Weddings at the Texas State Aquarium

At the Texas State Aquarium, our event staff is committed to making your wedding, prom, or special event dreams a reality. From a breathtaking view of the Corpus Christi Bay to a close-up view of our sharks, you are sure to find the perfect venue space for your special day. At the Aquarium, we offer an all-inclusive event, as well as enhancements and add-ons to ensure your wedding or event is unforgettable.

*Please note that we are currently only offering receptions

Elegant wedding reception hall with round tables, white chairs, and large floral centerpieces. Soft purple and blue lighting creates a romantic ambiance, and candles add a warm glow to the table setting.

Venues

Whether you are looking for outside or inside, dark or light, we have the venue space for exactly what you need. Check out the video below for a virtual tour of our spaces at the Aquarium.

A woman in a white, flowing dress stands in front of a large aquarium window, watching a shark and various fish swim near a shipwreck display. Soft light illuminates the scene.
People enjoy food and drinks at outdoor tables near the ocean, with palm trees, umbrellas, and a boardwalk in the background. The atmosphere is lively and relaxed, with a clear sky and warm lighting.

Water’s Edge Boardwalk

300 seated, 500 strolling

The breezy Water’s Edge Boardwalk highlights our exterior space behind the Aquarium directly on Corpus Christi Bay.

A round table with a white tablecloth is set for five, each place with red napkins and silverware. A tall centerpiece with ornaments is in the middle. Large aquarium windows with rocks and fish are in the background.

Living Shores

250 seated, 400 strolling

Immerse your guests in the Aquarium’s largest exhibit chain which includes shore birds, hermit crab and shark touch pools,…


Rows of white chairs are set up outdoors facing a statue near the waterfront, with the ocean, umbrellas, and distant city buildings visible under a clear blue sky.

Gulf Experience

550 seated, 900 strolling

The Gulf of Mexico Experience combines the best of both worlds: Water’s Edge Boardwalk AND Living Shores!…

A long dining table set with plates, glasses, and silverware sits beside a large aquarium tank filled with coral, fish, and sharks in an elegantly lit room.

H-E-B Caribbean Shark Exhibit

150 seated, 200 strolling

*No DJ or Live music in this space; only music that can be played through our audio system is permitted

A bright, modern café with large windows and a glass ceiling, featuring white tables and chairs, blue carpet, potted plants, and a sign reading Canopy. Sunlight floods the open, airy space.

Canopy

150 seated

Canopy rental includes access to the Caribbean Journey Exhibit Floor until 10pm.
*Restaurant space…

Elegant wedding reception hall with round tables, white chairs, and large floral centerpieces. Soft purple and blue lighting creates a romantic ambiance, and candles add a warm glow to the table setting.

CITGO Skyline Venue

300 seated, 400 strolling

Citgo Skyline includes a built-in dance floor, limited audio-visual equipment (projector, microphone,…

A group of people in formal attire gather indoors under colorful lights. Some stand by a railing, smiling and chatting, while others mingle in the background. The atmosphere is festive and elegant.

Caribbean Journey

650 seated, 900 strolling

Features all three levels of the Caribbean Journey building, including the H-E-B Caribbean Sea Shark Exhibit, Canopy, Citgo Skyline, and Caribbean Jungle exhibit space.

A banquet hall decorated for an event, featuring round tables with white tablecloths, turquoise napkins, glassware, and festive centerpieces. A decorated Christmas tree is in the background near large windows.

Entire Aquarium

1,200 guests seated, 3,000 guests strolling

Includes access to the entire aquarium
*Access to Dolphin Bay Underwater Viewing Area ends at 8 pm
*Access to Caribbean Journey Exhibit Floor ends at 10 pm

What’s included?
  • Tables/Chairs
  • Parking
  • Limited AV Equipment
  • Security & Housekeeping
  • Bar Service
  • Catering – Our onsite catering serves gourmet meals and saves you the complication of hiring an outside caterer.
  • Cake Cutting
  • Tasting – *Food and beverage minimums apply

P-EBT, WIC, and other assistance cards are NOT accepted. The only accepted cards are those that say “LONE STAR CARD”

Catering

Our onsite catering serves gourmet meals and saves you the complication of hiring an outside caterer.

Please view our full catering menu here.

A close-up of small appetizer bites on round crackers, topped with cooked meat, diced vegetables, and garnished with fresh greens, arranged on a parchment-lined surface.
A wire basket lined with a white cloth is filled with assorted bread rolls, including plain, seeded, and poppy-seed varieties, with some rolls spilling onto a dark tabletop.
Mini dessert cups with layers of white cream, red fruit sauce, and crumbled topping, each served with a small wooden spoon and garnished with a mint leaf on a white tray.
Two rectangular white plates display a gourmet dish featuring grilled shrimp, sausage slices, and microgreens, garnished with herbs. The plates are placed on a blue surface beside a wooden decorative box.
A close-up of a bowl filled with golden-brown, crispy fried dumplings garnished with fresh green herbs. The dumplings appear freshly made and are piled on top of each other.
Small wooden bowls filled with fresh green salad, croutons, and grated cheese are arranged on rustic metal shelves, ready to be served.
A close-up of a dessert plate featuring a golden-brown pastry with caramel sauce next to a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, with similar plates blurred in the background.
A small pastry filled with mixed berries sits on a gray plate, topped with powdered sugar, next to a swirl of whipped cream and garnished with a mint leaf. Berry sauce is spread underneath the pastry.
A buffet table with a tray of cut waffles in the foreground and various toppings, such as fruit and syrups, arranged in bowls further down the table.

Questions?

Call 361.653.2627 or Email [email protected]

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