Turtle Day 10AM — 3PM, April 10 & 11, 2026

The Marine Science Center’s popular Turtle Day celebration is expanding this year into a FREE two-day event, offering visitors more opportunities to experience sea turtle conservation, wildlife encounters and family activities.

Turtle Day will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11, at the Marine Science Center, 100 Lighthouse Drive in Ponce Inlet. Admission is free both days!

The event highlights the center’s work rehabilitating injured sea turtles and seabirds while giving visitors an up-close look at local marine life. Animal rehabilitation staff will demonstrate how injured wildlife is treated, and children can participate in a hands-on “Triage Tent” activity to learn the steps involved in helping an injured turtle recover.

Throughout both days, staff will present live animal and environmental programs, and regional conservation groups will share information about projects in the area. Additional activities include children’s crafts, food and beverages, environmental-themed vendors and live music.

Visitors can also explore the center’s touch pool featuring cownose rays, Atlantic stingrays and guitarfish, with feeding presentations held throughout the day.

Parking:

Due to the event’s popularity and limited on-site parking, attendees are urged to take advantage of off-site parking and shuttle services:

Free parking will be available at Lighthouse Point Park, where visitors may either enjoy a short walk to the Marine Science Center or ride a shuttle van that will provide continuous service between the park and the event.

Additional parking will also be available behind the 7-Eleven at 4618 S. Atlantic Ave. in Ponce Inlet. Two shuttle buses will transport visitors directly to and from the event throughout the day.

On-site parking at the Marine Science Center on Lighthouse Drive will be limited to individuals with valid handicap parking permits.

To accommodate the event, the boat ramp and boat trailer parking lot will be closed April 10 and 11.

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• For more information or to reserve your spot please email turtletots@volusia.org.
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