Monterey Bay Aquarium Hosts Climate-Themed Dance Party

The event will feature food, wine, a costume contest, and a conversation with author Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:21pm

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An abstract painting in the style of Hilma af Klint, featuring sweeping geometric shapes and organic forms in shades of blue, green, and brown, conceptually representing the complex scientific forces and fragile beauty of the natural world.The Monterey Bay Aquarium's vibrant Climate Dance Party will bring the community together to celebrate the ocean and inspire action on environmental issues.Monterey Today

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is hosting a 'Climate Dance Party' on April 18, bringing ocean enthusiasts together for a fun, informal evening to celebrate Earth Day. The event will include food, wine, a costume contest, a silent disco, and a signed book and conversation with author Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, who wrote 'What If We Get It Right? Visions of Climate Futures'.

Why it matters

As climate change continues to be a pressing global issue, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is using this event to engage the community in a lighthearted yet meaningful way. By combining education, entertainment, and activism, the aquarium hopes to inspire attendees to take action on environmental causes.

The details

The Climate Dance Party will take place on the evening of Saturday, April 18 at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Tickets include food, wine, a costume contest, a silent disco, and a signed book and conversation with author Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, who wrote 'What If We Get It Right? Visions of Climate Futures'. Dr. Johnson has stated that discussing climate change issues can be serious, but the event aims to bring a sense of fun and community to the cause.

  • The Climate Dance Party will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22.

The players

Monterey Bay Aquarium

A nonprofit public aquarium located in Monterey, California that is dedicated to inspiring conservation of the ocean.

Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson

An author who wrote the book 'What If We Get It Right? Visions of Climate Futures' and will be participating in the Climate Dance Party event.

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What they’re saying

“Discussing the issues society faces with climate change is serious, but we don't have to take ourselves so seriously.”

— Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Author

What’s next

Tickets for the Climate Dance Party can be purchased on the Monterey Bay Aquarium's website.

The takeaway

The Monterey Bay Aquarium's Climate Dance Party is an innovative way to engage the community on the important issue of climate change, blending education, entertainment, and activism in a fun and approachable way.