Daily Schedule
Triton Weeks of Welcome
In honor of Triton Weeks of Welcome (TWOW), Birch Aquarium is offering FREE admission to UC San Diego Students from September 7 to 29, 2024. Capacity is limited, so advanced reservations are required.
Aquarium Opens
Penguin Feeding
Watch our penguins waddle, swim and eat and find out how our husbandry team cares for them during this daily feeding event.
Kelp Forest Dive
Discover how we care for a variety of animals in our Giant Kelp Forest like Moray Eels, Horn Sharks and even a Giant Sea Bass!
Sharks and Rays 101
Join an educator to learn more about our Shark Shores residents! Discover the diversity in our local San Diego waters and find out what makes our sharks and rays so special.
Behind-the-Scenes: Penguin
$100 Members | $115 General Public — Aquarium admission is included in the price. Tickets must be purchased at least 1 hour prior to start time.
Little Blue Penguins 101
Immerse yourself in the world of Little Blue Penguins and find out what makes this species of penguins so unique! Learn all about our colony and how our husbandry team cares for them during this daily presentation.
Seadragon 101
Join an educator to explore more about these nearly mythical creatures and learn about the discoveries we've made about such unique and remarkable animals.
Aquarium Closes
Last entry is 1 hour before closure.