Jenkinson’s Aquarium will display our first Animal Ofrenda in observance of Dia de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead) on October 27th from 3:00pm-5:00pm. In addition, there will be a craft for the kids. An ofrenda is a display of pictures, marigolds, folklore figures, and more, to honoring animals who have passed. The aquarium’s […]
Start your day with a serene yoga session before the aquarium opens to the public! Enjoy an hour long yoga class with This Is Yoga NJ in our newly renovated upstairs space surrounded by fascinating sea life, including our playful seals, Turbo and Noelani. After yoga, your ticket includes admission to explore the entire aquarium […]
Back in 2010, International Sloth Day was created to raise awareness about the life cycle and natural habitats of sloths. Drop in during this time to learn about sloths through activities, crafts, and keeper chats! Be sure to check out our sloth, Wally! Included with General Admission. https://jenkinsons.com/aquarium/event/international-sloth-day/ information@jenksinsons.com 7328991212
This is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff. Pre-registration & sneakers are required. […]
Guests with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing or cognitive challenges, as well as guests requiring assistance for disabilities are invited to explore the aquarium before we open to the public. To create a sensory friendly environment there will be a decreased noise level, limited visual stimulation and less crowding. General admission applies. https://jenkinsons.com/aquarium/event/sensory-saturday-7/ information@jenkinsons.com 732-899-1212
Drop in to learn all about our favorite flightless birds through crafts & activities as we celebrate Penguin Awareness Day! Don’t miss out on seeing our penguins being fed during this event. Included with General Admission. https://jenkinsons.com/aquarium/event/african-penguin-awareness-day/ information@jenkinsons.com 732-899-1212
Start your day with a serene yoga session before the aquarium opens to the public! Enjoy an hour long yoga class with This Is Yoga NJ in our newly renovated upstairs space surrounded by fascinating sea life, including our playful seals, Turbo and Noelani. After yoga, your ticket includes admission to explore the entire aquarium […]
This is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff. Pre-registration & sneakers are required. […]
Guests with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing or cognitive challenges, as well as guests requiring assistance for disabilities are invited to explore the aquarium before we open to the public. To create a sensory friendly environment there will be a decreased noise level, limited visual stimulation and less crowding. General admission applies. https://jenkinsons.com/aquarium/event/sensory-saturday-8/ information@jenkinsons.com 732-899-1212
Waddle your way into a wonderful morning with our favorite flightless friends! Put on your favorite pair of pajamas and join us in learning all about penguins through storytelling, a craft, and a special Meet & Greet with one of our African penguins! This does include all day admission, along with a before-hours Aquarium visit. […]
Be sure to meet us in front of the Aquarium for this free event. Come explore the beach with our Aquarium staff and see what treasures you can find! *Weather permitting*
Join us for Bingo on the Beach! This is a free event. Please meet our staff in front of the Aquarium. Weather permitting.
Join us for an exciting day of exploring the fascinating world of aquarists! In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the essential skills of building and maintaining a fish tank, understanding aquatic ecosystems, and creating life support systems to keep animals safe and healthy. Participants will explore the science behind water quality, filtration, and proper […]
Come learn the ins and outs of what it’s like to be a daily feeder at the aquarium from an employee’s point of view! Talk to some of our very own feeders on staff, learn the different types of food we provide, as well as the techniques we use for preparation, where food is kept […]
Jump into the world of animals through exciting STEM-based activities! Participants will join in hands-on experiments, interactive learning, and observations to uncover the science behind the animal kingdom. From learning about animal behavior to understanding their habitats, adaptations, and biology, participants will explore key STEM concepts while getting up close with animals. Pre-registration & sneakers […]
