The Florida Aquarium runs a drop-off program for kids 5-12 — supervised aquatic activities and exhibit time while parents get several kid-free hours, no PTO required. Two dates land this holiday season.
Friday, Nov. 27, 9am-1pm. A Black Friday morning session — a clean window for holiday shopping while the kids are at the Aquarium.
Friday, Dec. 18, 5:30-10pm. An evening session a week before Christmas — a window for wrapping gifts or a parents-only dinner out.
Built specifically as a kids’ program; it is not an event for parents to attend alongside their kids.
Good to know: The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602. $50 per child per session; register online, sales close 48 hours before each date.