Daily Schedule

Kids Free October

This October, more than 50 of San Diego County’s favorite museums, historic sites and more are participating in Kids Free October – including Birch Aquarium! Learn more about how to receive Kids Free October tickets to Birch Aquarium by clicking this link.

Riveropolis and Coral Classroom

Be sure to visit our newest experiences, Riveropolis and Coral Classroom, open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both are located on Blue Beach.

Today, October 6, 2024

9:00 am

Aquarium Opens

10:00 am
Included with Admission, Feedings and Talks

Penguin Feeding

Watch our penguins waddle, swim and eat and find out how our husbandry team cares for them during this daily feeding event.

11:30 am
Included with Admission, Feedings and Talks

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.

3:00 pm
Included with Admission, Feedings and Talks

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.

3:30 pm
Included with Admission, Feedings and Talks

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.

5:00 pm

Aquarium Closes

Last entry is 1 hour before closure.

5:15 pm
Outdoor Adventures, Seasonal

Sunset Scripps Pier Walk

Join Birch Aquarium educators on an exclusive sunset walking tour of Scripps Pier. Advanced Reservation Required. Participants must be ages 9+ (Children ages 9 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult).