NC EBT card holders must be present with EBT card and matching ID. P-EBT card holders will not receive a discount.

AZA reciprocal memberships: Click here to check if your Zoo or Aquarium participates in our 50% off reciprocal program. This discount may be applied for the 2 named adults and up to 2 youth tickets per membership. Must present valid membership card and ID.

No refunds or exchanges within 24 hours of ticketed entry time.

Otters may be off habitat daily at 4:30 p.m.

Amid recently confirmed cases of avian flu in NC wild birds, the Aquarium is moving Maverick, the bald eagle from his habitat to a protected holding location.

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To request a group rate discount for your civic organization or out-of-state school group for a party of 15 or more, please call 910-772-0542 or send an e-mail request by clicking HERE

The following information is needed for a request: 
Group Name: 
Facility Address: 
Phone Number:
Number of Children ages 2 and under:
Number of Youth (ages 3-12): 
Number of Adults (ages 13-61): 
Number of Seniors (ages 62+) / Military: 
Contact Person's Name: 
Contact Person's Email Address: 
Contact Person's Phone Number: 
Date(s) of Visit (in order of preference):
Arrival Time(s): 

Reservations are required to be completed two weeks prior to intended visit and payment in full will be required 48 hours prior to scheduled visit.