For birthday parties for children turning 6 years old or younger, click here.
To schedule a party call us at 401-885-4690
The Award-Winning Shark Petting Birthday Party!
Fun and educational, this is a birthday party your child will never forget. Our two-hour party includes petting tide pool creatures, horseshoe crabs, and of course, our sharks. We run the whole party for you; just bring the cake, food and paper goods. You can also have pizza delivered (menu is attached to confirmation form).
All of our parties are private - the entire facility is reserved for your party! Our staff will lead the kids around on a tour of the aquarium, stopping at all of the touch-tanks and feeding animals along the way. The special honor of feeding the sharks is always reserved for the birthday child! The last 30 minutes of your party are for your guests to enjoy any food that you bring in.
Parties are designed for children turning ages 7 and up!
For children under 7 see our parties for children turning 6 or younger.
Private parties cost $425, $400 for members. Party price includes admission for 20 children, additional children are $10 each. Adults and children under 3 are free. Gratuities for staff accepted.
Please no pinatas, noise-makers, confetti, or live fish as favors. Bins will be provided for gifts at the door. Gifts are not to be opened at the center.
Balloon Policy: You are welcome to bring in balloons, however we ask that they be helium and bundled. Scattered balloons on the floor break easily and can introduce pieces of latex into our exhibits.
To schedule a party…
Schedule a party by either calling us (401-885-4690), or scheduling in person.
We require a $100 deposit. You can send your deposit & confirmation form online. Deposits are non-refundable.
Save or print out your information sheet & optional pizza menu.
Do not fill out a confirmation form if you haven’t scheduled a party by phone (401-885-4690) or in person.
We also have free printable invitations available!
Available Times (Please call first to schedule)
Weekdays
5:15pm - 7:15pm
Saturday and Sunday
10:00am - 12:00pm
5:15pm - 7:15pm