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.

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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.

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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.

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*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.


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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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NEW LIMITED-TIME EXHIBIT

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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