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Big Fish, Little Fish is a family-friendly kids event in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sep 20 from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM at Aquarium of the Pacific. $110.90 adult/child pair (includes admission) $30.00 for Aquarium member adult/child pair $50.95 per adult member guest; 38.95 per child member guest Program Themes Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific/Robin Riggs Big Fish Little Fish: Otters September 20 Did you know that sea otters have the densest fur of any animal? During this 1½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of the Northern Pacific Gallery Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Forage for food like a sea otter Touch animal biofacts relating to sea otters Credit: Robin Riggs Big Fish Little Fish: Octopus October 18 Learn all about this wiggly, squishy, eight-armed invertebrate. During this 1½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of the Northern Pacific Gallery Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Learn all about camouflage Touch animal biofacts relating to octopus and other invertebrates Credit: Robin Riggs Big Fish Little Fish: Penguins November 14 Waddle, migrate, and feed like a penguin! During this 1 ½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of the California Terrace Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Explore feathers, beaks, and other bird biofacts Learn about migration through a fun game Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific/Ken Kurtis Big Fish Little Fish: Sharks January 2027 Learn all about this fascinating, toothy predator! During this 1 ½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of Shark Lagoon Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Compare and contrast shark teeth from different species. Best for ages All Ages. Check official details before you go.
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$110.90 adult/child pair (includes admission) $30.00 for Aquarium member adult/child pair $50.95 per adult member guest; 38.95 per child member guest Program Themes Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific/Robin Riggs Big Fish Little Fish: Otters September 20 Did you know that sea otters have the densest fur of any animal? During this 1½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of the Northern Pacific Gallery Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Forage for food like a sea otter Touch animal biofacts relating to sea otters Credit: Robin Riggs Big Fish Little Fish: Octopus October 18 Learn all about this wiggly, squishy, eight-armed invertebrate. During this 1½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of the Northern Pacific Gallery Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Learn all about camouflage Touch animal biofacts relating to octopus and other invertebrates Credit: Robin Riggs Big Fish Little Fish: Penguins November 14 Waddle, migrate, and feed like a penguin! During this 1 ½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of the California Terrace Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Explore feathers, beaks, and other bird biofacts Learn about migration through a fun game Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific/Ken Kurtis Big Fish Little Fish: Sharks January 2027 Learn all about this fascinating, toothy predator! During this 1 ½ hour program, you and your child will: Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool Take a guided tour of Shark Lagoon Create a fun, ocean-themed craft to take home Compare and contrast shark teeth from different species
Ages
Ages All Ages
Date
Sunday, Sep 20
Time
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
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Big Fish Little Fish classes invite adults and children 3-6 years old to learn together through play, movement, and exploration. Children will use their observation skills to explore shapes, colors, and textures while touching animals in a private classroom, touring Aquarium exhibits, and participating in hands on activities related to the theme. After your class, revisit your favorite exhibits. Aquarium admission is included! Did you know that sea otters have the densest fur of any animal? During this 1½ hour program, you and your child will: Learn all about this wiggly, squishy, eight-armed invertebrate. During this 1½ hour program, you and your child will:
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
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