Fort Fisher Aquarium Marks NC Aquariums’ 50th Anniversary With Wilmington Event
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is celebrating the 50th anniversary of NC Aquariums with a free public event at Discovery Bay, located inside Independence Mall in Wilmington, NC, featuring mermaids and marine life.
Wilmington, NC, October 21, 2026 —
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is marking the 50th anniversary of NC Aquariums with a free public event at Discovery Bay, an attraction inside Independence Mall in Wilmington.
The event is described as featuring mermaids and marine life. The information provided does not specify whether the mermaids will appear in a performance, meet-and-greet or another format, nor does it detail which marine animals or activities visitors can expect.
Further event details were not provided, including the date, start and end times, registration requirements, age guidance or whether any activities require separate admission. The announcement identifies the event as free and public, but does not clarify whether that applies to all activities at Discovery Bay or to entry into the mall.
The celebration recognizes the 50th anniversary of NC Aquariums. The information available does not state when the anniversary falls, whether other locations are holding related events, or how long the Fort Fisher celebration will run.
Discovery Bay is located inside Independence Mall in Wilmington, while the event is being presented by the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. No additional details about the aquarium’s anniversary programming or the event’s schedule were provided.
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