Virginia Aquarium Convinces Santa To Trade In His Sleigh For A Boat

By Joan Barns

Virginia Beach, VA - Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, guests at the Virginia Aquarium can enjoy some special time with Santa between Thanksgiving and Christmas!

And to bring in the New Year, children and adults can join Radio Disney for a Noon Year’s Eve Celebration, Wednesday, December 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for games, activities and sparkling non-alcoholic beverages in the Aquarium’s Promenade Room. Free with Aquarium admission.

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, December 13, 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared by Sodexo’s gourmet chef and a special visit with our jolly, special guest. Fees: adults $24.99, children ages 3 – 11 $18.99. Call (757) 385-0300 for reservations.

Sailing with Santa

Saturdays from November 29 - December 20

Take a 45-minute cruise on Owls Creek with Santa and his crew. Enjoy refreshments, games and activities while Santa greets his guests for a unique photo opportunity. Fees: $15 per person (infants 12 months and under free). Call (757) 385-0300 for reservations.

Scuba Santa

Saturdays and Sundays from November 29 - December 21

Santa descends into the depths of the Chesapeake Bay Aquarium to feed the fishes at 11 a.m.

Free with Aquarium admission.

Sundays with Santa

Sundays from November 30 - December 21

Join Santa and his elves for activities and education programs from noon to 3 p.m. in the Marsh Pavilion. Free with Aquarium admission.

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums whose mission is conservation through education. The Aquarium is located at 717 General Booth Boulevard, just south of Rudee Inlet in Virginia Beach. For more information on exhibits, movies, boat rides and special events call (757) 385-FISH (3474), (TDD 385-4305) or visit www.VirginiaAquarium.com.