Nauti Nite is Almost Here!

– Don’t Miss Out on Newport’s Most Dazzling Night!

Nauti Nite is our annual 21+ Aquarium night-tide hours fundraising event! Join us for our 19th annual Nauti Nite, featuring a diverse ar-ray of delicious food vendors, a surplus of splashy drinks, and sand-sational company! All the while, you’ll be shell-ebrating a great cause! By attending, you’ll be directly impacting the education programs and conservation efforts of WAVE Foundation. This meaningful work inspires youth, improves community standards, and champions sustainability for future generations!

Nauti Nite Has It All!

Nauti Nite is incomparable for a reason. Your ticket includes dinner by the bite from 20 local restaurants and open bars throughout the Aquarium! You and your guests will love exploring through the silent auction filled with unique items, live entertainment, raffles, a silent disco, and live animal encounters🐢🐧🐊

More info about the night’s events and tickets & registration can be found below!

Tickets / Registration:

RETURNING 2025: Tiered Pricing & Early Bird Special

OPEN NOW – August 15th – Tier 3 :
$150 for general admission; $140 GA for Newport Aquarium members, volunteers, and employees.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE:

Don’t miss the VIP Pre-Party!

More time for fun with a 6:00pm start time! Live music by Jeff Workman, a specialty cocktail, delicious appetizers, an amazing live auction and paddle raise, all with a beautiful room from Newport Aquarium’s Riverside Room!

Thank you to our 2025 SUSTAINABLE SEAS SPONSOR:

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Paint the Town BLUE!

Guests are encouraged to wear BLUE to show their support for ocean conservation!
All guests must be at least 21 to attend.

Dinner

Get your eat on this Nauti Night! Scattered throughout the aquarium, there will be stations full of snacks and goodies. These vendors will provide unlimited plates of treats so you can eat by the bite! Food will be provided by local restaurants like Mazunte and many more. Please support our food sponsors by checking them out at the bottom of the page.

Drinks

Nauti Night is proudly supported by a variety of beverage sponsors, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options for guests to enjoy. Stay refreshed with tea and lemonade provided by Raising Cane’s, or explore a selection of alcoholic beverages from sponsors like Sonder Brewing, Purple Toad Winery, and more. For a full list of participating drink sponsors, please see the bottom of the page!

Silent Auction

Starting September 26th and ending on Nauti Nite, WAVE Foundation will be hosting a silent auction, offering products from local tristate businesses, rare experiences, handcrafted art (paintings, stained glass, and jewelry), themed baskets, and even trips / excursions! The silent auction will be hosted on an external website that can be found HERE: NAUTI NITE SILENT AUCTION

Buyers will be awarded their winnings AT Nauti Nite, October 3rd. There’s something for everyone, so make sure you check out our silent auction!

For our VIP Pre-Party Experience, there will also be a Live Auction! If you’re interested, check out our VIP Pre-Party package above!

Silent Disco

Choose your playlist and dance the night away—without disturbing those around you! Nauti Nite is excited to present a Silent Disco, where the music comes straight to your headphones. Unlike traditional concerts, this unique experience keeps the volume personal and the aquarium peaceful. Whether you’re into country, EDM, or anything in between, there’s a playlist for every vibe. Pick your favorite and get your groove on at Nauti Nite’s Silent Disco!

Animal Encounters

Throughout the aquarium, guests can enjoy a variety of aquatic life on display in our many tanks. In addition, there may be special animal encounters taking place outside of the tanks. These encounters may include reptiles, penguins, and other fascinating species, along with engaging, hands-on educational opportunities. Get ready to celebrate and learn at this unforgettable Nauti Nite!