Aquarium News
Shark Bait OoHaHa!
July was all about sharks! Even though July 14th was Shark Awareness Day, and July 22nd-29th was Shark Week, the conversation does not end there. These amazing apex predators are…
Read MoreRecycle today for a better tomorrow!
The first week of July was Clean beaches week, but here at Aquarium Encounters , we believe every day should be Clean Beaches day! Aquarium Encounters is always trying to do…
Read MoreKeys Critters! Lobsters and Seahorses Join the Aquarium!
I’m talking about Florida Spiny Lobsters, the yummy crustacean that brings down thousands of visitors to the Florida Keys every summer for Lobster season. Spiny Lobsters are amazing critters, and…
Read MoreFlorida Keys Aquarium Encounters is Marathon Strong!
On September 10th 2017, Hurricane Irma made landfall in the Florida Keys, devastating our string of islands. Aquarium Encounters was closed from September 9th until December 15th. In those three…
Read MoreExperience Aquarium Encounters…..
Aquarium Encounters is an interactive outdoor aquarium, where visitors can walk through and see a variety of wildlife from the fascinating and biologically diverse Florida Keys and Caribbean. All of…
Read MoreUp-Close and Personal with Sharks
Very few moments in life can approximate a close quarter encounter with the best the marine world has to offer. That is what defines Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters. By recreating…
Read MoreCorporate Sponsorships Available
At Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, we love introducing our friendly aquarium inhabitants to guests from all walks of life.
Read MorePlan your End of Year School Field Trip at the Aquarium!
Looking for an exciting end of year adventure for your Child’s School Field Trip? At Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, we love welcoming school groups at our interactive aquarium in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Read MoreClose Encounters with Ben Daughtry
The Journey to create Aquarium Encounters As a local Marathon business, we are proud of our homegrown roots. Aquarium Encounters began as a dream in our founder, Ben Daughtry’s mind,…
Read MoreSpend the Holidays with Aquarium Encounters!
Looking for a unique family activity this holiday season? Need somewhere to send your family while you do the holiday shopping? Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters is open from 9am-5pm, 365…
Read MoreA is for Admission to Aquarium Encounters!
It’s hard to believe that September is over and we’re already halfway through October! By now, the new school year shine has likely worn off; there’s a marker or two…
Read MoreFall Membership Drive
Celebrating our Valued Members! At Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, our members are the cornerstone of our interactive aquarium in the heart of the Florida Keys. Our annual memberships provide our…
Read MoreSeptember Specials at the Aquarium
As we settle into September in the Florida Keys, the end of Summer brings new specials and great deals at your favorite Florida Keys Aquarium! After a busy summertime here…
Read MoreHappy 1st Birthday Harry Potter
With the approach of Labor Day weekend it’s time to celebrate the exciting 1st birthday of Florida Keys Aquarium Encounter’s youngest Southern Ray, Harry Potter!
Read MoreGive a hoot! Don't Pollute!
Did you know that marine debris is a HUGE problem for environmentally sensitive ocean ecosystems like those found here in the fabulous Florida Keys? Trash and other debris that makes…
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