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Locals Week: Free Monterey Bay Aquarium Admission

The annual Community Open House week for Santa Cruz, Monterey or San Benito County locals will run from Dec. 7 to Dec. 15.

Monterey Bay Aquarium guests at a sea otters exhibit.
Monterey Bay Aquarium guests at a sea otters exhibit. (Tyson V. Rininger/Monterey Bay Aquarium)

MONTEREY, CA — Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Benito County locals will get free access to the Monterey Bay Aquarium during its annual Community Open House from Saturday, Dec. 7 to Sunday, Dec. 15. Present a photo ID with a local address, student ID or other document showing proof of local residence to gain access at the main entrance.

The aquarium is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bilingual programs will be available both weekends.

Read more about the Community Open House in this press release.

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