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Day Camps

2025/2026 "School's Out" Day Camps! 9am-4pm

Fall/Winter Dates: Register NOW!  

The Aquarium is committed to offering environmentally-focused camps, utilizing interactive games, crafts, ambassador animals and other hands-on discovery tools! 

Online Camp Registration:

Please note that your day camp spot is not secure until you click Accept and complete your transaction.  Adding a camp to your basket does not automatically reserve your spot in camp.

Camp Cancellation Policy:

Camp registration has a 50% non-refundable processing fee per camp. If you cancel your child's reservation at least 48 hours before the day of camp, you will receive a 50% refund. There are no refunds within the 48 hours prior to the day of camp. Camps are cancelled 48 hours prior to camp, if we do not reach minimum number. Participants will receive a full refund for any program cancelled by the Aquarium.

Age Policy:

Campers must be at the age stated in each camp program description, at the start time of camp. Please check to make sure your child is signed up for the appropriate age-level camps. We cannot make exceptions. Falsified registrations will be cancelled and the registration fee will be refunded minus the 50% processing fee per camp. 

Come on an Aquarium Adventure!

Click on the calendar to use the Day Planner to see programs and activities available on any given day.
Day Planner
For more program information, contact 252-475-2332. For registration questions, contact the Group Liaison at jennifer.thomas@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2314.  

2026 Summer Day Camp Scholarships:

With the support from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, a limited number of scholarships will be available for single-day camps, based on grant criteria. *Application period opening in 2026.

School's Out Day Camps

Junior Aquarist Day Camp (Ages 9-12)

Calling all young aquarium keepers!  Learn what it takes to care for some of the animals and to work behind the scenes at the Aquarium.  Activities include,  behind-the-scenes experiences, animal ambassador encounters, prepare food for the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" shark and fish habitat, learn about animal enrichment and more. Be prepared to spend time in our aquarium “kitchens,” and get a little fishy! 
Ages 9-12.  Campers must bring sunscreen, hat, closed-toe shoes and a bag lunch for the day.  Additional snacks will be provided. 
Monday, November 10th       9am-4pm     

Monday, December 29th       9am-4pm
If camp is FULL, to be put on online waitlist, click on camp and select waitlist button. Questions? Contact dana.thomason@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2332  
*We require a minimum number of campers to run Day Camp, parents/guardians will be notified a week in advance if numbers are low and final decision made 48 hours before camp. 

*Shuttle Service is not available*

$65 per child

$58.50 for NC Aquarium Members

Duration 7 Hours
Reserve

Toads, Frogs and Salamander Oh My! Day Camp (Ages 6-8)

What has slimy skin, eats insects and lives in or near freshwater? You guessed it -- Amphibians!! Learn all about these slippery creatures that hop, crawl and thrive near freshwater habitats. Discover many adaptations these cold-blooded creatures have as we tour exhibit habitats, enjoy interactive activities and meet a few awesome animal ambassadors at the Aquarium.  
Ages 6-8.  Campers must wear closed toe shoes and bring a bag lunch for the day.  Additional snacks will be provided.
*Shuttle Service is not available* 
Tuesday, November 11th     9:00am-4:00pm If camp is FULL, to be put on online waitlist, click on camp and select waitlist button. Questions? Contact dana.thomason@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2332  
*We require a minimum number of campers to run Day Camp, parents/guardians will be notified a week in advance if numbers are low and final decision made 48 hours before camp. 

*Shuttle Service is not available*
$65 per Child
$58.50 for NC Aquarium Members

 

Duration 7 Hours
Reserve

Rompin' Reptiles Day Camp (Ages 9-12)

Skinks, turtles, and lizards, oh my! Come investigate some of our radical reptiles here at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Campers will observe some reptiles in their habitats, learn what it means to be a scaly reptilian animal, explore predator vs. prey relationships, engineer crafts, and get to prepare food for some of these cold-blooded creatures.

Ages 9-12.  Campers must bring closed-toe shoes, and a bag lunch.  Additional snacks are provided.

Tuesday, December 30th    9am-4pm    If camp is FULL, to be put on online waitlist, click on camp and select waitlist button. Questions? Contact dana.thomason@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2332  

*We require a minimum number of campers to run Day Camp, parents/guardians will be notified a week in advance if numbers are low and final decision made 48 hours before camp. 

*Shuttle Service is not available* 

$65 per Child
$58.50 for NC Aquarium Members

Duration 7 Hours
Reserve

Deep Sea Chills & Thrills Day Camp (Ages 6-8)

Discover what it takes to be a deep sea ocean explorer! What lurks deep in the ocean where the water is frigid cold, nothing but inky darkness and crushing pressure the depths below. Investigate some of the unique and creepy swimmers of the deep sea like a vampire squid, pigbutt worm, an anglerfish fish, a deep-sea catshark, silky jelly and more. Learn how these animals survive the deep all the while having fun with mysteriously glowing activities, making deep sea animal crafts and interactive games.

Ages 6-8.  Campers must wear closed-toe shoes and bring a bag lunch for the day.  Additional snacks will be provided.

Wednesday, December 31st      9am-4pm   If camp is FULL, to be put on online waitlist, click on camp and select waitlist button. Questions? Contact dana.thomason@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2332  

*We require a minimum number of campers to run Day Camp, parents/guardians will be notified a week in advance if numbers are low and final decision made 48 hours before camp. 

*Shuttle Service is not available* 

$65 per Child
$58.50 for NC Aquarium Members

Duration 7 Hours
Reserve

Arctic Animals Day Camp (Ages 6-8)

Brrr! Spend the day at the Aquarium as we learn about Arctic animal friends. How do penguins stay dry? Do polar bears have thick fur or blubber? Journey to the Polar and Arctic zones and explore how animals like whales, penguins, polars bears and other animals survive in such chilly temperatures. Campers will explore icy habitats, food webs, animal adaptations and more through engaging activities like "ice fishing", blubber glove experiment and arctic-themed crafts.
Ages 6-8. Campers must bring closed toe shoes, and a bag lunch for the day.  Additional snacks are provided.
Monday, January 5th     9am-4pm   If camp is FULL, to be put on online waitlist, click on camp and select waitlist button. Questions? Contact dana.thomason@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2332  
*We require a minimum number of campers to run Day Camp, parents/guardians will be notified a week in advance if numbers are low and final decision made 48 hours before camp. 

*Shuttle Service is not available*

$65 per child

$58.50 for NC Aquarium Members

Duration 7 Hours
Reserve