REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 21, 2026--
The aquarium experience inspired by the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game continues its journey in 2026! Starting Feb. 13, the Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour will appear at new and select returning locations across the U.S. throughout the year.
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When visiting participating aquariums, attendees can expect Animal Crossing: New Horizons themed activities and also experience the variety of aquatic life featured at each aquarium. Planned activities include:
Planned aquariums for this partnership include:
Tickets for the experience are included with the cost of general admission and can be purchased from each aquarium directly.
Waiting for the tour to come to your city? Spend some of that time checking out the game’s latest free content update and the recent launch of the Animal Crossing: New Horizons– Nintendo Switch 2 Edition game, available now for the Nintendo Switch 2 system. This edition features enhanced resolution, mouse control support for a more intuitive decorating experience, an in-game megaphone to call your residents that uses the system microphone and more.
For more information, including tour dates for each location, visit: https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/events/play-events/animal-crossing-aquarium-tour/
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About Animal Crossing: New Horizons: Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find surprises all year round.
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The aquarium experience inspired by the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game continues its journey in 2026! When visiting participating aquariums, attendees can expect Animal Crossing: New Horizons themed activities and also experience the variety of aquatic life featured at each aquarium, including signage throughout the aquarium featuring Blathers and creature descriptions with information from the game.
The aquarium experience inspired by the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game continues its journey in 2026! Starting Feb. 13, the Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour will appear at new and select returning locations across the U.S. throughout the year.
