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Become a Member Today!

We invite you to become a Friends of the Waikīkī Aquarium (FOWA) member today! As
a FOWA member, you’re supporting the Aquarium’s mission to inspire and promote
understanding, appreciation and conservation of Pacific marine life.

Members also enjoy unlimited admission to the Aquarium for an entire year as well as
opportunities for participation in unique and educational Aquarium-sponsored activities
and events.

By joining the FOWA ʻohana, you make it possible for the Aquarium to maintain its
spectacular marine exhibits, launch new and exciting exhibits, offer engaging programs
and classes to students of all ages, and expand efforts to conserve and preserve
marine life. Membership contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

Become a Member
Become a Member

Membership Benefits

  • A full year of free, unlimited admission to the Aquarium (Members must show a valid photo ID and membership card to receive their free admission)
  • Free salt water pick-up for home/office aquariums
  • Kilo i‘a Membership Publication
  • Rental of the Aquarium for evening events (based on availability)
  • Invitations to exclusive Member-only Aquarium events
  • Advance notice and discounted ticket prices for special events including the Ke Kani O Ke Kai summer concert series
  • Discounts to and advance notification of classes and educational programs
  • Discount at the gift shop (exclusions apply)
  • Free or discounted admission to select zoos and aquariums across the country (subject to change)

We invite you to join us!

 
For more information, call or visit us (Mondays – Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. HST) or send us an email at membership@waikikiaquarium.org.

Already a member and need to renew your membership?
If so, please complete a Membership Application Form using one of the methods listed above. Indicate your membership renewal by checking the corresponding box and submit it to us today to continue your benefits!

Give Membership

Give the gift of a Waikīkī Aquarium Membership!

Looking for the perfect gift for that special friend, family member, or marine life enthusiast on your list that keeps on giving? A membership to the Waikīkī Aquarium is sure to keep the gift recipient swimming with glee all year long!

When you purchase a gift membership, you can choose whether to have the membership packet (including member ID cards and welcome information) sent directly to the recipient or sent to you for in-person gift giving.

Gift memberships can also be personalized with a marine-themed message from you to the recipient.

Support the Waikīkī Aquarium

The Waikīkī Aquarium welcomes support from individuals, organizations, companies, and foundations to sustain educational programs, conservation efforts, research initiatives, exhibits, and facilities.

You can donate to our membership organization, Friends of the Waikīkī Aquarium, or through the University of Hawaiʻi Foundation (10% withheld).


Donate to FOWA

Make check payable to Friends of the Waikīkī Aquarium


Donate to UH Foundation

Make check payable to Waikīkī Aquarium – University of Hawaiʻi Foundation

Membership Levels

 

Best Value! FAMILY PLUS

Two adults and their children under 18 years of age residing in the same household, plus FREE admission for two guests per visit when accompanied by member.

FAMILY

Two adults and their children under 18 years of age residing in the same household.

GRANDPARENTS

Two grandparents and up to six grandchildren under 18 years of age.

INDIVIDUAL

One individual cardholder.

SENIOR

One individual cardholder: 65+ years

PLUS ONE

Member may add to their existing membership an additional member of their household not currently covered by their membership (babysitter/nanny/grandparent).


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2777 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

(808) 923-9741

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