Upcoming Events

Back-to-School Beach Cleanup

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Golden Tides: Celebrating 50 Years of the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island

Celebrate 50 years of conservation, education, and community at Golden Tides, an elegant adults‑only (21+) evening at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island on Friday, September 12, from 6:30–9:30 p.m. Enjoy exclusive after‑hours access to the Aquarium with live jazz, fresh local oysters from Cousin’s Oysters, heavy hors d’oeuvres by Johanna’s Catering, beer and wine, and stunning waterfront views. Explore the Aquarium at night, interact with Touch Pools, and watch the sunset from the Soundside Pier. Guests are encouraged to wear gold in honor of the Aquarium’s Golden Anniversary.

Each ticket includes animal encounters, oysters, hors d’oeuvres, two drink tickets, live jazz entertainment, and themed party gifts. Tickets are $75 for general admission and $65 for Aquarium members, with all proceeds supporting the nonprofit North Carolina Aquarium Society. Space is limited—reserve your spot and celebrate five decades of connection to North Carolina’s coastal waters!

Sea-Lebration by the Sound

Join us for a special daytime celebration honoring the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island’s 50th Anniversary! Sea‑lebration by the Sound is a family‑friendly event filled with hands-on activities, creative crafts, and interactive experiences inspired by coastal wildlife and our rich history.

Boo! To Trash Beach Cleanup

Boo! to trash Beach Cleanup, because lets face it, trash is scary!

Hosted by the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, the Town of Carolina Beach, and the Carolina Beach Pier

Race for the Planet

A community 5K and fun run supporting a healthier ocean and environment.

May the 4th Beach Cleanup

Do. Or do not. There is no try.

Wear Your Favorite Costume for a contest!
Cool prizes for the costume contest winner!

Memorial Day Weekend Beach Cleanup with Surfrider

Join us in cleaning up the beach just in time for the big holiday weekend! We provide the supplies, you provide the muscle and hustle!

Beach Cleanup

Did you know July 5 is the dirtiest beach day of the year? Help us keep the Crystal Coast clean after the July 4 fireworks!

Rock The Reef – 50th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate 50 Years of Wonder duing an exclusive after hours event at the Aquarium. Ages 21 plus enjoy live dueling piano music, dancing, food and drinks. Dress up for a 70s-themed costume contest and celebrate the 50th in style. Tickets are $40 members, $50 nonmembers. Event sponsored by Southern Bank.