Events

Sharktoberfest

Thank you all for an amazing Sharktoberfest 2025! We will see you all next year!

Join us for Sharktoberfest, a jaw-some 21+ event combining craft brews and cutting-edge shark science! 

Event Highlights:

  • Beer & Wine Tastings from Oregon
  • Live Art from Mike Bennett
  • Shark Science on Oregon’s shark species
  • Meet & Greet with Shark Week scientists
  • Raffles for Fintastic Prizes
     

October 11th 7-10pm @ OMSI

Admission Cost*: General +21: $60 Non Drinking +21: $45 

*OMSI member discounts may apply

Buy Sharktoberfest Tickets Here!

 

 

Northeast Pacific Shark Symposium (NEPSS) VII

The Big Fish Lab is excited to be hosting the Northeast Pacific Shark Symposium VII for the very first time! This is the largest gathering of shark scientists on the west coast of the Americas. Normally held in Seattle, the BFL will be bringing shark scientists from across the Northeast Pacific, including from Mexico and Canada, to Newport, OR. Members of the public are welcome to attend with registration. See event page for more details.

NE Pacific Shark Symposium VII

Newport, Oregon
March 19-21, 2026

Details