Virginia Aquarium Halloween Nights 2026

Halloween Nights brings costumes and seasonal activities into the aquarium. The announced program includes costumed divers, science activities and a family costume parade.
A loggerhead sea turtle swimming at the Virginia Aquarium

About This Event

When: October 16–17, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

Where: Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Halloween Nights brings costumes and seasonal activities into the aquarium. The announced program includes costumed divers, science activities and a family costume parade.

Check event tickets, arrival arrangements and costume guidance before attending. This is a special evening program; do not assume a regular daytime ticket includes admission. Select the date that fits your family and allow time for entry.

Plan your visit

Event details checked September 30, 2026. Confirm tickets, hours and weather arrangements with the organizer. Virginia Aquarium, archival photograph. Photo: Virginia State Parks staff, “Swimming in Safety”, CC BY 2.0. Resized and cropped for display.

  • Event dates

Oct 16, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026

  • Event Location
Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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