That's A Moray! Adults-Only Valentine's Day at the Aquarium
Join us for a special sea-themed night discussing the romantic rituals of aquatic animals.
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Tickets are timed entry. Doors will open at 6 pm for 30 minutes, and at 7:30 pm for 30 minutes. Doors will not re-open after 8 pm.
Treat yourself, your friends, or your sweetheart to a one-of-a-kind Valentine's Day event with themed appetizers and a complimentary signature drink! While spending time with your loved ones on this special day, take a stroll through the aquarium to learn more about the racy, riveting, and romantic rituals of aquatic animals. Our Education team will be there with some of the BioPark Ambassador Animals and hands-on activities that become take-home souvenirs to remember your special evening!
Tickets are $45 per person, with timed entry at 6 pm or 7:30 pm. Each ticket includes a complimentary cocktail or mocktail and appetizer stations you'll find as you journey throughout the Aquarium, featuring falafel bites, chicken wonton, and Caprese bruschetta.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to care for amazing species like sharks, otters, and live coral? You can take your celebration to the next level with our new behind-the-scenes tour option! An ABQ BioPark Aquarist will show you how we bring the magic of the ocean to the desert, read more about how to enhance your experience here.
This is an adult-only event, as the topics we will be educating on are for a more mature audience. Invite your friends, your partner, or simply treat yourself to a romantic evening overlooking some of life's most amazing creations!
The Shark Reef Café will also be open, offering a three course sit-down dinner for purchase separately. See menu below.
Valentine's Day Menu - not included in ticket purchase
First course
Charcuterie salad with an arugula and kale mix, roasted garlic cloves, olives, smoked gouda, and crostinis served with olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette
Second course - choice of entrée (prices are per person):
- Surf and Turf: $75
- 7 ounce filet mignon and 5 ounce lobster tail, served with charred broccolini and Hassleback baked potato
- Chicken Oscar: $45
- 6 ounce chicken breast with lump crab and asparagus on a bed of wild rice pilaf, drizzled with hollandaise sauce
- Loaded Portobello Mushroom: $35
- Portobello with garlic spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted red bell peppers covered in melted cheddar cheese, served with wild rice pilaf and a balsamic reduction
Third course - dessert:
- Crème brûlée
Behind-the-scenes tours
Select this exciting add-on at check out to make your night even more unforgettable! This exclusive experience is limited to 16 people per group with two tours available each night. Volunteers will greet you at the double doors by the Atlantic Coral Reef habitat at the designated start time. What to know:
- $25 per person
- Tours begin at 6:30 pm and 7:45 pm and will last 20 to 30 minutes
- This area is not ADA accessible
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