Masks and vaccinations are recommended. Plan your visit
After Dark: See for Yourself
Thursday, April 13, 2023 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Not a member yet? Join us and get free admission all year long!
Adults Only (18+)
Note: Free for members and donors—only a membership card and ID required for entry. The Tactile Dome is currently closed.
The Exploratorium is your playground after dark! Wander the galleries, sip a cocktail, and choose your own adventure with 600+ interactive exhibits. Can a garden transport you to another place? What memories are stirred by the scents of different plants? And how do sunflowers fit so many seeds in their center? Check out our newest exhibition, ¡Plantásticas!, and explore these questions and more.
DJ Dance Party
With DJ Lady Ryan
6:30–9:30 p.m.
Bechtel Gallery 3
Get ready to dance your way through the night as DJ Lady Ryan sets the vibe and keeps the party moving!
DJ Lady Ryan brings her deep knowledge of multiple genres and a touch of nostalgia to After Dark. She has opened for artists such as George Clinton, Erykah Badu, and Anderson .Paak., and is a co-founder of Soulovely, a seasonal outdoor party and QTBIPOC community space that has been going strong for more than 10 years.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase at our Seaglass Restaurant and additional bar locations.
Curious about what to expect during your visit? Check out our current safety protocols and guidelines.
