DENVER ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Denver’s Shark Meet and Greet — Behind the Glass with the City’s Largest Sharks
A concise, behind-the-scenes 20–30 minute session at the Downtown Aquarium where biologists guide guests through feeding and training demonstrations—this guide distills what to expect and how to prepare.
Denver’s Shark Meet and Greet — Behind the Glass with the City’s Largest Sharks.
Step into the staff-only spaces of the Downtown Aquarium in Denver for a close, educational encounter with some of Colorado’s largest sharks. Led by aquarium biologists, the Shark Meet and Greet pairs hands-on feeding opportunities with live training demonstrations, offering a fast, memorable look at animal care and behavior.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Feed Colorado’s Largest Sharks
Participants join aquarium biologists to feed some of the largest sharks in the state from an exclusive, behind-the-scenes vantage, combining close observation with direct involvement in meal delivery.
Zebra Shark Training Session
The program includes a hands-on Zebra shark training session, letting guests see first-hand how staff train animals and reinforce behaviors used in husbandry and care.
Above-Water Vantage Feeding Observations
Beyond the hands-on portion, attendees watch additional sharks receive their meals from an above-water vantage point, expanding the view from individual training to broader feeding routines.
What the day feels like
What the Meet-and-Greet Feels Like
The session is compact and focused: you join aquarium biologists behind the scenes, take part in a Zebra shark training and feeding, then observe the rest of the shark collection being fed from an above-water platform. It’s an immersive, educational slice of daily husbandry—short in duration but rich in animal behavior and interpretation.
THE EXPERIENCE
Feed Colorado’s Largest Sharks
Participants join aquarium biologists to feed some of the largest sharks in the state from an exclusive, behind-the-scenes vantage, combining close observation with direct involvement in meal delivery.
THE TRAINING
Zebra Shark Training Session
The program includes a hands-on Zebra shark training session, letting guests see first-hand how staff train animals and reinforce behaviors used in husbandry and care.
THE VIEW
Above-Water Vantage Feeding Observations
Beyond the hands-on portion, attendees watch additional sharks receive their meals from an above-water vantage point, expanding the view from individual training to broader feeding routines.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should make other plans.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Shark Meet and Greet runs approximately 20–30 minutes.
The experience meets in Denver, CO at the Downtown Aquarium; confirm exact on-site meeting location when you book.
General Admission is free for Aquarium Members and Denver CityPass holders; verify ticketing and membership benefits with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Shark Meet and Greet last?
The program lasts about 20–30 minutes.
Where does the meet and greet take place?
The meeting location is in Denver, CO at the Downtown Aquarium.
Is there an age minimum or chaperone requirement?
The experience is for ages 6 and up; participants under 18 must be accompanied by paying adults.
Will I get to feed sharks or see training?
Yes — guests feed some of the aquarium’s largest sharks, participate in a Zebra shark training session, and observe other sharks being fed from an above-water vantage point.
Do aquarium members or CityPass holders receive complimentary admission?
General Admission is free for Aquarium Members and Denver CityPass holders; check with the aquarium for booking details and membership verification.