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web QNat the Aquarium — Quiet Nights in the Aquarium

Quiet At The Aquarium – TBC

Dates: TBC

Booking Slots at 6.00 / 6.30 / 7.00

Quiet Night in the Aquarium (multiple dates and sessions)

Would you or a family member or friend like to visit the aquarium during a quieter time?

The Aquarium Quiet Nights are designed to accommodate a much smaller number of visitors, with splashes turned off and loud noises tuned down to provide a calmer, quieter space to explore. Softer lights and a quiet space within our Audio Visual Room will also be provided, while staff are on hand to provide information or just let you explore at your own pace in peace if you’d prefer.

Booking is essential and numbers are limited during each time slot.

TIMES – Typically after the Aquarium closes. DATES- Wednesdays or Thursday Evenings.

Email info@nationalaquarium.ie if you would like to receive details about Quite Night Events.

CULTURE NIGHT advertisement at the Aquarium

CULTURE NIGHT RETURNS TO GALWAY ATLANTAQUARIA

Open Waters, Open Minds & Open Aquarium – ‘OOO’

Galway Atlantaquaria is delighted to open the Aquarium as part of Culture Night Celebrations.

Our event theme is ‘OOO’, O! a story, O! marine life, and O! I learned something new.

Puppet Storytime

Stories of old were told for a purpose , to stop children

from wandering too far from home, to show what happens

if you don’t respect your surroundings and things are not

always as they seem.

Open Waters

exploration, migration, biodiversity, climate, curiosity

Open Minds

learning, creativity, accessibility, imagination, empathy

Open Aquarium

unusual experiences, welcoming new audiences

Culture Night Participants can enjoy the very best of the Aquarium, discover, explore, and be inspired by our Marine Life.

Our Culture Night event will be on Culture Night on the 18th of September from 6 pm until 8 pm.

Featured Act by Tommy Baker

Your Man’s Puppets

Step right up and behold the wonder of “Random Acts of Puppetry!”
Hailing from the picturesque West Coast of Ireland,

Brace yourself for a display that defies time itself.

It’s a fusion of old-world charm and cutting-edge sketches that morph to match the energy of the audience and hold onto your seats, infusing each performance with a delightful dose of Irish humor. Don’t miss the chance to experience puppetry at its most spontaneous and captivating best!

A family-friendly extravaganza featuring an array of puppetry marvels. Your Man’s Puppets has been weaving enchantment since 2002, dazzling audiences with a mesmerizing blend of tradition and innovation bursting with diverse puppetry styles.