Winter’s Wonderland
Nov. 16 – Jan. 6. Join us for a splashingly great holiday celebration at Clearwater Marine Aquarium!
- Experience Winter’s Wonderland with lights and decorations all around the aquarium.
- See the holiday-themed habitats and wish happy holidays to our resident animals!
- Watch and interact with SCUBA Santa and his elves as they dive underwater in Mavis’s Rescue Hideaway!
We are a unique organization specializing in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick or injured marine animals. The animals that come through our doors arrive because they are suffering from an illness or severe injury. Many of our animals are found by local residents, fishermen, park rangers or even visitors to the area.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working marine rescue center dedicated to inspiring the human spirit through leadership in education, research, rescue, rehabilitation and release. CMA is home to rescued dolphins, sea turtles, river otters, stingrays, nurse sharks and more. One of our world-famous residents is Winter the Dolphin. Winter’s story has inspired millions around the world in the major motion picture, Dolphin Tale, and the sequel, Dolphin Tale 2.
Learn MoreWinter’s Wonderland
Nov. 16 – Jan. 6. Join us for a splashingly great holiday celebration at Clearwater Marine Aquarium!
- Experience Winter’s Wonderland with lights and decorations all around the aquarium.
- See the holiday-themed habitats and wish happy holidays to our resident animals!
- Watch and interact with SCUBA Santa and his elves as they dive underwater in Mavis’s Rescue Hideaway!
Marine Life Rescue
We are a unique organization specializing in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick or injured marine animals. The animals that come through our doors arrive because they are suffering from an illness or severe injury. Many of our animals are found by local residents, fishermen, park rangers or even visitors to the area.
About Us
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working marine rescue center dedicated to inspiring the human spirit through leadership in education, research, rescue, rehabilitation and release. CMA is home to rescued dolphins, sea turtles, river otters, stingrays, nurse sharks and more. One of our world-famous residents is Winter the Dolphin. Winter’s story has inspired millions around the world in the major motion picture, Dolphin Tale, and the sequel, Dolphin Tale 2.
Learn More
Donate to Make a Difference
There are many ways to support Clearwater Marine Aquarium and our mission. It is your generous support – through your visit or one of our donation programs – that allows us to continue our work.
Our Mission
We believe in preserving our environment while inspiring the human spirit through leadership in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life; environmental education; research; and conservation. We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
