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PRIDE NightLife
Buy ahead to skip the line. 21+ only.

Kick off San Francisco Pride in a big way at NightLife, featuring drag performances from Oaklash featuring special guest, JAX (of RuPaul's Drag Race). We’re celebrating love, acceptance, and the power of being unapologetically yourself. So get ready to dance the night away in your fiercest fit, shop local vendors, and more!
Sounds by MAKE ROOM
Enjoy all the museum has to offer plus these featured events:
- Oaklash is taking over NightLife! Brace yourself for an unforgettable night filled with jaw-dropping drag performances, stunning lewks, and legendary music that will have you on your feet! Featuring an extra special performance from JAX (of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15).
- Express yourself with hands-on activities:
- Experience wearable visual art inspired by Black Queer artist Beau McCall and create your own identity button using shrinky dink plastic with our pals from Museum of Craft and Design.
- There is no “right way” to create. Pull up a chair, let your creativity loose, and create your own zine with Bay Area Queer Zine Fest.
- Keep an eye out for the always fabulous Verasphere – they’re guaranteed to bring you a smile. Then strike a pose at the SnapFiesta photo booth and capture the night in style.
- Stop by and chat with local organizations and shop curated items:
Music

NightLife is for adults 21+ only. Valid, physical photo ID required.
Last entry into Osher Rainforest is 7:30 pm — our animals need their sleep.
Morrison Planetarium passes are available online in advance for $5 each while supplies last. Showtimes are 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 pm. A limited number of standby seats will be available for all showtimes as space allows on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gems and Minerals Unearthed opens to the public at 8:30 pm. It is reserved for NightLife Plus guests from 6 - 8:30 pm.
Food and drink are not permitted in Osher Rainforest, Morrison Planetarium, or the Swamp.
Help everyone stay healthy: It's not required, but we encourage all guests to stay up-to-date on their vaccinations and to mask up indoors. If you’re feeling sick or have been in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive for COVID-19 or another respiratory virus, please visit another time. View our health and safety page.
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Upcoming events
Enjoy a wild night of wonder and explore the museum at night with live DJs, hand-crafted drinks, and more.
Celebrate love, equality, and the rainbow spectrum of self-expression at NightLife's annual PRIDE event.
We've got good vibes down to a science. Make friends with 60,000 creatures and discover the unexpected.
Trash or treasure? Embrace the DIY spirit with repair stations, junk journaling, and creative reuse.
Let your inner child loose and explore the Academy at night.
You, your friends, and 60,000 creatures. Be outnumbered in the best way and roam the museum at night.