Be sure to locate a valid proof of age. You must bring valid proof of age to complete the activation process. Physical and digital copies of original documents are accepted but must be legible. Valid proof of age documents include:
Plan for plenty of time to complete the activating process for your Free Pre-K Membership. Weekend and school off-days are popular days to visit. We recommend visiting during the week for shorter lines and an expedited process!
Once you register your child for a Pre-K Membership, you must activate it for it to be valid. To activate, visit Newport Aquarium in person by Sunday, March 9 at 7:00pm. Visit any ticket window and provide your Pre-K Membership voucher along with proof of your child’s age.
NEW Warming Tent! This year Newport Aquarium will have a heated tent available for guests waiting in line outside on the Levee Plaza. It is still recommended that you dress appropriately for the weather.
Upon activation, Pre-K Members will receive their own Pre-K Membership card with photo.
Once activated, your Pre-K kiddo will have instant, unlimited visits to Newport Aquarium all year-long! Pre-K Memberships are valid for one year from your in-person activation date.
NOTE FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS: General Admission tickets or Memberships are required for all guests accompanying Pre-K Members. A parent or guardian must accompany children at all times while in Newport Aquarium. Membership is your best value to visit with your Pre-K child as much as you want for a full year!
Sea, Touch & Explore with your child and be there for every new discovery so you can make those memories that will last a lifetime. Become a Member too so your family can experience all the fun - TOGETHER! Get your Membership today and enjoy great benefits like free parking, extra discounts and more!
Learn MoreOpens This March! Newport Aquarium’s NEW exhibit Jellies: Go With The Flow is a dazzling dive into the shimmering world of nature’s most fascinating creatures. Watch in awe as they float, pulse, and glow, offering a spellbinding dance of nature’s artistry. Whether you’re discovering their incredible life cycle or simply soaking in their ethereal beauty, this exhibit invites you to go beyond the glass like never before! This isn’t just an exhibit—it’s your front-row ticket to an aquatic spectacle that will leave you enchanted and eager to learn more about the magic of marine life.
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