We'll help you plan the event of your dreams

Your special event requires a grand setting and our exhibit galleries are acclaimed internationally for their beauty and innovative design. With three venues to choose from, your event will be crafted precisely to your tastes. There are galleries for quiet dining and grand spaces for presentations and entertainment. Reserve part or all of the aquarium for a private event in the evening or take advantage of our group discounts for day time visitation.

We can accommodate everything from an elegant sit-down dinner to a festive strolling dinner where up to 3,000 guests can enjoy gourmet food as they network and converse - or simply find a quiet spot to take in the ambiance of the aquarium. Your meal will be as exceptional as the setting. Our exclusive caterer, Bon Appetit has won national awards for its outstanding culinary creations. Our team manages all the details so your imagination is free to soar.

Our event planners take care of all the details: food and beverage, flowers, music and security. With our team working with you, your imagination is free to soar.

• To start planning your event now, visit our Event and online planning guides.
• Three Venues to choose from – the Ocean’s Edge Galleries, the Outer Bay Galleries or the Portola Restaurant
• Options ranging from breakfast meetings to dinners and receptions
• Dive Shows, Bat Ray Feedings, Interpretive Guides and Educational Programs
• Extensive banquet menus to suit every budget
• Wine tasting with Taste of Monterey can be done at the aquarium.