Guests can party with the sea stars and learn about marine life and the environment at the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Latin-themed late night, Noche de Estrellas (Night of the Stars), on Friday, March 22, 2019,from 6:30 p.m.to 10:30 p.m.
The Aquarium will remain open late so guests can dance to the sounds of cumbia, rock en Español, salsa, and other Latin rhythmswiththelive bandsand DJs. Noche de Estrellas will feature Aztec dance, crafts, and bilingual educational programs,including a scavenger huntwith prizes, ocean-related activities, and environmental activities—all offered in both English and Spanish.
The event will also feature special programming highlighting the world’s smallest and most critically endangered whale, the vaquita—only 30 remain. Mexican cuisine, beer, wine, cocktails,and refreshments will also be available for guests to purchase. In addition to being immersed in Latin culture, guests can journey through the Pacific Ocean tomeet over 11,000animals at the Aquarium, includinganimals they can touch,from sharks and rays to horseshoe crabs. Please note: The Lorikeet Forest aviary closes at 4:30 p.m.People can enjoy the ambiance of the Aquarium at night for the discounted price of $14.95 per person during this all-ages event.
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WHEN: Friday, March 22, 2019, 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m. DJ Quinto Sol
6:45 p.m. Danza Azteca Cultural Ketzaliztli (Aztec drumming and dance)
7:00 p.m. Environmental puppet show by Laura Castillo and her students (bilingual)
7:15 p.m. Vaquita short film
7:30 p.m. Sonsoles (band)
9:00 p.m. ECNO(band)
Booths include: Los Angeles Zoo, Fish Contamination Education Collaborative, vaquitain formation, and children’s craft
WHERE: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
COST: $14.95 per person and free for Aquarium members and childrenunder age three. Includes event and Aquarium admission (food anddrinks sold separately).
AGES: All ages (21+ with valid I.D. to purchase alcohol)
INFO: 562-590-3100 or
http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/noche_de_estrellas/
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