Feb 7 – 16, 2026
Dive Into Family Day Fun
Make lifelong family memories at Canada’s largest aquarium, where imaginations flow and ocean wonders await beneath the waves! Meet over 65,000 amazing animals like rescued sea otters and sea lions across world-class indoor and outdoor exhibits, experience unforgettable animal enrichment shows, learn hands-on in the Wet Lab, and dive into immersive 4-D Theatre adventures.
Choose Vancouver Aquarium as your Family Day adventure and SAVE with limited-time offers.
FREE Child Ticket With Adult Ticket
Soak up every heartwarming moment together! This Family Day, get FREE child admission (ages 3-12) with every adult ticket purchase.
Online exclusive offer. Not valid for walk-up admission. Offer valid on visits booked between Feb 7–16, 2026.
Members* Bring A Friend FREE
Become a member* to unlock 365 days of deep-sea adventures and bring a friend FREE... because ocean adventures are better shared.
*Valid for new and existing Gold & Platinum members. Guest tickets must be redeemed online in advance. Offer valid on visits between Feb 7–16, 2026.
Current Members
Even More Time To Connect
Early Open Hours
From Feb 13-16, Vancouver Aquarium opens early at 8:00 AM for Members and 9:00 AM for all other ocean adventurers. That's right—you have even more time to connect with the incredible this Family Day!
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NEW PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Amazing Axolotls!
Get ready for a frill ride this Family Day! With their feathery gills, permanent smiles, and tiny but mighty superpowers, these fascinating amphibians are sure to spark curiosity and delight every member of the family.
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Dragons
Embark on a legendary Family Day adventure and meet the real-life dragons of today! Together, explore a realm where imaginations soar, reptiles rule, and hands-on experiences lead to epic discoveries for the whole family.
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Amazing Animals
Meet over 65,000 incredible animals, from rescued sea lions and playful sea otters to fascinating species from Canadian waters, the Amazon, and beyond.
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Extraordinary Exhibits
Explore world-class indoor and outdoor exhibits at Canada’s largest aquarium—there’s something new to discover around every corner!
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Interactive Experiences
Soak up unforgettable memories together! Feel the thrill of an immersive 4D Theatre experience, get hands-on in the Wet Lab, and so much more.
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