MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND AT THE AQUARIUM May 8-9, 2010

Celebrate your Mother’s Day weekend with our many different Aquarium moms! From Beluga whales to Victorian Cichlids, the Aquarium celebrates Mother’s Day practically every day. Did you know female Victorian Cichlids carry their young right inside their mouths for 3 weeks before releasing them into the water? Learn more about the many Aquarium Mom’s on Mother’s Day Weekend at the Aquarium.

• Win an Animal Encounter with our Beluga Family! – To enter, visit us on Mother's Day Weekend, and tell us in one sentence, why your mom is amazing for a chance to win a special Beluga Encounter for 2 to share with your mom.

• Free Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms – Bee Bop, the Aquarium’s beluga mascot, has special gifts for Moms who visit the Aquarium on Mother’s Day weekend! Plus children can participate in our fun crafts and card making activities to create a special, unique gift for Mom.

Learn more about the Aquarium’s Mother’s Day Celebrations at visitvanaqua.org

MOTHER’S DAY DINNER AT THE AQUARIUM Mother’s Day, May 9, 2010

Bring your family for dinner with our Beluga family on Mother’s Day at the Aquarium! Enjoy a magical view of our Beluga moms and calves as you dine in our unbelievable Underwater Beluga Viewing Gallery. You’ll feast on a delicious dinner buffet created by the Aquarium’s very own culinary team. A dessert of chocolate fondue coupled with a peaceful walk along our outdoor Beluga viewing deck will cap off your Mother’s Day evening perfectly.

Please register by phone at 604-659-3456. Closing date for registration is Wednesday May 5, pending availability.

DAILY HOURS & ADMISSION RATES

The Vancouver Aquarium is open every day from 9:30am-5:00pm. To find out “What’s On” today, phone 604-659-FISH (3474) or email: information@vanaqua.org

ADMISSION RATES: $22 for adults, $17 for senior and students, $14 for children 4-12 years old. Children 3 years and under free.

Media Contact:
Helen Lee
Public Relations Coordinator
helen.lee@vanaqua.org
Phone: 604.659.3775