California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

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Overview

Calling all creatures of the night: explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. Featuring nearly 60,000 live animals, special programming, and outdoor bars, embrace the unexpected on Thursday nights with your choice of two tour options:

Standard NightLife: Experience the event at your own pace with entry to the museum after hours, featuring a new theme each week with live DJs and access to nocturnal exhibit displays.

NightLife Plus: Enjoy an amplified evening with access to a private exhibit area with two free drinks and light bites surrounded by dazzling geology specimens. Take advantage of an expert-led behind-the-scenes tour, receive expedited entry to some of the Academy's most popular exhibits, treat yourself with discounts on dining and shopping, and sit back and relax in a planetarium show.

Options

General Admission Ticket

NightLife general admission ticket

NightLife Plus Ticket

Priority entrance : Osher Rainforest
Admission to : NightLife at California Academy of Sciences
-Complimentary tickets to any Morrison Planetarium show
Behind-the-scenes access: the Academy’s research collections with a guided tour
Inclusions: 2 complimentary cocktails available in the Academy Café bar
-Private seating area in the Academy Café


10% Discount: at the Café and retail stores

Exclusive behind-the-scenes : access to the Academy’s research collections with complimentary light bites

What's included

  • Nightlife music and entertainment - program changes weekly
  • NightLife Plus: 2 Cocktails, Light Hors d'oeuvres, Planetarium Show (If option is selected)
  • All exhibits and shows (subject to availability)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase, cash bars)
  • Planetarium show tickets (additional $7) - unless NightLife Plus is selected))
  • NightLife Plus Ticket (If option is not selected)

What to expect

  1. California Academy of Sciences
    4h · Admission ticket included
    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!
  2. 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.
  3. Golden Gate Park
    California Academy of Sciences is located in Golden Gate Park

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
California Academy of Sciences
55 Music Concourse Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, 94118-4503, United States
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55 Music Concourse Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, 94118-4503, United States
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Additional information

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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