Upcoming Events Calendar

Step into this stunning audiovisual art experience and discover nature’s splendor and fragility.

Celebrate Day of the Dead with us! Encounter six ofrendas (altars) inspired by the natural elements and the deep connection between life and death.

This film program provides insight into the rich traditions carried on through Indigenous populations in the Maya region of Mesoamerica and in Colombia.

Grapple with the relationship between people and technology tonight through the documentary Users, then immerse yourself in the harmony of the natural world with The Great Animal Orchestra .

Join us at noon and 2:00 p.m. for Storytime Science! Celebrate Halloween all month long with a science-themed storybook read-aloud and hands-on activity.

This documentary about soundscape ecologist Bernie Krause is at once an ode and an elegy—a celebration of sonic splendor and a solemn plea for change.

From the desert to the Sierra’s, traverse the planet through an immersive listening experience. And don’t miss out on The Great Animal Orchestra during its final week!

The Bay Area will experience a partial solar eclipse on October 14. Join us for an outdoor solar eclipse viewing in front of Pier 15.

Join us to learn about the art and science behind Day of the Dead through hands-on activities, be inspired by the natural elements, and experience the powerful ofrendas created by local artists.

Celebrate the joy of life and join the Marigold Project tonight in ceremony, ritual, and dance—then reflect on the night sky and the guidance from nature and ancestors.

Experience our galleries like never before as we transform into one of the stops on the San Francisco Trolley Dances tour!

Celebrate spooky season at the Exploratorium! Observe human heart cells beat on their own, discover how many blood cells you have, and watch your body turn transparent—skeleton, organs, and all!

The Exploratorium is your playground after dark! Wander the galleries, sip a cocktail, and choose your own adventure with 600+ interactive exhibits.

Turn up the radiance this winter as artists illuminate the museum with light sculptures big and small.

Mark your calendar for next year's festivities, and thank you for joining us for Party at the Piers.

Save the date! Science of Cocktails with a Twist returns next year.