Event date is 9/19/2026 local time (America/Los_Angeles, UTC-7 in September), which converts to 2026-09-20 UTC. RSVP is indicated. The event is associated with Central Coast Aquarium and appears to be a community/marine science event.

Homeschool Day at the Museum of Coastal Carolina. NC Science Trail Partner-Coastal. Event runs 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM local time.

VIMS will have a presence at the 52nd Annual Virginia Beach Neptune Festival. Listed time is 4:00am local (EDT), converted to UTC: 08:00:00.

Imhotep Academy is a year-round middle school enrichment program (6th–8th grade) that introduces students to STEM with emphasis on expanding access for all students. This fall session is themed 'The Science of Forensics.' Fall sessions meet Saturday mornings from 8:45 AM to 1:00 PM. Registration opens Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Mandatory orientation is Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM. Program dates: October 3 – October 31, 2026. The program includes hands-on investigations, laboratory tours, field trips, leadership, college readiness, and interactions with STEM professionals.

VIMS will have a presence at the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival. Listed time is 2:00pm local (EDT), converted to UTC: 18:00:00.

VIMS will have a presence at the Yorktown Wine and Oyster Festival. Listed time is 4:00pm local (EDT), converted to UTC: 20:00:00.

Berkeley premiere of Jason Spingarn-Koff's new film 'The Coral Rescuers.' 40-minute screening followed by a Q&A with director Jason Spingarn-Koff in conversation with ecologist Rachel Carlson.

Marine Science Mondays program starting October 5, 2026. Recurring Monday sessions focused on marine science. Registration via Community Pass. Credit card purchases incur a convenience fee from the credit card processor.

Sandbar Lecture Series event at the Museum of Coastal Carolina focusing on DNA research and sea turtle family trees. NC Science Trail Partner-Coastal. Event runs 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM local time.

Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society in celebrating Ocracoke heritage with its rich history and continuing tradition of working on the water. This unique festival made its grand debut in 2023. Held on the grounds of the Ocracoke area.

A special event co-hosted by the Coastal Studies Institute and Pocosin Arts on October 10, 2026. A science and art workshop focused on oysters, combining marine science education with artistic exploration.

Oyster Science & Art Workshop with Pocosin Arts, listed as a Special Event on the CSI website for October 10, 2026. Combines marine science education with art, hosted by the Coastal Studies Institute.

Special event: Oyster Science & Art Workshop with Pocosin Arts on October 10, 2026. Listed under CSI Special Events in the Outreach section.

The Outer Banks Seafood Festival features the finest food and beverages the OBX has to offer. Celebrate our coastal seafood heritage and community. Discover how our seafood gets from the ocean to your plate! The festival includes education about coastal seafood heritage, local vendors, music, and entertainment throughout the day. Donations support the local fishing community with healthcare, equipment needs, and supplies.

VIMS will have a presence at the Poquoson Seafood Festival. Listed time is 4:00am local (EDT), converted to UTC: 08:00:00.

Just Keep Swimming educational family night featuring ocean life stations, biology of sea creatures from Finding Dory movie, STEM experiment with whale blubber and cold water tolerance, art stations making sea creatures, and under-the-sea photo booth with oceanthemed dinner.

Coastal Carolina Riverwatch will host the 2026 Water Quality for Fisheries Symposium on October 19-20, 2026 at Sturgeon City in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Bringing the symposium to Onslow County reflects the strong leadership and engagement shown during the 2025 event, including participation from multiple Onslow County Commissioners. The event is an annual collaborative forum for the exchange of information on recent research, infrastructure best management practices, policy development, restoration and resilience projects, and advocacy that protects the quality of water and quality of life for all in coastal NC.

Marine Science Mad Lab & Trunk-or-Treat event at VIMS. Listed time is 10:30pm local (EDT), converted to UTC next day: 02:30:00 on 2026-10-24.

VIMS will have a presence at Gloucester County's Touch-A-Truck 2026 event. Listed time is 5:00pm local (EST, as EDT ends Nov 1 2026), converted to UTC: 22:00:00.

Homeschool Day at the Oregon Coast Aquarium on November 6. A fun and educational day featuring programs and activities that highlight the aquarium's role as a living classroom. Seats for registered programs are filling up quickly; participants can join a waitlist or check out other opportunities at aquarium.org/education/homeschool-programs.

STEM Day at SeaWorld San Diego is designed for students in grades 1–12. Activities include: 'How Fast Can You Go?' (science of movement in water and marine animal locomotion), 'A Tail of Force' (physics of motion, force, and resistance with hands-on experiments), and 'What Big Teeth You Have!' (measuring and comparing shark teeth using mathematical formulas to estimate shark size). Stations are located at Wild Arctic Plaza and the Shark Encounter Pathway. Activities align with NGSS standards and are facilitated by SeaWorld educators. Three age-differentiated tracks: Grades 1–4 (Elementary), Grades 5–8 (Middle School), Grades 9–12 (High School). Pre-registered groups receive priority access. To book: download and complete the Ticket Order Form, select payment and ticket delivery options, then submit to SWC-YouthandGroups@seaworld.com. Reservation deadline is 14 days before the event date.

Beach Mystery Camp. Kids turn into outdoor detectives, exploring the beach environment, following clues, and working together to solve exciting mysteries in the field. Combines hands-on discovery with fun, teamwork, and nature exploration. Hours: 9am-2pm. Late Stay Option: 2pm-4pm for an additional $10/day.

Beach Mystery Camp: Kids become outdoor detectives, exploring the beach environment, following clues, and working together to solve exciting mysteries in the field. Combines hands-on discovery with teamwork and nature exploration. Hours: 9am-2pm; Late Stay Option: 2pm-4pm for $10/Day.

Fall Break Beach Mystery Camp on Nov. 26th, 9am-2pm. Our Mystery Camps turn kids into outdoor detectives! Whether at the beach or in the marsh, campers will explore the environment, follow clues, and work together to solve exciting mysteries in the field. Each adventure combines hands-on discovery with fun, teamwork, and nature exploration.

Beach Mystery Camp. Kids become outdoor detectives, exploring the beach environment, following clues, and working together to solve exciting mysteries in the field. Combines hands-on discovery with teamwork and nature exploration. Hours: 9am-2pm; Late Stay Option 2pm-4pm for $10/Day additional.