Unique Experiences

Located on the banks of the Peconic River and along the Treasure Cove Resort Marina, our waterfront location boasts a stunning background for your photos. In addition to our outdoor spots, there are also many distinctive spots within the Long Island Aquarium that you’ll want to use, especially those with our colorful and captivating aquatic displays. Elaborate architecture, found throughout the facility, will also provide an aesthetic setting for your professional photographs.

Make your special event even more memorable with a private visit and photo session with some of our animals! Get a Sea Lion kiss for the happy couple, for a photo unlike any other. Or celebrate your special day with a visit from one of our African penguins, they love the camera and will strike a pose during this fun photo session. For flowering garden shots, whatever the weather, visit the Butterfly Garden, where it is always tropical and the flowers are blooming and butterflies fluttering. Each experience lasts between 20 and 25 minutes, ask your sales professional about pricing.

Take the ultimate plunge and say “I Do” with the sharks!

Traditional weddings are great, but for the more adventurous couple, or for those who love our apex predators, there’s our Shark Dive Wedding! Our full-face mask keeps your makeup from running and allows everyone the opportunity to marry underwater (you do not need to be scuba certified). The bride will don a white wet suite, the groom’s is formal black and together with our scuba certified minister you’ll enter the cage and head down into our 120,000-gallon habitat with 10 circling sharks and a plethora of tropical fish.

Excited guest will listen and watch from within the shark tunnel as you exchange your vows. Instead of a kiss you’ll complete the ceremony with an underwater high-five, then head back up to the surface for that official kiss and to get ready for your reception. The happy couple will have the opportunity to shower and prepare for their party while their guests enjoy cocktail hour in the Aquarium. The reception will take place in the main aquarium or in our more traditional Sea Star Ballroom overlooking the Peconic River and our marina. A shark dive wedding is unlike any other and one your guests will never forget.

Charter the Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat

Treat your guests to a memorable private cruise aboard the Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat, traveling along the scenic Peconic River to beautiful Flanders Bay. Ideal for corporate outings, celebrations, and special events, each private charter features an excursion up to 90-minutes, designed for comfort, scenery, and connection.

Enhance the experience with curated food offerings such as charcuterie and light fare, along with flexible beverage packages ranging from pre-made signature cocktails to a fully stocked bar. For an added educational element, an aquarium educator can join your cruise to point out local flora and fauna along the way. The Atlantis Explorer accommodates up to 70 guests and is available for both daytime and evening sails.

This experience is seasonal, available in June through September. For pricing, availability, and customization options, please contact your Atlantis Banquets & Events sales associate.

FAQs

What kinds of “unique experiences” can you add to an Atlantis wedding?

Atlantis offers experiences you won’t find at a traditional venue, like photo opportunities with penguins or sea lions, access to aquarium exhibits during your event, and enhancements that incorporate marine life into your celebration. These add-ons are designed to make your wedding feel more like an experience than just a reception.

Can you really take wedding photos with animals like penguins or sea lions?

Yes, we’re known for offering memorable photo opportunities with animals like Kevin, the African penguin and Java, our loveable California sea lion. You can even schedule time in our always-blooming and tropical Butterfly Garden.

Are there interactive experiences for guests during the wedding?

There can be. Depending on your setup, guests may be able to explore aquarium exhibits, view marine life up close, or move through different themed spaces during parts of the event. You can even arrange for your guests to feed the stingrays during your event. It keeps guests engaged and gives them something to do beyond just sitting at tables.

What makes these experiences different from a typical Long Island wedding venue?

Most venues focus on décor and layout, but Atlantis builds the experience around its environment, real marine habitats, waterfront views, and interactive exhibits. Instead of bringing in entertainment, the venue itself becomes part of the entertainment.

Can you really get married in the Shark Exhibit?

Yes, you can actually exchange vows inside the 120,000-gallon shark habitat. Atlantis offers a one-of-a-kind Shark Dive Wedding experience where couples enter the tank in full gear and get married underwater while guests watch from the viewing area. It’s a truly unforgettable option for couples who want something completely different, and even if you don’t go that route, the aquarium setting still brings that same wow factor to your day.