Community Days:Presented by H-E-B and Whataburger

November 5, 2020

Community Days, November 9th-13th, Presented by H-E-B and Whataburger Offers Admission to Texas State Aquarium for $2

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – On November 9^th-13^th, the Texas State Aquarium will host families for Community Days, presented by H-E-B and Whataburger. On H-E-B and Whataburger Community Days, admission to the Aquarium is just $2 per person, allowing everyone to experience the Aquarium’s exhibits at a deeply discounted rate.

In these challenging times, it is more important than ever to come together for what matters. While we are all working through the COVID-19 pandemic, the Texas State Aquarium and our partners, H-E-B and Whataburger, are here to support our community. Our November Community Days program has been expanded to five weekdays of discounted admission and extended hours of operation. Community Days $2 admission gives access to all the Aquarium’s exhibits, including a 400,000-gallon shark exhibit, Dolphin Bay, the Caribbean Journey jungle, and other indoor and outdoor displays of more than 400 other species from land and sea.

“This year, the Aquarium, with the support of our generous partners H-E-B and Whataburger, are excited to offer five days of discounted admissions to the community, in lieu of a single Community Day. Extending this event over a five-day period will help reduce crowding and keep capacity below the 75% maximum, while providing the community expanded access to the Aquarium.” – Texas State Aquarium President & CEO Tom Schmid.

“H-E-B is thrilled to once again offer families an opportunity to visit the aquarium and create some fun memories.  We hope these few Community Days will allow families to pick a day to escape and learn more about their environment,”  commented H-E-B Public Affairs Senior Manager, Regina Garcia

“The Texas State Aquarium is a special place – something every person in South Texas can be proud of while they learn, have fun and discover sea life up close,” said Jeff Altman, Director of Sponsorships for Whataburger. “In a year when many of us could use some adventure, this partnership allows more people to explore the Aquarium’s exhibits through discounted admission.”

Hours for November 9^th-13^th Community Days are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Children 2 and under will receive free admission. Regular presentations will not be provided. Tickets are available for sale on-site on Community Days only. There are no tickets available for purchase in advance or online.

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The Texas State Aquarium (TSA), the Official Aquarium of the State of Texas, is a private, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) institution that is fully accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Its mission is to engage people with animals, inspire appreciation for our seas and support wildlife conservation.  TSA provides high-quality science education about marine conservation and the habitats and species of the Gulf of Mexico to families primarily in Texas. Recently, it was named the number one cultural attraction in South Texas and one of the Top 20 Aquariums in the nation by TravelChannel.com. Learn more at texasstateaquarium.org.

About H-E-B

H-E-B, with sales of $28 billion, operates more than 400 stores in Texas and Mexico. Known for its innovation and community service, H-E-B celebrates its 115th anniversary this year. Recognized for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience and lowest prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs over 120,000 Partners in Texas and Mexico and serves millions of customers in more than 300 communities. For more information, visit HEB.com and HEB.com/Newsroom. 

About Whataburger

Whataburger has served up its fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly customer service since 1950, when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger as a small roadside burger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. Today, the company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with more than 840 locations in 10 states and sales of more than $2.5 billion annually. Whataburger has 50,000 Family Members (employees) and more than 14 million customers who like to customize their Whataburgers just the way they like it. Newsweek ranked Whataburger second on its 2021 list of America’s Best Customer Service brands in the Fast Food category. Visit whataburger.com for more information.