The Animal Crossing: New Horizons Experience Returns to SEA LIFE in Sydney and Melbourne
18 June 2026
The Animal Crossing: New Horizons experience is returning to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium for its second year, bringing an even more exciting island adventure to fans in 2026. Launching first at SEA LIFE Sydney on Wednesday, 1st July, the limited-time experience invites guests once again to dive into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, completing engaging marine education activities, collecting stamps and spotting the familiar faces of popular characters. Following its Sydney run, the experience will also head to Melbourne later this year, with further details to be announced.
This refreshed activation offers new moments of discovery and deeper engagement for fans and families alike. Guests will embark on their adventure by collecting their Island Excursion Guide before setting off through the aquarium to uncover themed trails inspired by Animal Crossing. Along the way, visitors can:
Discover fun and educational marine-life facts presented by Blathers, the game’s iconic museum curator
Take part in a collectable stamp rally, learning about island villagers including Fang, Stitches and Flip
Spot familiar characters throughout the aquarium in thoughtfully integrated displays
Meet and greet with Isabelle for a special photo opportunity
Complete the experience to receive an exclusive commemorative postcard, a keepsake celebrating their island adventure
Event dates
SEA LIFE Melbourne: more information coming soon