California Academy of Sciences NightLife

The hottest event on the social calendar - come find out what everyone’s talking about!
A visit to the California Academy of Sciences doesn't have to end just because the sun goes down…it’s when the real fun begins!

Here’s your opportunity to experience a whole new side of the Academy at NightLife, every Thursday night from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. See it transform into a lively venue filled with music & mingling, provocative science, special activities and cocktails to create a uniquely sophisticated evening for visitors ages 21 and over.

Groove to San Francisco's hippest DJ's and performers, explore all of the Academy's exhibits and shows, meet locals and visitors from around the world all while sipping your favorite cocktail. Food and cocktails are available for purchase throughout NightLife – cash bars only.

The Details:
•   NightLife operates from 6:00pm to 10:00pm every Thursday evening.
•   Last entry 9:00pm
•   Minimum Age 21+
•   Valid picture ID required (customers ID will be checked to gain entry into NightLife, no exceptions)
•   Main floor activities, DJs and performers change from week to week
•   Please Note – outside beverages are not allowed into the museum during NightLife.
•   The Rainforest of the World exhibit is only open until 8 pm. The animals need the cycle of day and night to mimic their     natural environment to stay healthy.
•   Parking can be very difficult on busy days. We strongly encourage public transportation or drop-off. Please allow plenty of extra time for traffic, parking, and arrival.

Upcoming Nightlife Events

October 6 "Sharktoberfest NightLife"
Celebrate two favorites: sharks and beer! With a beer garden featuring local favorites Speakeasy, 21st Amendment, and others. Music by Opulent Temple.

October 13 "Designed from Nature NightLife"
Great design often takes cues from nature— get your hands on real products inspired by natural forms. See stilt walking and juggling inspired by Cirque du Soleil’s Totem. Music by Bassyx.

October 20 "Science of Voting NightLife"
See a lively roundtable moderated by Bay Citizen and explore the science of voting with Cory Cook. Play DJ for a night with Roqbot with music curated by Noise Pop. Additional music by Aaron Axelsen.

October 27 "Zombie NightLife"
Zombie neuroscience, Zombie Drag Show and Costume Contest emceed by Peaches Christ, roaming zombies, zombie makeovers and much more! Music by DJ Tomas Diablo.

Operates:

Every Thursday night from 6:00pm – 10pm with last entry 9:00pm

Includes:

'Skip the Line' Entry

Excludes:

Food, Cocktails, and other personal items

Group Request Form

Name	First Last
Company	(if applicable)
Destination
Group Size	(approximate)
Group Date	(approximate)
Brief details of request	Product: NightLife
Email
Phone

Cancellation policy:

Cancellation Policy – By placing an order you are agreeing to the following Cancellation Policy. Any order booked and subsequently cancelled will be subject to a $25 per person cancellation fee. Any reservation cancelled within 24 hours of tour departure are 100% non-refundable. If the total price of your purchase is less than $25 you will only be charged the amount of the activity. This cancellation policy is applicable for each activity, event or tour within a transaction. Any changes to date or time will be accepted with no charge up until 24 hours prior to the tour departure or activity or event scheduled start time. Changes within the 24 hour cutoff must be done by phone and will be subject to availability, if the preferred date or time of the change is not available then the standard cancellation penalty applies.

Any collected cancellation fees will be credited to your customer account and will be available for use on any of our other products. Re booking must be done within one year of your cancellation to apply any cancellation credits, unused cancellation fees are non-refundable if not used to re book another of our products within one year.

Cancellation requests must be called into The Destination Center on 1 866 431 1634 or email cancellation@thedestinationcenter.com (emailed cancellation requests may not be received prior to the 24 hour cancellation cutoff – it is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure a reservation is cancelled in time).

1 866 431 1634

NightLife at California Academy of Science

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Group Request Form