San Diego flagship lets visitors touch and walk through the wonder of bioluminescent plankton year-round
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Glowing Oceans, an immersive bioluminescent experience showcasing the glowing wonders of nature, today opens limited ticket sales for its breathtaking, first-of-its-kind encounter. Debuting at its flagship location in San Diego, California, Glowing Oceans invites visitors to walk barefoot through glowing waters and watch in awe as each step ignites a dazzling display of living plankton, illuminating an indoor lagoon.
"We've recreated one of nature's most captivating displays in an immersive journey where every footstep lights up the water," said Andy Bass, Creator of Glowing Oceans. "Our goal is to ignite imaginations for visitors of all ages as they explore, play, and discover together, while inspiring a deeper appreciation for the ocean's ecosystems and their importance to planetary health."
Opening June 1, 2025, Glowing Oceans invites guests to step into luminous lagoons where every movement sparks a spectacular living light show. Like witnessing the Northern Lights, bioluminescence is a rare natural wonder that few ever experience. The exhibit spotlights phytoplankton—tiny, plant-like organisms that generate over 50% of the oxygen we breathe and sequester CO2—highlighting their vital role in sustaining life on Earth. Glowing Oceans brings this wonder of nature to the public in a controlled, indoor setting, creating a surreal environment for exploration and connection to the ocean.
A Mesmerizing Adventure Through Glowing Waters
At Glowing Oceans, visitors will:
- Walk through glowing lagoons, activating a brilliant shimmer of bioluminescent plankton with each step.
- Explore sensory tiles that ripple with glowing light, reminiscent of magical scenes from blockbuster films.
- Engage with touch pools to experience the magic of bioluminescence firsthand.
- Marvel at bioluminescent water cascading over an observation tunnel.
- Participate in fun, hands-on activities designed to bring science to life through the exploration of biology and bioluminescence.
"Phytoplankton comprise the base of the food chain in the oceans and play a vital role in sustaining life on Earth," said Dimitri Deheyn, Professor of Living Light at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Chief Scientific Advisor at Glowing Oceans. "Through their bioluminescence, these organisms create a stunning light show that serves as a communication signal within their ecosystems, and offers us a gateway to better understand the need for ocean conservation."
"What we're creating is much more than just an exhibit—it's an experience that transcends art and entertainment, delivering a sense of wonder and discovery that leaves a lasting impact on visitors," Jeffrey Fullerton, former head of strategic development at Meow Wolf and co-founder of Glowing Oceans. "This is a powerful way to bring people closer to nature and inspire future champions of ocean conservation."
Tickets for Glowing Oceans are available at www.glowingoceans.com. Advance purchase is recommended due to high demand. The experience begins on June 1, 2025, with timed entries.
Glowing Oceans' Vision for Sustainability and Education
Glowing Oceans promotes ocean conservation by using sustainable practices to grow plankton in closed-loop aquaculture systems. In addition to showcasing bioluminescence, the exhibit emphasizes the critical role of marine ecosystems in global health. A portion of the proceeds supports marine conservation initiatives to protect fragile ecosystems. For more information visit www.glowingoceans.com.
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