Pancakes with the Penguins and Encounter Programs Appeal to All Ages

The Columbus Day Holiday Weekend is a great time to visit Mystic, CT and the popular Mystic Aquarium. With the special Mystic Pass Plus Card this historical and educational family trip is now even more affordable.

Each card includes one free admission to Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport and the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center, plus a free fountain drink at the Aquarium’s Penguins Café, a free planetarium show at Mystic Seaport, and a free fountain drink at Pequot Café at Mashantucket Pequot Museum.  There are even significant discounts on hotels, restaurants and shopping,

The card is valid until March 31 and can be purchased at http://www.mystic.org/events-discounts/mystic-pass_http://www.mystic.org/events-discounts/mystic-pass.  Prices range from $66.00 for Adults (Ages 18 -64),  $56.00 for Senior (65+), $41.00 for Youth Admission (Ages 6 – 17),  and $20.00 for Children (Ages 3 -5).

The famed Mystic Aquarium, home to New England’s only Beluga Whale Exhibit, will host a “Pancakes with Penguins” breakfast on Columbus Day, Monday, October 13. Join the South African Penguins and special mascot “Petey the Penguin” for a buffet-style breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.  Breakfast includes pancakes with assorted toppings, scrambled eggs, sausages and various beverages.  Reserve now at http://www.mysticaquarium.org/visit/calendar/details/406-pancakes-with-penguins

Experience the thrill of getting up close and personal with a Beluga Whale or a Penguin as a participant in Mystic Aquarium’s distinctive Encounter Programs.  The Aquarium is a pioneer in offering guests a unique, interactive experience that fosters a deeper appreciation for animals at the Aquarium and in the wild.  Penguin Encounters are held on October 12 and 13 and Beluga Encounters take place October 10 -13.  http://www.mysticaquarium.org/animals-and-exhibits/encounter-programs.  Some restrictions may apply.  Prices for the Encounter Programs are in addition to admission to the Aquarium.

Visitors to the Aquarium can also enjoy the captivating “Titanic – 12,450 Below” exhibit and the entertaining sea lion shows.

After experiencing all the excitement of the Mystic Aquarium, be sure to savor the exquisite scenery and leaf peeping on your way to historic Downtown Mystic and the Mystic Seaport.  While at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center visit the 185-foot, stone-and-glass tower that provides sweeping views of the region. For the more adventurous types, walk along the Pequot Hiking Trails for breathtaking views of the fall foliage.

Make this Columbus Day Weekend a Mystic experience the family will never forget.

About Mystic Aquarium
Mystic Aquarium is a division of Sea Research Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, and is counted among the nation’s leading aquariums with more than 3,000 species and an extensive collection of marine mammals, including beluga whales. Mystic Aquarium has been a pioneer in offering guests a variety of up close encounters with a wide range of marine animals. The mission of Sea Research is to inspire people to care for and protect our ocean planet through education, research and exploration.