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Coral Carnaval - Saturday, June 7th
Join us for a celebration of our corals in partnership with The Reef Institute! Guests can dive into the world of corals during our colorful Coral Carnaval conservation event! Take part in presentations from coral experts, get hands-on with coral-themed crafts, and enjoy various vendors throughout the day.
This even takes place from 10am-4pm at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium.
View photos from last year's Coral Carnaval
Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day - Saturday, June 21st
The Cox Science Center and Aquarium in partnership with Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, Wounded Veterans Relief Fund, and Project 425 is celebrating Veterans, Active-Duty Military, First Responders, and their families. To salute our Hometown Heroes, we are opening 1 hour early and offering special activities such as Military vehicle demonstrations, meet and greets with local armed forces, live science demonstrations, K-9 training demonstrations, and much more!
This event takes place from (9am for Heroes) 10am-3pm (for the General Public) at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium.
View photos from last year's Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day
4th of July Celebration - Friday, July 4th 
What are your plans before the sun goes down on the 4th of July? Join us for a fun-filled family celebration at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium, featuring themed crafts and a live science show!
Shark Preservation Week - July 7th - July 11th 
Sink your teeth into Shark Preservation Week at the Cox Science Center with jaw-some activities, ocean-themed crafts, live animal encounters, and more—all celebrating our ocean’s most respected predator!
Fall Family Fun Fest - Saturday, October 11th 
Join us for a celebration of the season at Fall Family Fun Fest! Guests of all ages will fall in love with science through our many grab-n-go activities, including fall-themed crafts, live science demonstrations, various vendors, much more!
Enjoy a day packed full of family fun that your kids won’t want to miss!
View photos from last year's Fall Family Fun Fest Event