Visit the Oceanarium

OceanSCARYum

Get ready for a spooktacular time at the OceanSCARYum!

October 31 | 4-8 p.m.

MSUM Oceanarium & Langseth Hall (South Door Entrance)
Everyone is welcome!

Dive into the deep blue abyss as we host our annual OceanSCARYum Halloween event!

What can you expect?

🦈 Lights dimmed and the oceanarium transformed into haunted house, but don’t worry about scares, fish aren’t too good at that!

🐠 Free face painting by MSUM students! 

🐟 Games with prizes! Test your knowledge on some spooky looking fish, help the urchin out on his costume, and try your luck at pick-a-duck! 

🌊 Waiting your turn for other activities? Well, we’ve got you covered there too with coloring and crafts tables!

🍬 And of course… CANDY!

We can't wait to see you there!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: With the exception of Halloween, the Oceanarium will NOT be holding open hours until Early November 2026 in order to properly train our students and make updates for your facility. However, you can still schedule tours!

The Minnesota State Moorhead Oceanarium is available for group tours, provided they are scheduled in advance to ensure staffing. Regular Oceanarium hours are now available check the webpage for details.

Please review the following guidelines before scheduling your tour using the form below.

  1. The Oceanarium is available for scheduled tours weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
  2. Scheduled tours are 50 minutes long.
  3. Tours must be requested two weeks (14 days) in advance to ensure staffing.
  4. Tours cost $7 per person.
  5. Cash or check payments are highly preferred. If a guest must use a card or purchase order, arrangements should be made with the Business Services Department prior to the tour.
  6. Tour groups should include a minimum of 12 people. Groups of fewer than 12 people may be arranged for a $60 fee.
  7. Tour groups may not exceed 49 people.
  8. Elevator access is available.
  9. Guests may park in the G4 lot located west of Langseth Hall. As 6th Avenue South is currently closed for construction, guests are encouraged to enter the G4 lot from the north (5th Ave S). There is no cost for parking.

Would you like to schedule a group tour? Fill out the form below.

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. We encourage you to complete the optional fields as well. Your responses will help us tailor your experience to your interests and needs!

Would you like to schedule a group tour? Fill out the form below.

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. We encourage you to complete the optional fields as well. Your responses will help us tailor your experience to your interests and needs!

List your position and the name of your school, organization or business. List 'None' for unaffiliated parties such as families or friend groups.

List your position and the name of your school, organization or business. List 'None' for unaffiliated parties such as families or friend groups.

Maximum capacity is 49 individuals. Larger groups can still attend but a rotation schedule must be arranged.

Maximum capacity is 49 individuals. Larger groups can still attend but a rotation schedule must be arranged.