# Things to do with kids at Aquarium of the Pacific

> 7 upcoming family events and 0 ongoing programs and visits at Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802, in the Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim area. Dates and times are Pacific Time. Today is Sat, Oct 24.

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## Events ahead

- [Autism Families Night at Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/autism-families-night-at-aquarium-of-the-pacific--listing-6a3bd1a4403f771e6522effc) — Sun, Oct 25 · 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · From $12 · sold out when last checked · checked Oct 14. Evening at the Aquarium exclusively for families with adults or children with autism. The Aquarium stays open until 9:00 p.m. so guests can enjoy the tranquility of the exhibits.
- [Scout Day at Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/scout-day-at-aquarium-of-the-pacific--listing-39c538e86c9a4d733dfb76ff) — Sun, Nov 1 · 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · From $27.95 · checked Oct 14. Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts with family and friends complete steps toward badges using self-led activity sheets (downloadable guides for each rank). Timed ticketing; children must…
- [STEAM Fest at Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/steam-fest-at-aquarium-of-the-pacific--listing-d1cc21f3f9993c9fd6f7ef64) — Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · All ages · With admission · checked Oct 14. Morning of science, technology, engineering, art and math programming from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with displays by partner organizations showcasing STEAM professions, a jumbo coloring…
- [Veterans Day at the Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/veterans-day-at-the-aquarium-of-the-pacific--listing-60135f8788b4616601248cf5) — Wed, Nov 11 · 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · With admission · checked Oct 14. In celebration of Veterans Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific honors veterans and active military personnel, who are invited to enjoy the Aquarium with free admission. General…
- [Big Fish, Little Fish: Octopus and Penguins (ages 3-6 with an adult)](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/big-fish-little-fish-octopus-and-penguins-ages-3-6-with-an-adult--listing-82338aaae0349d185a68aa36) — Sat, Nov 14 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · Ages 3–6 · Paid · checked Oct 14. Class for adults and children 3-6 years old to learn together through play, movement and exploration. Children touch tidepool animals in a private classroom, tour Aquarium…
- [Ocean Investigators: hands-on science program for ages 7-12](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/ocean-investigators-hands-on-science-program-for-ages-7-12--listing-7e7a7fe1b89884fafa977573) — Sun, Nov 15 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · Ages 7–12 · From $38 · checked Oct 14. Series of two-hour programs for participants 7-12 years old that includes themed activities, a guided gallery tour, interaction with animal care staff and a keepsake journal…
- [Autumn Festival at Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/autumn-festival-at-aquarium-of-the-pacific--outdoor-aop-autumn) — Nov 21 – Nov 22 · 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach · From $34.95 · checked Oct 10. Discover Asian and Asian American cultures through music, dance, storytelling and traditional craft demonstrations.

## Recently ended

- [Scarium Family Night](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/scarium-family-night--outdoor-aop-scarium) — ended Fri, Oct 23
- [Scarium Family Night at the Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/scarium-family-night-at-the-aquarium-of-the-pacific--listing-3d7e52d53fe67c5941e83286) — ended Fri, Oct 23
- [Shark Lagoon Twilight Tuesdays](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/shark-lagoon-twilight-tuesdays--outdoor-aop-shark-lagoon) — ended Tue, Oct 20
- [Southeast Asia Day at Aquarium of the Pacific](https://grassyknees.com/los-angeles/activities/southeast-asia-day-at-aquarium-of-the-pacific--listing-2dc0351bb40225bac38eb0f9) — ended Sat, Oct 17

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