Events at Mote Science Education Aquarium

Upcoming events at Mote Science Education Aquarium in the Sarasota area.

SEA & Do Lifelong Learning Workshops

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that deepen understanding of species identification, animal biology, and human impacts. Each class also features insights from Mote experts whose research connects directly to the day’s

Youth Ocean Conservation Summit

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Empowering the next generation of ocean conservationists. ​​Around the world, our ocean and its inhabitants face many challenges. As human impacts continuously threaten the health of our marine ecosystems, both locally and globally, it is imperative that we involve youth in a campaign to solve these problems. The Youth Ocean Conservation Summit, launched in 2011

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role play, and games! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Mote SEA Restorative Yoga

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Restore: Evening Restorative Yoga End your day with deep relaxation, gentle restoration and a renewed sense of connection to the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a calming restorative yoga experience inside the peaceful setting of Mote SEA. Designed to help you unwind from the day, this all-levels practice uses fully supported postures, mindful breathing

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role play, and games! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Mote SEA Restorative Yoga

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Restore: Evening Restorative Yoga End your day with deep relaxation, gentle restoration and a renewed sense of connection to the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a calming restorative yoga experience inside the peaceful setting of Mote SEA. Designed to help you unwind from the day, this all-levels practice uses fully supported postures, mindful breathing

SEA & Do Lifelong Learning Workshops

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that deepen understanding of species identification, animal biology, and human impacts. Each class also features insights from Mote experts whose research connects directly to the day’s

Sensory SEA

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Mote Science Education Aquarium will open its doors an hour early exclusively for individuals with sensory processing differences or autism spectrum disorders. During this event, Mote will create a welcoming, calm, and inclusive environment with sensory-friendly modifications such as softer lighting, reduced noise levels, and minimized visual stimulation whenever possible. Sensory SEA begins at 8:30

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role play, and games! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to

Sharktoberfest

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Sharktoberfest is back and bigger than ever at Mote SEA! Experience Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium like never before during Sharktoberfest, an unforgettable 21+ after-hours tasting event at Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA). Get tickets Explore the Aquarium after dark as you stroll through immersive exhibits, encounter sharks, rays, sea turtles, and thousands of other

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role play, and games! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Oceanic Evening 2026

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Please join us in black-tie or costume. Oceanic Evening is Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium’s signature gala—an inspiring night dedicated to ocean conservation, innovation and discovery. Guests enjoy premier dining, cocktails, and live entertainment while gaining insight into Mote’s groundbreaking research. More than a celebration, this annual event supports Mote’s mission to advance world-class science, conserve

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role play, and games! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

SEA & Do Lifelong Learning Workshops

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that deepen understanding of species identification, animal biology, and human impacts. Each class also features insights from Mote experts whose research connects directly to the day’s

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement, sign language, science tool exploration, role play, and games! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to

Mote SEA Restorative Yoga

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Restore: Evening Restorative Yoga End your day with deep relaxation, gentle restoration and a renewed sense of connection to the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a calming restorative yoga experience inside the peaceful setting of Mote SEA. Designed to help you unwind from the day, this all-levels practice uses fully supported postures, mindful breathing

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

SEA & Do Lifelong Learning Workshops

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear, engaging instruction with practical activities that deepen understanding of species identification, animal biology, and human impacts. Each class also features insights from Mote experts whose research connects directly to the day’s

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Homeschool Days

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Meet us at Mote SEA to explore exciting aspects of Mote research and marine science through engaging, hands-on learning experiences for homeschool students ages 6–14. Join us for monthly classes designed for 6–9 year olds, 10–14 year olds, and a class to accommodate families with students ages 6–14. A All fall semester Homeschool Day Programs will be offered in the afternoons

Mote SEA Restorative Yoga

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Restore: Evening Restorative Yoga End your day with deep relaxation, gentle restoration and a renewed sense of connection to the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a calming restorative yoga experience inside the peaceful setting of Mote SEA. Designed to help you unwind from the day, this all-levels practice uses fully supported postures, mindful breathing

Mote SEA Yoga Flow

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

SEArenity Flow Find calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As you move through the

Sensory SEA

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Mote Science Education Aquarium will open its doors an hour early exclusively for individuals with sensory processing differences or autism spectrum disorders. During this event, Mote will create a welcoming, calm, and inclusive environment with sensory-friendly modifications such as softer lighting, reduced noise levels, and minimized visual stimulation whenever possible. Sensory SEA begins at 8:30

The Black and White Party

Mote Science Education Aquarium

Travel & Outdoors

Please join us for an evening beneath the mesmerizing glow of the ocean, where the vibrant energy of the Southern Hemisphere comes alive at Mote SEA. Inspired by our charismatic Chilean Humboldt penguins, our first-ever Black & White Party will transport you to the coasts of South America, where the rhythm of the music meets