Enjoy music, creatures, and cocktails as you set out with friends on a journey to the stars and the depths of the sea.
Explore a unique theme each week and after-hours access to all Academy exhibits.
Please note NightLife will be on holiday hiatus for the following dates: 11/23, 12/21, 12/28, and 1/4.
Explore the mysteries beyond our solar system with a night dedicated to the search for extraterrestrials.
The creatures come out at NightLife when the Academy transforms into a spine-tingling tribute to '80s horror.
Design and science unite for a special edition of NightLife curated by California College of the Arts.
Feed your brain and body this week as NightLife explores the fascinating world of human health and wellness.
Sink your teeth into BiteLife, our annual event celebrating all things edible.
See the Academy transform into an oasis of music and art on one special night per month with NightLife LIVE!
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.
Meet Bay Area artist Nigel Sussman and learn about the (wild) inspiration behind his commissioned NightLife illustration.
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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