VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Author's note: the video above is on file from Oct. 15, 2021.
The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is inviting guests to take their Halloween costumes on a trip through its exhibits next weekend.
"Fins & Frights" means a decorated aquarium, trick-or-treat stations, costumed mascots, Halloween photo opportunities and a scavenger hunt, according to spokeswoman Mackenzie Di Nardo.
"Dress up in a costume and join us for a spook-tacular journey through the Aquarium, hauntingly decked for the occasion," she wrote. "Families are encouraged to bring a reusable trick-or-treat bag to fill with fang-tastic treats."
You do have to buy tickets to visit, and children need an adult to supervise their visit. The event runs from 6-8:30 p.m. on Oct. 29-30.
The aquarium is trying to cut back on any possible spread of COVID-19 by having one-way foot traffic, face masks for staff members and rigorous cleaning practices.