Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

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Sharktoberfest

Sharktoberfest

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 • 7:00 PM—11:00 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Sharktoberfest tickets are sold out. We look forward to seeing you at future Mote events! This year marks the first Sharktoberfest at Mote SEA, making it one…

Mote’s Trivia Night at Florida Keys Brewing Company

Mote’s Trivia Night at Florida Keys Brewing Company

Mon, Oct 19, 2026 • 7:30 PM—9:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Islamorada, FL

Grab a beer at Florida Keys Brewing Company, gather your smartest friends, and put your coral knowledge to the test at a fun-filled night of trivia! FREE to…

Homeschool Days

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Homeschool Days

Wed, Oct 21, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Homeschool Days

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Sat, Oct 24, 2026 • 9:30 AM—10:30 AM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language,…

Family Dip Netting

Family Dip Netting

Sat, Oct 24, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Family Dip Netting in the Bay Splash into Sarasota Bay! Join Mote for some fun outdoor exploration. Participants will use dip nets to explore the nearshore…

Breakfast with the Sharks

Sun, Oct 25, 2026 • 8:00 AM—9:30 AM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Sink your teeth into a light continental breakfast while you learn about our favorite finned friends and Mote’s breakthrough shark research. During this…

Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Sun, Oct 25, 2026 • 6:15 PM—8:00 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Start your day off right with a guided kayak tour of Sarasota Bay. Paddle across shallow seagrass beds and take in the wildlife that depends on this ecosystem.…

Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Mon, Oct 26, 2026 • 6:30 AM—8:15 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Start your day off right with a guided kayak tour of Sarasota Bay. Paddle across shallow seagrass beds and take in the wildlife that depends on this ecosystem.…

Homeschool Days

Tue, Oct 27, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Mote A-Scare-ium

Mote A-Scare-ium

Tue, Oct 27, 2026 • 2:30 PM—5:00 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Celebrate the Halloween season during Mote A-scare-ium! Join us for this family friendly event at Mote Science Education Aquarium for face painting by Akiko,…

Homeschool Days

Wed, Oct 28, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:00 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Homeschool Days

Thu, Oct 29, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Oceanic Evening 2026

Oceanic Evening 2026

Sat, Oct 31, 2026 • 6:15 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Please join us in black-tie or costume. Oceanic Evening is Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium’s signature gala—an inspiring night dedicated to ocean…

Jellyfish WAVE

Jellyfish WAVE

Tue, Nov 3, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Get your jelly jam on for World Jellyfish Day. Join us for a free virtual jamboree featuring the weird and wonderful world of jellies at the Mote Science…

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Sat, Nov 7, 2026 • 9:30 AM—10:30 AM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language,…

Homeschool Days

Tue, Nov 10, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Fins for Freedom

Fins for Freedom

Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Fins for Freedom: Mote’s Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11 at Mote Science Education Aquarium! As a thank you for their service, Mote is…

Homeschool Days

Wed, Nov 11, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

Splash of Color: Buoy Paint Night

Splash of Color: Buoy Paint Night

Wed, Nov 11, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Islamorada, FL

Get creative for coral restoration with Mote Marine Laboratory! Join us for a buoy paint party and help Mote scientists create a functional underwater art…

Homeschool Days

Thu, Nov 12, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:30 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students…

SEA & Do Lifelong Learning Workshops

SEA & Do Lifelong Learning Workshops

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 2:00 PM—5:00 PM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals.…

Family Dip Netting

Family Dip Netting

Sat, Nov 14, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium · Sarasota, FL

Family Dip Netting in the Bay Splash into Sarasota Bay! Join Mote for some fun outdoor exploration. Participants will use dip nets to explore the nearshore…