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Join us as we celebrate 50 years of marine life conservation and look forward to the next 50 years at Clearwater Marine Aquarium!
Start Date
December 26 3:00 pmEnd Date
January 7 7:00 pmEvent access is included with Clearwater Marine Aquarium admission.
Please note: On Dec. 31, 2022, there will be no Jubilee event and CMA will close at 4pm.
About the Event
Join us for Jubilee, Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s festive 50th anniversary celebration, from December 26 through January 7. Enjoy extended hours filled with family fun activities, entertainment, and special moments with the resident animals you love as we say goodbye to 2022 and look forward to our next 50 years dedicated to marine life rescue and conservation together. Everything we do is because of you!
Jubilee Activities:
Jubilee activities will begin at 3pm.
- DJ and live music
- Dancers and performers
- Festive food and drinks
- Kids games and activities
- Face painting, craft stations and more!
Spheres Bubble Show and Theater Performances:
Spheres Bubble Show is the artistic creation of bubble master Blaise Ryndes from Season 13 of America’s Got Talent. Blaise creates unbelievable sculptures out of bubbles that have amazed audiences of all ages across the country! He describes his unique act as a comedic and mysterious fusion of art, science and magic.
Theater Schedule:
3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm.
- Dec. 26–Dec. 30: Spheres Bubble Show
- Jan. 1: Magic Show
- Jan. 2–Jan. 6: Spheres Bubble Show
- Jan. 7: Dog Variety Show
All theater shows are included with admission during Jubilee.
Festive Jubilee Caribbean Cuisine
Celebrate our international work with a festive selection of Caribbean cuisine inspired by countries where CMA Research Institute has ongoing conservation projects. Available at Shark Bites Cafe and the Dolphin Terrace Cantina.
- Enchilladas de Camarones / Shrimp Creole (Cuba)
- Papas Rellenas (Cuba)
- Flan (Cuba)
- Chimi Burger (Dominican Republic)
- Beef Empanadas (Dominican Republic)
- Belizean Shrimp Ceviche (Belize)
- Salbutes (Belize)
Jubilee Boat Ride
Join us on a 40-minute festive Jubilee Boat Ride as we learn about CMA’s past and future. Families of all ages will enjoy this boat ride through Clearwater Bay with fun music and festive lights!
Please Note: Jubilee Boat Ride is not included with admission and available for purchase separately. Program can be cancelled due to weather conditions, or not meeting the minimum passenger limit. In these 2 scenarios refund, or rescheduling will be processed at ticketing. Timed tickets are only valid for the dates listed on your order. Be sure to check your booking times, allow enough time and avoid scheduling conflicts when selecting multiple programs. All programs and prices are subject to change. Seasonal rates, restrictions, and blackout dates may apply.