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Thank you for choosing the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island!  Please scroll through the list below to check out a variety of activities and outdoor excursions offered seasonally for you and your family.  Program availability is subject to change.

Please note that portions of our outdoor program experiences may not be fully accessible to wheelchairs or other mobility assistance devices.

We require participants to secure their tickets online in advance, as sellouts do happen. Admission tickets must be purchased online. Buy tickets here.

DAY PLANNER

Click on the calendar to use the Day Planner to see programs and activities available on any given day. *Dates and times WILL VARY, please click on reserve buttons to check availability

For more program information, contact 252-475-2332. For registration questions, contact the Group Liaison at jennifer.thomas@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2314.


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What's the Catch?

Cast your line and learn the basics needed to catch your first fish!  Assemble tackle, bait your hook, identify fish species, and practice catch-and-release techniques.  Bring your patience as we try our luck fishing from our Soundside Pier.

Closed toe shoes are required.

Ages 5 & up - Children ages 5-13 must be accompanied by a paying participating adult.

Click "RESERVE" button to see available dates and times. *Not offered December-March

Registration closes 30 minutes prior to program, if there are no reservations.

Please note that this program may be cancelled on the day of the program due to inclement weather or air quality alerts for our area.  Participants would be notified of these cancellations and receive a full refund for their program.

Admission tickets must be purchased online prior to the date of the program.  You can purchase tickets here.

$18.00 per Person, Plus Regular Admission

$16.20 for NC Aquarium Society Members

Duration 1.5 Hours
Roanoke Island
Pine Knoll Shores
Fort Fisher
Jennette's Pier
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