Get crafty with a night of tinkering, tools, art, and tech from some of SF’s most creative makers.
----> Celebrate May the 4th with salutes to a galaxy far, far away—including 3D models and roaming R2 droids.
----> See how creative tech can be when you step inside a world of your own creation with Tilt brush by Google, which lets you paint in 3D space with virtual reality.
----> See 3D printers in action when Moddler shows off some of their incredibly detailed models, from droids to stormtroopers. Learn how you can transform your space with FlickerStrip, customizable LED light strips that let you design light patterns for a dazzling display.
----> NightLife illustrator Nigel Sussman returns with more live drawing requests from the crowd.
----> Want to get your hands dirty? Make a colorful tapestry with Green Art Workshop, unleash your creativity with WorkshopSF, and channel your inner Jedi to contribute to a May the 4th-themed “paint by numbers” project with Paint Pens Collective and Super7, a sci-fi and comic designer toy company.
----> Thinking about downsizing? Tour one of Tiny Mountain Houses’ stylish portable homes and learn about the DIY mentality and green building values that drive the tiny house movement.
----> Catch an eclectic lineup of music provided by DJs Dragonfly, Dov1, Tony Inorbit, and Khromata, representing the How Weird Street Faire. Now in its 18th year, the festival is a project of the World Peace Through Technology Organization and brings together diverse groups of people in order to find common ground and make connections.
All guests must be 21+
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NIGHTLIFE TIPS
Hurry! Last entry for our Rainforest dome is at 7:45 pm. Please note: drinks are not allowed inside the Rainforest exhibit.
Thirsty? Each bar area features a unique seasonal cocktail—there are multiple bars throughout the museum.
Special programs and lectures may have limited seating and admission will also be made available to visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.
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PLANETARIUM PASSES
Planetarium passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Early event arrival is strongly recommended due to limited capacity and high demand for passes.
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FOOD & DRINK
A variety of food options are available at NightLife from 6:00-9:30 pm, including The Academy Cafe, The Terrace, and The Academy Cafe Food Cart located in the front lobby.
Enjoy a different fresh seasonal "craft on draft" cocktail at each NightLife bar area designed by our resident mixologist Shane McKnight!
All bars accept cash and credit cards.
Get crafty with a night of tinkering, tools, art, and tech from some of SF’s most creative makers.
----> Celebrate May the 4th with salutes to a galaxy far, far away—including 3D models and roaming R2 droids.
----> See how creative tech can be when you step inside a world of your own creation with Tilt brush by Google, which lets you paint in 3D space with virtual reality.
----> See 3D printers in action when Moddler shows off some of their incredibly detailed models, from droids to stormtroopers. Learn how you can transform your space with FlickerStrip, customizable LED light strips that let you design light patterns for a dazzling display.
----> NightLife illustrator Nigel Sussman returns with more live drawing requests from the crowd.
----> Want to get your hands dirty? Make a colorful tapestry with Green Art Workshop, unleash your creativity with WorkshopSF, and channel your inner Jedi to contribute to a May the 4th-themed “paint by numbers” project with Paint Pens Collective and Super7, a sci-fi and comic designer toy company.
----> Thinking about downsizing? Tour one of Tiny Mountain Houses’ stylish portable homes and learn about the DIY mentality and green building values that drive the tiny house movement.
----> Catch an eclectic lineup of music provided by DJs Dragonfly, Dov1, Tony Inorbit, and Khromata, representing the How Weird Street Faire. Now in its 18th year, the festival is a project of the World Peace Through Technology Organization and brings together diverse groups of people in order to find common ground and make connections.
All guests must be 21+
___________
NIGHTLIFE TIPS
Hurry! Last entry for our Rainforest dome is at 7:45 pm. Please note: drinks are not allowed inside the Rainforest exhibit.
Thirsty? Each bar area features a unique seasonal cocktail—there are multiple bars throughout the museum.
Special programs and lectures may have limited seating and admission will also be made available to visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.
___________
PLANETARIUM PASSES
Planetarium passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Early event arrival is strongly recommended due to limited capacity and high demand for passes.
___________
FOOD & DRINK
A variety of food options are available at NightLife from 6:00-9:30 pm, including The Academy Cafe, The Terrace, and The Academy Cafe Food Cart located in the front lobby.
Enjoy a different fresh seasonal "craft on draft" cocktail at each NightLife bar area designed by our resident mixologist Shane McKnight!
All bars accept cash and credit cards.
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