Start the Halloween season early at the Waikīkī Aquarium’s Members’ Night on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.! Hosted by the Friends of the Waikīkī Aquarium, this family-friendly event is open to the public and offers a special after-hours opportunity to explore the Aquarium and enjoy Halloween fun for the whole family.
This year’s theme is Stranger Fins! Dive into the Upside Down for a night of mysterious creatures and friendly frights. This seasonal celebration will include spooktacular games, educational activities, interactive booths, a costume contest, critter encounters, underwater pumpkin carving, and delicious food and drinks from local vendors.
- 4:30 p.m. FOWA Annual Meeting (In Classroom)
- 5:00 p.m. Doors Open; Activities Begin
- 6:00 p.m. Underwater Pumpkin Carving
- 6:30 p.m. Halloween Costume Contest
- 8:00 p.m. Pau
Activities will include:
- Hawkins Hopscotch: Take a trip to Hawkins without ever leaving the Aquarium! Hop, skip, and jump your way through this spooky spin on a classic playground favorite.
- Upside Down Jellyfish Toss: Test your aim and accuracy as you toss colorful balls into jellyfish cans. How many can you get into the Upside Down?
- Mind Flayer Matching Game: The Mind Flayer has mixed everything up! Can you find all the matching pairs before they disappear into the Upside Down?
- ‘80s Candy Crawl: Calling all candy lovers! Crawl through a pool of classic ’80s candy and search for hidden prizes. What totally tubular treats will you discover?
- Emo Nemo Corn Hole: Take aim and test your tossing skills in this fin-tastic game of cornhole. How many can you sink?
Admission to the event will be:
- FOWA Members: $15 for adults / $5 for children (ages 4-12)
- Non-Members: $20 for adults / $10 for children (ages 4-12)
- Children 3 and under: Free
Purchase your tickets today! This event will be held rain or shine.