Join Sea Life Birmingham as the aquarium turns ascarium this October!

Follow an immersive trail to help the witches and warlocks find their missing potion ingredients and discover some of the spookiest creatures of the sea as you explore our underwater world!

Make your way to the Witch’s lair where they will cast their spell to open the treasure chest revealing a special reward!

Animal Crossing: New Horizons | Sea Life Birmingham

• Dates: Saturday 11th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025
• Included with SEA LIFE admission
• Suitable for: Families and grown-ups 
• Location: Sea life Birmingham, The Water's Edge, Brindley Pl, Birmingham, B1 2HL
• Booking: Book tickets here

Help us cast a spell!

• Hunt down the missing potion ingredients!
• Meet the Sea Witch or Warlock in their lair to receive your treat
• Enjoy spooky photo opportunities
• Take part in a fun activity trail and treasure hunt style activities throughout the aquarium
• Enjoy visual games and activities
• Get a reward for completion

Book tickets here

Spooky Sharks After Dark

Join us for a jaw-some spooky experience after dark this Halloween at Sharks After Dark.

Get a private tour of the aquarium after it's closed to the general public and immerse yourself in this one-of-a-kind, spellbinding experience.

For groups of up to 6 people, the SEA LIFE team will help you discover the secrets of SEA LIFE in this ultimate VIP visit. Debunk myths and legends with our expert team, there may be a few tricks and treats along the way!

For a real spooky experience, why not come in your best Halloween costumes? After all, it's Ascarium!

About Sea Life Birmingham

Dive into the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham and come face-to-fin with over 2,000 amazing creatures including the UK’s first and only sea otters, Ozzy and Ola! Marvel at their playful personalities and adorable faces as you get up close to a species never seen before in the UK!

Say hello to our cheeky colony of Gentoo penguins as they dive beneath the freezing waters and play in their icy home before heading to our interactive rockpool where you can learn all about marine life and even stroke a starfish!Journey through an incredible underwater world like no other as you immerse yourself in the UK’s only 360° Ocean Tunnel. Home to sharks, rays and a giant green sea turtle! What will you discover?

Find out more and book tickets here