North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke IslandPosts

A Golden Anniversary for a Golden Birthday ✨
🐚 Since 1976, the North Carolina Aquariums have welcomed millions of visitors seeking a deeper connection to the state’s underwater ecosystems. This year marks a major milestone, and to honor the North Carolina Aquariums’ 50th anniversary, the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island is inviting guests to take part in Golden Tides: A 50th Celebration, on 📅 Saturday, Sept. 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This will be an unforgettable evening dedicated to history, community and coastal heritage. Admission includes two drink tickets, unlimited seafood and snacks, a commemorative photo and additional take-home gifts.

🌊 Golden Tides will feature sustainable, locally sourced seafood from Cousins’ Oysters. Johanna’s Catering will prepare a selection of hearty hors d’oeuvres, rounding out a menu that celebrates local ingredients and environmental responsibility. Throughout the evening, live music will fill the aquarium. Local performers Sam on Sax and Joe Mapp and the Coordinates will provide entertainment, bringing coastal-inspired sounds to the event and enhancing the overall ambiance. See you there!

It’s almost the end of sound bath season, so be sure to experience it while you still can! Relax “under the sea” this Wednesday, August 19th at the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. ✨
Let calming, therapeutic sound wash over you as you unwind in one of the most peaceful settings possible.
Sessions begin at 6:00 PM (doors open at 5:45 PM)
Instructor: Pauline Sweeney, Anulove Wellness
Ages 13+
Cost: $30 per person (member, volunteer, and staff discounts available)
Bring comfortable clothing, a mat, pillow, blanket, or anything else you need to fully relax.
Reservations are required—save your spot online today! Come rest, reset, and recharge beneath the waves. 🌟🦈
Reserve your spot using the link in the comments—spaces are limited!

Celebrate 50 years of coastal conservation, community, and connection at Golden Tides: A 50th Sea-lebration, an elegant adults-only (21+) anniversary event benefiting the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 🐟
Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Aquarium comes alive after hours with live jazz, fresh local seafood, and beautiful waterfront views. Savor freshly shucked oysters from Cousin's Oysters, indulge in delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres by Café Lachine, and enjoy beer, wine, and other libations while exploring the Aquarium in a unique nighttime setting!