Event Details

You’re invited to a day of fun in the sun at the South Carolina Aquarium 25th Anniversary Block Party! This free community event is full of festivity, including a climbing wall, bounce houses, face painting and more. No party is complete without delicious food, so arrive hungry because some of your favorite local food trucks will be stationed outside selling lunch!

The most convenient parking is the City-operated Aquarium Garage, located at 24 Calhoun Street. Check with the City of Charleston for the most up-to-date rates.

$25 Aquarium Admission

The fun doesn’t stop outside! To commemorate this milestone occasion, all general admission tickets are $25 on Sunday, May 18 and Monday, May 19! Join us to celebrate our 25th anniversary, and know that your visit gives back to our animal care, education and conservation work within our walls and beyond.

Adult and child general admission tickets are priced at $25 May 18–19, 2025. Toddlers 0–2 receive free admission. Additional discounts or promotions cannot be applied and will not be honored at Admissions. Buying tickets in advance is recommended; capacity is limited, and entry times may sell out.