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California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

Overview

Calling all creatures of the night: explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. Featuring a new theme each week with live DJs, outdoor bars, special programming, and nearly 60,000 live animals. Embrace the unexpected on Thursday nights! (From 6pm to 10pm, Ages 21+ with valid, physical photo ID)

City: San Francisco

Fri 11 Jul

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Fri 11 Jul

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Nightlife music and entertainment - program changes weekly

All exhibits and shows (subject to availability)

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Meeting point

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San Francisco
55 Music Concourse Dr, Golden Gate Park

• THIS IS YOUR ENTRY TICKET - NO VOUCHER EXCHANGE NEEDED - Proceed directly to attraction entrance and present your ticket(s) for entry to the California Academy of Sciences.
• Each traveler must have a unique ticket for entry – please ensure you have all tickets ready for entry upon visiting the California Academy of Sciences.
• No refunds or exchanges for lost or stolen vouchers.
• Open Year Round. Not valid on Blackout Dates. Last entrance is one-hour before closing.
• Minimum age is 21 years. Valid , physical photo ID is required
• California Academy of Sciences: EU24
• Planetarium show passes (sold separately, $5 each) are available on a first-come, first served basis and can be reserved at the planetarium pass pick-up desk across from the planetarium entrance.

NOTE: Guests are no longer required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a recent negative test in order to enter the Academy. However, we still strongly encourage all guests to stay up-to-date with their vaccinations.

Please note that the Academy’s vaccination policy is subject to change as local conditions and public health guidelines continue to evolve. We appreciate your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we work to keep each other healthy. For the most up to date information, please visit https://www.calacademy.org/reopening.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for admission is 21 years. Valid, physical photo ID required at check-in, no exceptions.
Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available at the Coat Check on a first-come, first served basis.
The interactive map includes a sensory guide for guests with noise, visual, touch, and smell sensitivities.
Planetarium passes are required for planetarium shows during NightLife. Tickets do sell out quickly, to guarantee a spot reserve your planetarium show passes (additional $5) in advance at tickets.calacademy.org/nlpl/ or by scanning the QR code in the lobby as soon as you arrive. Reservations are first-come, first served.
Last entry into the rainforest dome is 7:30pm.
All food and drink must be enjoyed in the Academy Café or outdoors.

What To Expect

California Academy of Sciences

Enjoy after-hours entry to the California Academy of Sciences at NightLife, every Thursdays from 6-10 pm. This weekly event for guests aged 21+ features all of the Academy’s exhibits, music, cocktails, and a weekly scientific theme!

Morrison Planetarium

Morrison Planetarium is the largest all-digital dome in the world. With a state-of-the art projector, visitors have an unparalleled view of the universe. NOTE: Passes to planetarium shows are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Golden Gate Park

California Academy of Sciences is located in Golden Gate Park

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sandra S

Aug 2011

the ticket situation was confusing, we had to exchange at the ticket booth. the line to get in was very long in the cold having tickets didn't help

CoyoteLovely

Feb 2011

I’m a huge Science Nerd, so I expected to love the California Academy of Sciences, but really – only California can make an Academy of Sciences so *Cool*. There was a DJ, and a live Band, and I took the VIP + Cocktails Tour, which meant open bar privileges. Trust me - you want the VIP Pass – even if you don’t drink. The ability to skip the lines into the 4 story Rainforest, and the Planetarium are well worth it. Not to mention that you get to see this beautiful climate controlled gem room, and go behind the closed doors to talk to the Scientists who are working while Nightlife is going on. There were many jealous looks as my friend and I bypassed what had to be an hour long line to get preferred seating in the Planetarium! We went on the third Thursday of the month, which we were told was a special night in the Planetarium. Every third Thursday, the California Academy of Sciences does a review of the new Astronomy finds that week in Science. It was excellent to see something that wasn’t the standard walk-thru of the planets and solar system. The MC for the Planetarium talked about all sorts of interesting things, like the effect of the Solar Winds on the Magnetic field of Earth, and how we would appear to Aliens, if they happened to see our transmissions. It was all really great, and we caught the last show, which meant it was kind of the final thing we did that night. It turned out to be the perfect ending to a really great night.

Ashley H.

Feb 2011

This is the perfect time to visit the Cal Academy -- without kids running around and cocktail in hand! Ideal for a first date or night out with friends and colleagues. It was so easy to book through Viator, we just showed up and walked right in!