'Tis the "Sea"son at Georgia Aquarium!
This winter, gather the family and make merry the holidays at Georgia Aquarium, where fun and excitement are as endless as the sea itself. The Aquarium will turn into a winter wonderland with live holiday music performances, Santa Claus and month-long decorations.
Pictures with Santa Claus
Santa Claus is joining the Aquarium family to celebrate the season and stir up holiday cheer! Santa has settled in at a North Pole-inspired area in the Atrium to listen to holiday wish lists and pose for family portraits. Get your photo taken with Santa on the weekends (Friday-Sunday) from Nov. 28-Dec. 13 and then every day from Dec. 18-24! Several photo packages are available from Sharpshooter Imaging.
Great Tickets for the Holidays
Join the winter fun downtown with the holiday-inspired Ice Fishing Combo Pass. Visit the world's largest aquarium and see animals from the arctic, then go ice skating across the street at Centennial Olympic Park's Ice Skating Rink. Get your ticket today!
The outdoor light and sound show at Callaway Garden's Fantasy in Lights has glittered with holiday magic for millions of people. This year, after you experience the more than eight million gallons of water at the Georgia Aquarium with this special offer. As a patron of Fantasy in Lights, you will receive 10% off our Premium Day Pass, which includes general admission and Deepo's Undersea 3D Wondershow. Reserve your tickets today!
Explore underwater treasures at the Georgia Aquarium and Titanic Aquatic. This new exhibition brings to life the story of the fated Titanic through more than 190 authentic artifacts,hands-on interactive displays and captivating high definition video presentations on Titanic's construction, maiden voyage, tragic sinking and recovery of authentic artifacts. Explore the Titanic this holiday season.
Breakfast with Biolgists
Join us Dec. 20 at 8 a.m. for Breakfast with Biologists in the Oceans Ballroom. Enjoy breakfast as Dr. Gregory Bossart, Georgia Aquarium’s Senior Vice President of Veterinary Services and Chief Veterinary Officer, discusses how emerging disease issues may reflect an environmental distress syndrome and how similar trends are impacting marine mammals. Annual Pass Members receive a discount. Get your tickets today!
Georgia Aquarium Holiday Gift Guide With the holidays right around the corner, Georgia Aquarium has something for everyone (and for every price) on your list! From gifts for the person who has everything to experiencing a "Journey with Gentle Giants," the Aquarium is one-stop shopping for all of your holiday needs. Find the perfect gift now!
Extended Hours of Operation
This season, take advantage of the Aquarium's extended hours of operation:
Winter Holidays
Dec. 20-23: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Dec. 24: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dec. 25: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Dec. 26: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Holiday Music Performance Schedule:
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November 17, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Campbell Symphonic Band -
November 18, 2008 at 11:30 a.m.
Performing: Dodgen Clarinet Choir -
November 19, 2008 at 11:30 a.m.
Performing: Dodgen Saxophone Choir -
December 1, 2008 at 12 p.m.
Performing: DeKalb School of the Arts Chorus -
December 2, 2009 at 12 p.m.
Performing: Rocky Mount Elementary Chorus -
December 3, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Campbell High School Spartan Singers -
December 4, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Hightower Trail Middle School Chamber Orchestra -
December 4, 2008 at 12 p.m.
Performing: Hightower Trail Middle School Girls' Ensemble -
December 5, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Addison Elementary Chorus -
December 6, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Performing: Harmony Leland Elementary School -
December 7, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Performing: Pebblebrook High School Chamber Orchestra -
December 8, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: East Side Encore -
December 9, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Griffin Middle School Chorus -
December 10, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Stone Mountain Elementary -
December 11, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Vaughan Elementary School -
December 12, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: The Cougar Chorale -
December 15, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Stone Mill Elementary School Chorus -
December 15, 2008 at 12 p.m.
Performing: Still Elementary School Chorus -
December 16, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: McClure Middle School Advanced Chorus -
December 16, 2008 at 12 p.m.
Performing: Atlanta New Century School Choir -
December 17, 2008 at 11 a.m.
Performing: Teasley Elementary School Choir -
December 17, 2008 at 12 p.m.
Performing: Dowell Elementary School Chorus -
December 18, 2008 at 11:30 a.m.
Performing: Dutchtown Middle School Chorus -
December 19, 2008 at 11:30 a.m.
Performing: Pine Ridge Elementary Chorus -
December 20, 2008 at 12 p.m.
Performing: The Voices of Miller Grove Choir, Miller Grove High School



