Exhibits and shows for explorers of all ages
OPEN DAILY
California: State of Nature
You are here. So is nature. In this colorful, captivating exhibition, discover how California’s iconic ecosystems are connected to each other—and to you.
Venom
Just in time for spooky season: Encounter a stunning array of venomous species, including jellies, scorpions, and snakes, in this Steinhart Aquarium exhibit.
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Events and activities to kick-start your curiosity
THURSDAYS | 6-10 P.M. | 21+
NightLife
Wonder what our animals get up to once the sun goes down? Find out at the Academy's (mostly) weekly event that illuminates the intersection of art and science.
SuperNatural Halloween
The one event per year where ghosting is encouraged. Join us for bites, frights, and scientific delights at the Academy's fang-tastic Halloween fundraiser.
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World-changing science starts here
PHENOMENA
What's new in the AQ?
What do axolotl, albino gar, and giant beetles have in common? They're all adorable—and they're all new to the aquarium! Preview your creature crush on our blog.
Join, renew, or donate
Keep up with your favorite creatures by visiting for free all year long—and support our research, education, and access initiatives while you're at it.
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NOW PLAYING
Timescapes—an all-new planetarium film
Join herds of migrating mammoths, ancient flying pterosaurs, and giant marine reptiles on a time-hopping trip through California that you won’t soon forget.
