A Magical Mississippi Christmas

A Magical Mississippi Christmas Presented by Gulfport Coca-Cola® Bottling Company, UNITED is a BRAND-NEW holiday event featuring a mesmerizing projection mapping show where the Aquatic Wonders building comes to life to tell the story of "A Penguin's Christmas Wish"!

Go on a journey with four animated penguins as they embark on an adventure across Mississippi in this larger-than-life Christmas spectacular.

SEAsonal surprises await visitors each night with a one-of-a-kind nighttime dolphin presentation, diving elves, Bayou the Otter appearances, and so much more!

ADDED VALUE OFFERING - STARTING FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6:

Tickets purchased December 6-December 15 will also be able to be used at Gulfport Harbor Lights Festival the same day.

Tickets purchased December 16-23 have the option of an ADD-ON of a Gulfport Harbor Lights Festival ticket for a $5 ADD-ON Price.

Tickets purchased December 26-December 31 will also be able to be used at Gulfport Harbor Lights Festival the same day.

Guests who purchase Gulfport Harbor Lights tickets for December 6-15 or December 26-31 will receive admission to our NIGHTTIME Magical Mississippi Christmas event at Mississippi Aquarium INCLUDED in their ticket. Just present your receipt to the Gate for verification and to be admitted.

Photo opportunities with Santa are available periodically throughout the night until December 23^rd... because he has work to do!

Join us this Christmas for a unique and unforgettable family-fun experience that is SHORE to be your new holiday tradition!

Projection mapping show is scheduled every half hour until event end, starting at 6:30pm.

Be sure to visit Pelican Pointe Café and the Gulf Shop to check out their holiday offerings!

Check out the Candy Cane Corner tent on Fridays and Saturdays for festive and FEASTable options including: BBQ Plates, Mississippi Gumbo, A Build Your Own Hot Cocoa Station and Holiday Cookie Decorating Kits!

A Magical Mississippi Christmas is a separate event offering with special pricing. Annual Pass Holders receive a huge discount at the gate.

Tickets can be purchased online below or at the gate. Proceeds from this event go toward the on-campus habitat for our endangered African Penguins.

Mississippi Aquarium is still open daily at the regular rate, with holiday hours of 12:00pm to 4:30pm. Campus will close at 4:30pm each day and then reopen for A Magical Mississippi Christmas.

A Magical Mississippi Christmas will NOT be open on December 11^th, December 24^th, and December 25^th.
Guests who purchase Gulfport Harbor Lights Tickets for December 11^th and December 25^th can present their receipt at MSAQ for admission on a later date.

Holiday Evening Schedule

Mississippi Aquarium will close their admission at 9:30pm each night.

• Monday, December 9 - 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Tuesday, December 10 - 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Wednesday, December 11 – CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE EVENT
• Thursday, December 12 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Friday, December 13 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $20 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Saturday, December 14 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $20 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Sunday, December 15 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission

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• Monday, December 16 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Tuesday, December 17 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Wednesday, December 18 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Thursday, December 19 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Friday, December 20 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $20 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Saturday, December 21 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $20 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Sunday, December 22 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!

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• Monday, December 23 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- ADD Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission for just $5 per ticket!
• Tuesday, December 24 – CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS
• Wednesday, December 25 – CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS
• Thursday, December 26 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Friday, December 27 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $20 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Saturday, December 28 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $20 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Sunday, December 29 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission

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• Monday, December 30 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission
• Tuesday, December 31 – 5:30pm – 10:00pm
  Adults - $15 | Children - $5
  -- Includes Gulfport Harbor Lights Admission

Annual Pass Holders
As an added bonus, Annual Pass holders receive a huge discount on admission to A Magical Mississippi Christmas. This event is not included with Annual Pass benefits. Annual Pass holders can purchase tickets at the gate and must present valid annual pass and ID to receive discounted pricing of $10 for adults and $5 for children.

Ticket Booth
Event entrance closes one hour prior to the end of the event.

Parking
The Coast Transit Authority Parking Garage adjacent to the Mississippi Aquarium will be available for parking free of charge on the nights of the event.

Special Thanks
This special holiday event is made possible by the generosity of Gulfport Coca-Cola® Bottling Company, UNITED.

Get Discounts!
Visit Froogel’s Grocery Stores to find your $3 off coupon on select bottles of Coca-Cola products. Coupon must be presented at ticketing and the time of purchase and is valid for a discount on up to 6 people in a single transaction.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your friends at Mississippi Aquarium!

Daytime tickets cannot be used for this special nighttime event.
The Aquarium will close to the public at 4:30pm, and gates reopen at 5:30pm for A Magical Mississippi Christmas presented by Gulfport Coca-Cola Bottling Company, UNITED.

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