National Aquarium

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,500

Guest capacity

Up to 120 seated guests



About this venue

With breathtaking views of Baltimore's Inner Harbor and more than a dozen award-winning exhibits, the National Aquarium provides a magical and memorable backdrop for your special occasion. A number of spacious locations are available for you and your guests, making the Aquarium the ideal place for weddings, corporate events, meetings, team-building sessions, fundraising galas, holiday parties and any other special occasion!


Our event spaces

Pier 3: Blue Wonders Building

A unique and beautiful destination style experience right here at Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

Transport your guests to an underwater world for an unforgettable experience in Blue Wonders, home to thousands of unique aquatic animals. Enjoy a private strolling cocktail hour through four floors of award-winning exhibits before descending through our Atlantic Coral Reef and Shark Alley. Enjoy the immersive view of an Indo-Pacific reef in the Blacktip Reef underwater viewing area before gathering for dinner or a reception as you take in stunning views of Baltimore's iconic Inner Harbor.

Guest capacity

Up to 130 Seated

Up to 130 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Engagement party, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Space rental fees include a private rental of up to four hours, access to exhibits, staff (on-site day-of manager, security and hosts, as needed), plus use of our existing tables and chairs, podium with mic, and small screen. For weddings, a rehearsal during normal business hours Monday through Friday is included.

Room cost

$5,500

Pier 4: Marine Mammal Pavilion

The Dolphin Pavilion is among the most unique spaces in all of Maryland.

Host your event in the company of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and jellies at the Marine Mammal Pavilion in our Pier 4 building. After touring, you will walk across our interior sky bridge to your private event space in Pier 4, where you'll continue the evening with dinner, drinks, music, dancing and more. Consider the underwater viewing area in Dolphin Discovery for an opening cocktail hour or dessert and coffee service you'll never forget!

Guest capacity

Up to 130 Seated

Up to 130 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Space rental fees include a private rental of up to four hours, access to exhibits, staff (on-site day-of manager, security and hosts, as needed), plus use of our existing tables and chairs, podium with mic, and small screen. For weddings, a rehearsal during normal business hours Monday through Friday is included.

Pier 3: Blue Wonders Building

A unique and beautiful destination style experience right here at Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

Transport your guests to an underwater world for an unforgettable experience in Blue Wonders, home to thousands of unique aquatic animals. Enjoy a private strolling cocktail hour through four floors of award-winning exhibits before descending through our Atlantic Coral Reef and Shark Alley. Enjoy the immersive view of an Indo-Pacific reef in the Blacktip Reef underwater viewing area before gathering for dinner or a reception as you take in stunning views of Baltimore's iconic Inner Harbor.

Guest capacity

Up to 130 Seated

Up to 130 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Engagement party, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Space rental fees include a private rental of up to four hours, access to exhibits, staff (on-site day-of manager, security and hosts, as needed), plus use of our existing tables and chairs, podium with mic, and small screen. For weddings, a rehearsal during normal business hours Monday through Friday is included.

Room cost

$5,500

Pier 4: Marine Mammal Pavilion

The Dolphin Pavilion is among the most unique spaces in all of Maryland.

Host your event in the company of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and jellies at the Marine Mammal Pavilion in our Pier 4 building. After touring, you will walk across our interior sky bridge to your private event space in Pier 4, where you'll continue the evening with dinner, drinks, music, dancing and more. Consider the underwater viewing area in Dolphin Discovery for an opening cocktail hour or dessert and coffee service you'll never forget!

Guest capacity

Up to 130 Seated

Up to 130 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Space rental fees include a private rental of up to four hours, access to exhibits, staff (on-site day-of manager, security and hosts, as needed), plus use of our existing tables and chairs, podium with mic, and small screen. For weddings, a rehearsal during normal business hours Monday through Friday is included.


Available services that can be provided by National Aquarium

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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An in-person visit can be arranged though we highly recommend that you take the virtual tour in our profile to view our space before reaching out to our events specialists. Our specialists will confirm availability and can offer a courtesy hold for up to two weeks at no cost.
Space rental fees include a private rental of up to four hours, access to exhibits, staff (on-site day-of manager, security and hosts, as needed), plus use of our existing tables and chairs, podium with mic, and small screen. For weddings, a rehearsal during normal business hours Monday through Friday is included.
A fantastic way to support the National Aquarium is to host your event with us! Donating to the National Aquarium is another powerful and impactful way to support us in our mission to inspire conservation of the world’s aquatic treasures. Your donation will help us with our animal rescue, conservation initiatives, and education programs! We thank you for your support!
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main and side entrances, hearing-impaired fire alarm lights, and trained staff.
No. All food and beverage must be provided by our catering partners.
We are able to host wedding ceremony and reception events from September after Labor day through March.
From April through August the National Aquarium has later operating hours for daytime visitors. During these times we have limited availability to host evening events.
Although the Aquarium does not operate its own parking facility, we have two official parking partners nearby. Tickets pulled from both Parkway Lockwood Place & the LAZ Inner Harbor Garage can be validated for a discount to Aquarium guests. Prepaid parking can be arranged for wedding guests.