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Astrophotography 101: Intro to Milky Way Astrophotography
Photo credit: Tara Mostofi Astrophotography 101 Workshop: Introduction to Milky Way Astrophotography $75, $60 for Members Buy Tickets Want to learn how to take pictures of the Milky Way? Ever wanted to learn how amazing starry night landscape images are made? Whether you have specific questions about your own astrophotography process, or you are […]
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Total Lunar Eclipse Watch Party
$15 Adults, $7 Kids, Free for Members Buy Tickets Join Chabot astronomers for a live watch party of the magnificent Total Lunar Eclipse from Chabot’s Observation Deck. Bring your friends & family and a lawn chair to enjoy Eclipse-themed crafts and demonstrations, then get bundled up with light bites and soft drinks to […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Insects
Family Nature Adventures at Chabot! $25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8, Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets Explore, learn, and connect with nature during Family Nature Adventures! Join us every 2nd Saturday March - November for an unforgettable journey into the stunning parks surrounding Chabot Space & Science Center. Each month features an exciting new theme, […]
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Sci-Fi Night: Alien
Doors: 7:00pm, Movie: 7:30pm $15 Adults (18+), $5 for Members Buy Tickets It’s Sci-Fi Night at Chabot! Bring a friend and come up to Chabot for a one-night-only screening of cult classic Alien (1979) in our state-of-the-art 70-foot Planetarium dome! Plus enjoy light bites & themed cocktails in this fun, after-hours date night […]
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Sci-Fi Night: Alien | Second Showing
Doors: 7:30pm, Movie: 8pm $15 Adults (18+), $5 for Members Additional seats now available! Book your ticket below to experience Alien with us. Please note that these seats will be in our Theater space, as Planetarium seats are SOLD OUT. Buy Tickets It’s Sci-Fi Night at Chabot! Bring a friend and come up […]
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Astrophotography 101: Intro to Astrophotography with a Tracker
Astrophotography 101: Introduction to Astrophotography with a Tracker $75, $60 for Members Buy Tickets Photo credit: Mason Hall Want to learn to start taking pictures of the Milky Way or even a faint nebula in the night sky? Ever wanted to learn how the amazing images from James Webb or Hubble telescopes are made? […]
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Robo Expo @ Chabot
$24 Adults, $19 Kids, FREE for Members Buy Tickets Martian rovers. Driverless cars. Huggable food delivery bots. Whether assisting in data collection on faraway planets, zooming through city streets, or vacuuming kitchen floors, autonomous robotics have become a regular part of life here in our part of the galaxy. Join Chabot Saturday, March 28th, […]
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Sci-Fi Night: Everything Everywhere All at Once
Doors: 7PM, Movie: 7:30PM $20, Adults (18+), $10 for Members Buy Tickets It’s Sci-Fi Night at Chabot! Bring a friend and come up to Chabot for a one-night-only screening of Everything Everywhere All at Once in our state-of-the-art 70-foot Planetarium dome! Come early to enjoy light bites & themed cocktails in this fun, […]
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Family Astronomy: Invisible Astronomy
Family Astronomy: Invisible Astronomy $15 Youth, $25 Adults Members get $5 off per ticket Buy Tickets Chabot Space & Science Center’s Family Astronomy Series invites families with children ages 6–12 to explore the wonders of the universe together! Each evening program features an engaging presentation in Chabot's Planetarium followed by hands-on activities and opportunities […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Scat
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets This Months Theme: Let’s Chat About Scat – Tracking Animals of the Redwood Forest! Get the scoop on poop and uncover the wild secrets of our local fauna! Interactive Workshop: Learn how to identify animals by their tracks, eating habits, and yes—scat! Dive […]
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Paint & Sip: Alien Flora
Alien Flora Painting Plants Beyond Earth Adults 21+ $45, Members get $10 off per ticket Buy Tickets Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip Series! This instructor-guided painting workshop features a variety of space-themed designs, from mythic wonders to celestial phenomena. Your ticket includes […]
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Starlight Gala
Save the Date Saturday, April 25, 2026 6:00-10:00PM Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland, California Join us for an inspiring evening under the stars to benefit Chabot Space & Science Center. Celebrate 25 years of discovery and innovation on Skyline Boulevard, honor our 2026 Champion of Science, and fuel exciting new opportunities for the […]
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A Galaxy Not So Far Away
$24 Adults, $19 Kids, FREE for Members Buy Tickets This Friday, join our team of cosmic rebels to celebrate “May the Fourth” early in our galaxy not so far away! Craft your own glowing sword, get a glimpse of distant planets through our historic 8” refractor telescope known as “Leah,” and discover the mechanics […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Mother’s Day Tea Party & Flowers Workshop
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets This Months Theme: Mother’s Day Tea Party & Flower Workshop Make Mother’s Day unforgettable with a perfect mix of creativity, nature, and cherished family moments! Tea Party: Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your […]
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BubbleFest
Hands-on activities, bubble performances, face painting, live music and more! Buy Tickets Get ready to be blown away at Bubblefest! Step into a world of wobbly wonders and popping surprises as bubble experts showcase the coolest tricks and mind-blowing science behind bubbles. From rainbow-colored bubbles to bubble art masterpieces, find something awe-inspiring for […]
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Paint & Sip: Waxing Crescent Moon
Waxing Crescent Moon Adults 21+ $45, Members get $10 off per ticket Buy Tickets Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip Series! In this instructor-guided workshop, guests will paint a glowing crescent Moon inspired by real lunar science, exploring how sunlight, shadow, and viewing […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Birds
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets This Months Theme: Bird Watching – Discover Local Feathered Friends! Take flight into the fascinating world of birds! Interactive Workshop: Learn how to identify local birds by their unique appearances and calls. Gain tips and tricks for becoming a skilled birdwatcher. Guided Bird […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Redwoods
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets This Months Theme: Guardians of the Forest - Discover the Oakland Redwoods! Journey into the majestic redwood groves of the Oakland Hills and explore the towering giants that call our local parks home. Interactive Workshop: Learn what makes coast redwoods the tallest […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Reptiles
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets This Months Theme: Reptile Roundup – Discover the Cold-Blooded Creatures of the Forest! Slither, crawl, and explore the world of reptiles that inhabit the redwood forest! Interactive Workshop: Learn about local reptiles, from snakes and lizards to turtles, and discover how they […]
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Spray Paint & Sip: Perseids Meteor Graffiti
Spray Paint & Sip Perseids Meteor Graffiti Adults 21+ $45, Members get $10 off per ticket Buy Tickets This special Paint & Sip invites guests outdoors to experience the August night sky through the bold, expressive style of space graffiti. Using spray paint techniques and guided instruction, participants will create dynamic cosmic scenes […]
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Spray Paint & Sip: Cosmic Impressions
Spray Paint & Sip: Cosmic Impressions Forest-Inspired Space Adults 21+ $45, Members get $10 off per ticket Buy Tickets This special Paint & Sip invites guests outdoors to explore the connection between Earth and space through spray paint and natural forms collected from the forests surrounding Chabot Space & Science Center. Using leaves, […]
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Family Nature Adventures: Owls
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off Tickets Coming Soon This Months Theme: Discover the Secrets of Local Owls! Step into the magical world of owls during this month's adventure! Interactive Workshop: Dive into the habits, calls, and diets of local owls. Experience hands-on science as you dissect owl pellets to […]
