Fly. Illuminate. Inspire.
January 13 · 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Family Friendly Event | Live Music| Signature Food & Drinks
About the Evening
Ahoy, mateys! Join us for a pirate-themed New Year extravaganza at Lights by the Bay on January 13, 2024, at Clearwater Marine Aquarium! Set your sights on a breathtaking drone show as the night sky comes alive with synchronized pirates, treasure maps, and swashbuckling adventures. Bring the whole crew for a family-friendly, high-flying spectacle—it’s a night of magic and imagination by the bay!
Enjoy access to visit the rescued dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays and other resident animals and explore a number of marine life habitats that will be viewable during the evening hours.
Tickets
VIP Tickets are sold out. General Admission Tickets are nearly sold out but a limited number have been added for purchase online. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available for sale at the event.
Ticket Holder Premium Viewing Experience: Lights by the Bay ticket holders now have the chance to elevate their Lights by the Bay experience! You and your party of up to 10 can watch the drone show from inside the Ruth & J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex. Enjoy private bench seating, a private viewing area and receive an action photo with one of our dolphins! This is an extremely limited offer, book your party now!*
*All prices and event details subject to change. Refunds are not available for any SunSips/Lights by the Bay events. Late arrivals, cancellations, and no shows will not be refunded or rescheduled. Event Admission is not included. You must have tickets to the event to purchase the Premium viewing upgrade.
Enhance Your Tasting Experience With an Event Lanyard
Buy an event lanyard for six sample sized tastes.
- ANY FOOD ITEM
- SAMPLE SIZE- BEER
- SAMPLE SIZE- WINE
- SAMPLE SIZE- EVENT-THEMED SIGNATURE COCKTAIL
Schedule and Activities
Enjoy the Aquarium After Hours
- Enjoy access to underwater views of the rescued dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays and other resident animals and explore a number of marine life habitats that will be viewable during the evening hours until 8:30pm.
See a Spectacular Drone Display in the Sky
- View a dazzling display of drone lights from the Dolphin Terrace or VIP Grand Ballroom Balcony. Additional viewing will be available from the lower level. Enjoy the sunset and find your spot and prepare to be amazed with the drone show.
Net proceeds from this event benefit Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s ongoing mission to rescue, rehab, and release more marine life.
Please Note:
- In order to purchase or consume an alcoholic beverage, guests must be 21 or older. Additionally, you will be required to present valid identification to verify your age.
- Event includes access to select areas of Clearwater Marine Aquarium, including the Ruth & J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex and Visitor Center.
- All prices and event details subject to change. Refunds are not available for any SunSips by the Bay events. Late arrivals, cancellations, and no shows will not be refunded or rescheduled.
Dress attire is casual.
Please note that while we encourage a relaxed and comfortable dress code for this event, we kindly request that guests refrain from wearing bathing suits or any overly revealing clothing. We ask that appropriate clothing be worn to cover the torso and be suitable for public spaces. This may include items such as t-shirts, blouses, shorts, jeans, skirts, and dresses. Shoes or sandals are also required.
We reserve the right to refuse entry or ask guests to leave if their attire does not comply with our dress code policy. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to a fun and enjoyable event for all.