Visit with friends and family for this after dark glowing display of marine life
CLEARWATER, FL (Jan. 22, 2024) – The dazzling Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, which began in October, is nearing its final days of its season. This unforgettable after-hours experience will be available Wednesday through Friday, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., until Feb. 2.
Aqua Lanterns transforms the Aquarium into a breathtaking, illuminated seascape, featuring over 50 stunning, handcrafted lantern displays. Guests can marvel at intricate, glowing sculptures of whales, dolphins, sea turtles, penguins, jellyfish, and more—some towering up to 13 feet. As they explore, visitors will also encounter real marine animals, creating a unique blend of art and nature.
This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages. Tickets are available for $55, with CMA members receiving a 10% discount and additional savings on special events throughout the year. Please note: Aqua Lanterns will not be open the evening of Wednesday, Jan. 29, due to a private event. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.cmaquarium.org/aqua-lanterns.
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- About Clearwater Marine Aquarium
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working marine rescue center dedicated to inspiring the human spirit through leadership in education, research, rescue, rehabilitation and release. With a mission to preserve the environment and its marine life, CMA is home to rescued dolphins, sea turtles, river otters, stingrays, a nurse shark and more. Through Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute, CMA conducts important global research focused on protecting manatees, North Atlantic right whales and sea turtles. Major motion picture Dolphin Tale (2011) and its sequel Dolphin Tale 2 (2014) features the true stories of rescued resident dolphins Winter and Hope, inspiring millions around the world. The mission and potential to change people’s lives differentiates Clearwater Marine Aquarium from any other aquarium in the world.
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