Big Fish, Little Fish

Name: Big Fish, Little Fish
Start: 2026-07-19T09:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-07-19T10:30:00-07:00
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific

Big Fish, Little Fish is a family-friendly kids event in Los Angeles on Sunday, July 19, 2026 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 May 9 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 June 13 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 July 19 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 August 15 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. Check official details before you go.

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Price: $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 May 9 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 June 13 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 July 19 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 August 15 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, July 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific; 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

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Date: Sunday, Jul 19, 2026
Start / end time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Neighborhood: Orange County & Long Beach
Venue: Aquarium of the Pacific
Address: 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Age fit: Ages All Ages
Price: $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 May 9 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 June 13 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 July 19 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 August 15 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
Registration: Not listed — check official site
Parking: Parking available at Aquarium Way; see aquariumofpacific.org/visit for rates
Stroller / restroom: Stroller-friendly · Restrooms available
Last checked: Sep 7, 2026
Official source: Confirm tickets / hours

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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:

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Aquarium of the Pacific

100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Aquarium of the Pacific100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

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