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  • October 2026

  • Sun 25
    Kayaks by river at night.

    Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

    Featured October 25 @ 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

    Start your day off right with a guided kayak tour of Sarasota Bay. Paddle across shallow seagrass beds and take in the wildlife that depends on this ecosystem. Soak up some sun as we look for dolphins, manatees, birds and more! Ages 12 and older, participants 12 through 17 years of age must be accompanied …

  • Mon 26
    Kayaks by river at night.

    Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

    Featured October 26 @ 6:30 am - 8:15 pm Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

    Start your day off right with a guided kayak tour of Sarasota Bay. Paddle across shallow seagrass beds and take in the wildlife that depends on this ecosystem. Soak up some sun as we look for dolphins, manatees, birds and more! Ages 12 and older, participants 12 through 17 years of age must be accompanied …

  • Tue 27

    Homeschool Days

    Featured October 27 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Homeschool Day at Mote (Sarasota)
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

      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 …

  • Tue 27

    Mote A-Scare-ium

    Featured October 27 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Celebrate the Halloween season during Mote A-scare-ium! Join us for this family friendly event at Mote Science Education Aquarium for face painting by Akiko, candy for trick-or-treaters, educational eco-stations, music by DJ Lira, and a scavenger hunt that continues throughout the week. After A-scare-ium, head over to Nathan Benderson Park's Trick-or-Treat on the Lake. *A-scare-ium …

  • Wed 28

    Homeschool Days

    Featured October 28 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Homeschool Day at Mote (Sarasota)
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

      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 …

  • Thu 29

    Homeschool Days

    Featured October 29 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Homeschool Day at Mote (Sarasota)
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

      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 …

  • Sat 31
    Wentzscope

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science

    Featured October 31 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm Mote SEA Drop-In Science
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop in for hands-on, dive-in, science fun! Held on select dates throughout the year, each session features a different quick activity or mini-exploration led by Mote educators that is perfect for curious kids and families who want to discover something new about our oceans in just a splash of time. Themes …

    $10
  • Sat 31
    Guests dine in the expansive Exploration Hall at Mote Science Education Aquarium during Oceanic Evening 2025

    Oceanic Evening 2026

    Featured October 31 @ 6:15 pm
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    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 …

  • November 2026

  • Sun 1
    Wentzscope

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science

    Featured November 1 @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Mote SEA Drop-In Science
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop in for hands-on, dive-in, science fun! Held on select dates throughout the year, each session features a different quick activity or mini-exploration led by Mote …

    $10
  • Tue 3
    Pastel watercolor illustrations of four colorful jellyfish floating against a light blue underwater background. Large teal letters spell “JELLYFISH” diagonally across the center, while a purple sidebar on the left displays “VIRTUAL EVENTS” vertically in white letters.

    Jellyfish WAVE

    Featured November 3 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Get your jelly jam on for World Jellyfish Day. Join us for a free virtual jamboree featuring the weird and wonderful world of jellies at the Mote Science Education Aquarium. …

    Free
  • Sat 7
    Mote Staff and Shark Pup Attendee

    Mote SEA Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Featured November 7 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    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 …

    $25
  • Tue 10

    Homeschool Days

    Featured November 10 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Homeschool Day at Mote (Sarasota)
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

      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, …

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        • Sarasota
        • Mote Aquaculture Research Park
        • Florida Keys
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        • Research Library & Archives
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        • Internships
        • Protect Our Reefs Grant
        • Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program
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    • Explore Mote
      • Mote SEA — new Aquarium
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      • Aquarium
        • Mote SEA — new Aquarium
        • All Visitor Locations
        • Accessibility
        • Animal Encyclopedia
        • Adopt an Animal
        • Gift Guide
      • Experiences
        • Kayaking Programs
        • Kids & Families
        • Schools & Groups
        • Eco Boat Tours
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        • Signature Events
        • Host an Event
        • Weddings & Proposals
        • Birthday Parties
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    • Attend Education Events
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        • Schools & Groups
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