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Halloween Kids Bash & Animal Encounters at Aquarium Restaurant, Kemah - Houston

Halloween Kids Bash & Animal Encounters at Aquarium Restaurant, Kemah

Kemaheasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

30 minutes to 2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels, including young children and seniors, with minimal physical exertion required.

Overview

Celebrate Halloween with spine-tingling fun and up-close animal encounters at Aquarium Restaurant, Kemah. Discover immersive guided tours and interactive programs perfect for families wanting more than just a visit.

Kemah, Texas

Halloween Kids Bash

October 25th Special Event Upgrades! • Great for the whole family! • All Ages!

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About This Adventure

Upgrade your visit to the Aquarium with exciting Animal Meets & Greets and guided Exhibit Tours! Experience close encounters with unique animals, learn fascinating facts, and enjoy special events like the Halloween Kids Bash. Don’t miss this chance to create unforgettable memories with family and friends in a vibrant aquatic setting!

##Registration for upgrading your experience with Animal Meets & Greets and Aquarium Exhibit Tours (Includes Entry Pass Admission to Stingray Reef & Exhibit) is OPEN! The calendar on this page showcases dates and times available.

UPGRADE YOUR ADVENTURE!

Join us at the Aquarium during any of our special events and upgrade your visit! We are now giving guests, friends and families the chance to upgrade their experiences with discounted Animal Meets & Greets and Aquarium Exhibit Tours rates with live animals! Upgrade prices below include your entry pass admission to Stingray Reef & Exhibits!

• $25.00 Animal Meet & Greet • $10.99 Aquarium Exhibit Tour

If you have any questions or need help with reservations, please email us at AQKEeducation@Ldry.com.

HALLOWEEN KIDS BASH – OCT 25th

Have a spook-tacular time! Families can enjoy haunting scavenger hunts, Keepers Chats and more! The celebration takes place in our Stingray Reef*. Details for program upgrades below.

Stingray Reef & Exhibit Tickets can be purchased on-site the day of the event, but exclude programing. (Entry $6.99 / Value Pass $8.50 Includes Reef entry and fish food)

Included with purchase of Admission to Stingray Reef or Upgrades:

Exhibit Keepers Chats:

Elasmobranch Pumpkin Enrichment @ 3:00pm (Approx. 15 minutes in duration) with Sharkey!

Conservation Station:

Come see our Education Station featuring animal skulls! Enjoy Scavenger Hunts! (1-5pm)


PROGRAM UPGRADES:

Animal Meet & Greet (1:00pm) $25.00

Have an up close encounter with our ambassador animals (reptiles and invertebrates), learn about their adaptations and have your photo taken with them! Enjoy animal enrichment for select animals.

The Aquarium is home to more than just fish! We have an entire exhibit dedicated to rainforests. Meet some of the animals that live there, discover their unique adaptations. Our Aquarium Exhibit Tours are tailored to blend in with our educational programing!

Includes Entry Pass Admissions to Stingray Reef & Exhibit!

Aquarium Exhibit Tour (2:00pm) $10.99

Join us on a guided tour of our upstairs and downstairs exhibits including our 38,000 gallon featured Dining tank, Tower tank, J tank and Stingray Reef Exhibits. Learn fun facts about the 100 species of fish that call the Aquarium their home. Each tour is limited in capacity. Reserve today!

Includes Entry Pass Admissions to Stingray Reef & Exhibit!

Know Before You Go / Programs & Tours:

PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING

  • The calendar on this page showcases dates available.
  • Although programing is available to book day-of, participants must complete their booking online in advance at least 2 hours prior to the program start time.
  • Programs will be served on a first come first serve basis.
  • Email AQKEeducation@Ldry.com for more info.
  • ALL participants must purchase your upgraded Aquarium Tour and Education Program tickets online in advance.
  • Group size minimum requirement of 4 participants including children and adults.
  • Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by a paid adult.
  • Participants will not be able to touch the animal.
  • This experience in non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • This experience will occur rain or shine.
  • Please be on time for your programing. Late arrivals are not guaranteed accommodation.
  • While rare, the Aquarium Restaurant reserves the right to cancel any program or tour due to animal health or safety concerns. In the event of cancellation, efforts will be made to reschedule you on a later date.
  • Entry pass admissions are included with programing and may be redeemed at the Gift Shop by providing your receipt.
  • Each Aquarium Tour Exhibit Tour & Animal Meet & Greet is 30 minutes in duration.
  • The Kemah Boardwalk actively hosts events. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your event to allow for parking to ensure your experience to the fullest extent possible at your programs start time. The program spaces are utilized at various durations throughout the day and cannot be extended beyond your scheduled time.
  • Check-in for programing is located at the entrance of the Nautilus Ballroom located on the 3rd floor.
  • To begin your programing, meet in the Aquarium Restaurant in the Nautilus Ballroom with the group at the start time after checking in.
  • Children are not to be left unattended.
  • No outside food or beverages are allowed.
  • We are not responsible for any lost or stolen items the duration of the program.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Upgrades

Book Animal Meet & Greet and Exhibit Tours in advance to secure your spot—programs fill quickly, especially during special events like the Halloween Kids Bash.

Plan for Kid-Friendly Timing

Animal Meet & Greet and Keeper Chats are typically 30 minutes; coordinate your visit so children stay engaged without fatigue.

Bring a Camera

Photo opportunities abound during Meet & Greets and scenic aquarium tanks; ensure your devices are charged for lasting memories.

Check Weather for Outdoor Portions

While many activities are indoors, some Halloween scavenger hunts and educational stations occur rain or shine outdoors—dress accordingly.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Southern stingrays
  • Ambassador reptiles including various turtle species

History

The Kemah Boardwalk area developed into a premier coastal entertainment district in the late 20th century, blending Texas Gulf Coast culture with family-friendly attractions.

Conservation

The Aquarium promotes awareness of aquatic ecosystems and supports conservation through education programs and enrichment activities that highlight animal welfare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Aquarium visits involve standing and light walking—flat, supportive shoes keep you comfortable.

Light jacket or sweater

Stingray Reef and outdoor scavenger hunts can be cooler in fall evenings—layer up for comfort.

fall specific

Camera or smartphone

Essential

Capture close encounters and vibrant aquatic displays for lasting memories.

Reusable water bottle

Essential

Stay hydrated, especially when visiting the Kemah Boardwalk before or after aquarium tours.

summer specific