Hike & Sip: Easy & Moderate August 23rd
Tickets - Easy Hike 5 PM Tickets - Moderate Hike 6:30 PM Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators, and learn about the ecosystem, the cultural heritage of the […]
Ohlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
(40 Min) Developed in partnership and solidarity with Cafe Ohlone, mur taaraxtak, or Ohlone Skies, weaves science and storytelling into a rich tapestry of Indigenous Ohlone knowledge, heritage, and history deeply rooted right here in the Oakland hills. At this star-studded premiere, hear from multigenerational community voices about the importance of representation in a panel […]
Maya Archeoastronomy
(20 minutes) In a feast of colors and sounds, Maya Archaeoastronomy: Observers of the Universe makes a tour of six Mayan temples: San Gervasio, Chichen Itzá, Uxmal, Edzná, Palenque and Bonampak where the spectator dives into a Mayan world of knowledge about the importance of the orientations of its temples in relation to the movement […]
Worlds of Curiosity
(15 min) Worlds of Curiosity dives into the questions of "What it would be like to live on an Earth with no Moon?" or "What if the Earth was tilted on its side, like the planet Uranus?"
Scouting the Stars: Summer
It’s 10 o’clock: Do you know where your stars are? Let’s do a little scouting.... Each season brings a fresh batch of stars to dazzle our eyes and constellations to tell nighttime stories about. We’ll give you a quick tour of the Summer sky, and tips on how to identify a few of the major […]
Worlds of Curiosity
(15 min) Worlds of Curiosity dives into the questions of "What it would be like to live on an Earth with no Moon?" or "What if the Earth was tilted on its side, like the planet Uranus?"
Phantom of the Universe
(25 min) An exciting exploration of dark matter, from the Big Bang to its anticipated discovery at the Large Hadron Collider. The show will reveal the first hints of its existence through the eyes of Fritz Zwicky, the scientist who coined the term “dark matter”. This show is narrated by Tilda Swinton, a British actress. Ages […]
Ohlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
(40 Min) Developed in partnership and solidarity with Cafe Ohlone, mur taaraxtak, or Ohlone Skies, weaves science and storytelling into a rich tapestry of Indigenous Ohlone knowledge, heritage, and history deeply rooted right here in the Oakland hills. At this star-studded premiere, hear from multigenerational community voices about the importance of representation in a panel […]
Worlds of Curiosity
(15 min) Worlds of Curiosity dives into the questions of "What it would be like to live on an Earth with no Moon?" or "What if the Earth was tilted on its side, like the planet Uranus?"
Hike & Sip: Easy & Moderate August 31st
Tickets - Easy Hike 5 PM Tickets - Moderate Hike 6:30 PM Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators, and learn about the ecosystem, the cultural heritage of the […]
First Friday: Close Encounters
Buy Tickets All-ages, family-friendly $10 adults, $5 kids and seniors, and FREE for Members Are we alone in the universe? Or could there be other forms of life out there, waiting far away in the vast expanse of space? Hear from researchers, astrobiologists and astronomers on the possibility of extraterrestrial life and distant exoplanets […]
Hike & Sip: Easy & Moderate September 6th
Tickets - Easy Hike 5 PM Tickets - Moderate Hike 6:30 PM Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators, and learn about the ecosystem, the cultural heritage of the […]
Family Nature Adventures: Reptile Roundup – Discover the Cold-Blooded Creatures of the Forest!
Buy Tickets $25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8, Members receive $10 off Slither, crawl, and explore the world of reptiles that inhabit the redwood forest! Learn about local reptiles, from snakes and lizards to turtles, and discover how they survive in their unique environments. Head into the forest for a chance to spot these cold-blooded creatures in […]
Hike & Sip: Easy & Moderate September 13th
Tickets - Easy Hike 5 PM Tickets - Moderate Hike 6:30 PM Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators, and learn about the ecosystem, the cultural heritage of the […]
Hike & Sip: Easy & Moderate September 28th
Tickets - Easy Hike 5 PM Tickets - Moderate Hike 6:30 PM Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators, and learn about the ecosystem, the cultural heritage of the […]
First Friday: Spooky Astronomy
Buy Tickets All-ages, family-friendly $10 adults, $5 kids and seniors, and FREE for Members Get in the Halloween spirit with a night of cosmic chills and family thrills. Join us for a frightfully fun evening featuring live music, ooey gooey science demos, creepy crafting, and a spook-tacular Halloween-themed laser show! Perfect for all ages, […]
Family Nature Adventures: Spidey Spectacular – Adventures with Arachnids!
Buy Tickets $25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8, Members receive $10 off Spin your way into the fascinating world of spiders and arachnids! This month’s adventure is packed with discovery and excitement: Learn all about native spiders, their incredible adaptations, and even how they behave in space. Grab a magnifying glass and set off into the redwood […]
Paint & Sip: Cosmic Hauntings
Buy Tickets $45 Adults 21+ Celebrate the spooky season with a celestial twist at Chabot Space & Science Center’s “Cosmic Hauntings.” Guests will channel the eerie beauty of a Halloween night sky, painting ghostly nebulae, glowing moons, and shadowy silhouettes of cosmic phenomena. Enjoy Halloween-inspired cocktails, light snacks, and fascinating tales of spooky celestial […]
Science is a Drag!
Buy Tickets 21+ General Admission: $25 Members receive $10 off - make sure you log in! Who knows better than a science drag queen that reading is fundamental? Prepare to celebrate science with outrageous humor, space-inspired drag fashions, drinks and snacks, an out-of-this world floor show and a galaxy of high-heeled fun hosted by […]
Halloween Hike & Sip: Moderate
Tickets - Moderate Hike 5 PM As the sun dips below the horizon and shadows stretch through the forest, the Halloween Hike begins! Join us for a moderate, 75–90 minute spine-tingling adventure through the darkened trails of the majestic Oakland Redwood forest, where ghostly tales and eerie surprises await. Led by our expert guides, […]
Family Nature Adventures: Discover the Secrets of Local Owls!
Buy Tickets $25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8, Members receive $10 off Step into the magical world of owls during this month’s adventure! Dive into the habits, calls, and diets of local owls. Experience hands-on science as you dissect owl pellets to uncover the mysteries of their meals. Bring your own binoculars or use our child-sized pairs […]
Paint & Sip: Solstice Stars & Holiday Myths
Buy Tickets $45 Adults 21+ Celebrate the winter solstice and the magic of the season at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip: Solstice Stars & Holiday Myths! This instructor-guided workshop will lead you through painting a beautiful winter night sky, filled with celestial wonders that mark the solstice. While you paint, enjoy […]
