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An aquarist interacting with a playful giant Pacific octopus behind the scenes at Monterey Bay Aquarium, with the octopus emerging from the water and its arms entwined with the aquarist’s

Auditorium programs

Caring for the Animals

Length

15 minutes

Location

Auditorium

Ages

All ages

Fees

Free with admission

Experience the heart of our mission in this captivating auditorium film, where we share the compassion and dedication behind our care for animals. Learn how our aquarists work tirelessly to protect, nurture, and enrich the lives of every creature in our care. Auditorium programs are included with your admission. Plan on arriving 10 minutes before the program starts. Late seating is not permitted.

About our auditorium programs

Join our naturalists for stunning multimedia presentations that bring the Aquarium's important work to life. These entertaining and educational 15-minute live presentations share stories of our work to rescue and rehabilitate sea otter pups, study white sharks, explore the deep sea, and more.

Auditorium programs are included with your admission.  Plan on arriving 10 minutes before the program starts. Due to the live nature of these offerings, late seating is not permitted.

More reasons to visit

Making Into the Deep

Join our team on a journey to bring the deep sea to the surface in our groundbreaking exhibition.

Find out more – Making Into the Deep

Mysteries of the Deep

Find out how underwater robots help scientists study the uniquely wonderful creatures of the deep sea.

Find out more – Mysteries of the Deep

Luna: A Sea Otter's Story

Follow the journey of an orphaned sea otter pup who was rescued, raised, and returned to the wild. 

Find out more – Luna: A Sea Otter's Story

Living Light: Bioluminescence

Discover dazzling underwater bioluminescence displays and learn how animals use light to survive.

Find out more – Living Light: Bioluminescence