Name: Denim & Dolphins – A Country Night by the Bay
Start: 2026-10-17T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-17T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Clearwater Marine Aquarium

About the Event

Kick up your boots and dance the night away at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Denim and Dolphins: A Country Night by the Bay. Enjoy line dancing to all kinds of music with a live DJ, coastal cocktails, and unforgettable dolphin moments — all set against the backdrop of the bay. Whether you’re a seasoned two stepper, ready to show off your cowgirl or cowboy style, or simply joining for the vibes, this fall celebration blends country charm with coastal magic for one unforgettable night.

Event Ticket Includes:

After hours Admission to CMA — Guests can explore the entire aquarium after hours, taking in exhibits and animal habitats in a relaxed atmosphere.
Sea lion talks led by our animal care team
A Dolphin Presentation
Live entertainment
Kids craft tables and games
Raffle
One (1) alcoholic/nonalcoholic drink ticket with adult ticket purchase – Good for (1) CMA signature drink, beer or wine.
Additional dining options available for purchase throughout the Aquarium until 8:30pm.
Bars available throughout the Aquarium – Credit Cards only accepted.

VIP Admission Tickets Include:

VIP Buffet (5:30pm-8pm. Desserts until 8:30pm.)
VIP area with seating
VIP early entry at 5:30pm.
Private VIP Raffle
Private Animal Connections Presentation from 5:45pm to 6:15pm in the Dolphin Tale Theater
Everything from General Admission is also included with VIP tickets!

VIP tickets are selling quickly! Book your VIP tickets today to reserve your spot! VIP tickets must be purchased in advance.

Please Note:

This is a Ticketed Event from 6:00pm-9:00pm.
Check in will be on level 3 through the main entrance at 6:00pm.
Members will be allowed early entry starting at 5:30pm.
Pinniped Pier and other animal habitats outside of the Stone Dolphin Complex will be open for guests until 8:30pm.
Guests must be 21 and over and will be required to show ID for alcoholic drink consumption and/or ticket purchase.
Program schedule, prices and details are subject to change.

Tickets:

General Admission
Adults: $50 (CMA Members: $25)
Children (3-11): $40 (CMA Members: $20)
Children 2 and under are free.

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VIP Admission:
Adults: $75 (CMA Members: $50)
Children (3-11): $60 (CMA Members: $40)

Only a limited number of VIP tickets will be available!

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Net proceeds from every visit help us provide animal care and support our mission to rescue, rehab and release marine life.

Attention Parents!

This is a family-friendly event and children are welcome to attend. If you are looking for a child-free evening, we also have a special Night at the Aquarium event for kids ages 5-10 on Oct. 17 from 6-8pm during Denim and Dolphins! If you are attending Denim and Dolphins, you can register your child for their own fun Night at the Aquarium! Drop off between 5:30pm-6pm and send your kids to learn about the ocean’s most incredible creatures through interactive hands-on activities, while you dance the night away!

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