Real-life mermaids return to Camden aquarium

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Real-life mermaids are returning to Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey for the popular Mermaids Experience from February 20 through March 15. Guests can watch the mermaids swim with sharks and stingrays, pose for photos with them in an enchanted grotto, and enjoy mermaid-themed food and light shows throughout the aquarium. Adventure Aquarium is also offering special perks for Gold and Platinum members, including early access and priority viewing of the first mermaid dive.

Why it matters

The Mermaids Experience at Adventure Aquarium is a highly anticipated annual event that transforms the aquarium into an immersive underwater fantasy world. It allows guests, especially children, to connect with the whimsical mermaid mythology and see real-life mermaids up close. The event also highlights Adventure Aquarium's commitment to providing unique and engaging experiences for its visitors.

The details

During the Mermaids Experience, guests will be able to watch the real-life mermaids swim gracefully through the shark realm and stingray lagoon, performing "aqua-batics" and interacting with the sea life. Visitors can then meet the mermaids in person, get professional photos taken with them in an enchanted grotto, and wave to them as they relax in the Stingray Beach Club. The aquarium's Rotunda will also come alive every half hour with a mermaid-themed light spectacle. Guests can also enjoy mermaid-themed food and beverages, as well as collect exclusive mermaid-themed collectible cards.

• The Mermaids Experience will run from February 20 through March 15, 2026.
• The event will take place on Fridays through Sundays during this time period.

What’s next

Adventure Aquarium Gold and Platinum members will have early access and priority viewing of the first official mermaid dive on Friday, February 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.