Enjoy music, creatures, and cocktails as you set out with friends on a journey to the stars and the depths of the sea. Featuring a new theme each week, after-hours access to all exhibits, and special programming, NightLife is your ticket to the nocturnal side of the Academy.
*NightLife planetarium passes are now available online! Passes are required for the 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 pm shows, allowing more guests to reserve their preferred showtimes in advance. Passes are $3 each and may be purchased online or at the ticket window. Since shows do sell out, we recommend buying in advance. The 6:30 pm live show is always free and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kick off the Year of the Pig with lion dancers, masked performers, and—you guessed it—pigs!
Set sail for a journey to the Galápagos Islands and learn about the place that inspired Darwin, NightLife-style.
It’s a matter of NightLife and death when we team up with the Reimagine Festival to examine the big questions.
An electric night awaits as NightLife digs into A.I and the ways in which it’s transforming our world.
We’re going back in time with our Dino Days festival—and the most popular dinosaur movie of all time.
NightLife celebrates National Women’s History Month with a spotlight on women in science from around the Bay.
Join the newest membership group for people in their 20s and 30s. Hive members enjoy a NightLife Season Pass.
Join our VIP Tour for an entirely different NightLife experience. Cocktails are, of course, included.
Looking for a one-of-a-kind space to throw a party? Book the NightLife Private Lounge.
Have a group of 10 or more? Check out our group rates.
A variety of food options are available at NightLife from 6-9:30 pm, including the Academy Café, The Terrace (located in the West Garden), and convenient food cart in the front lobby.
Enjoy a new seasonal "craft on draft" cocktail at each NightLife bar, designed by resident mixologist Shane McKnight. Plus, enjoy a weekly menu of beer, wine, and spirits.
Interested in a NightLife season pass? Join the Hive—the Academy's exclusive membership for ages 21–40. Perks include a ticket to Party After Dark, and more!
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