Protecting our blue planet starts with us. This year, Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is proud to partner with Keep Pinellas Beautiful and the Tampa Bay Roots & Shoots Alliance to host a premier World Oceans Day celebration.
Whether you’re a local resident or visiting Clearwater Beach, this is your chance to meet the people behind Tampa Bay’s marine conservation efforts and learn how you can make a tangible difference in ocean health.
- When: Saturday, June 6th | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Where: Clearwater Marine Aquarium – 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767
- Parking: On-site parking is $15.00. Street parking is first come first serve, and additional parking is available in downtown Clearwater with trolley service to/from CMA.
- Price: FREE to attend the World Oceans Day event
- Bonus: Attendees receive 20% off regular aquarium admission to explore the rest of CMA
Why Attend?
Connect with 50 Exhibitors
The 4th-floor ballroom will be transformed into an educational hub. Meet representatives from 50 local and national exhibitors, including:
- Ocean Conservancy & Sea Turtle Trackers: Learn about habitat protection.
- Sharks4Kids & Save the Manatees: Deep dive into species-specific rescue.
- Jane Goodall Institute (Roots & Shoots): Discover youth-led environmental projects.
- Local Experts: Including Audubon Florida, Seaside Seabird Sanctuary, and Tampa Bay Watch.
Exclusive Admission Discount
Entry to the World Oceans Day ballroom event is completely free (enter through the 4th floor of the parking garage). Once you’ve finished visiting the exhibitors, stop by the Virtual Reality booth on the 4th floor to claim your 20% discount on aquarium tickets.
Family-Friendly Learning
From interactive booths by the St. Petersburg College STEM Center to hands-on displays from Sensing Nature, there is something to inspire every future marine biologist.
