Exhibits and shows for explorers of all ages

Cute kid in dinosaur costume at Dino Days exhibit at Cal Academy with animatronic T. rex dinosaur looming overhead
OPEN DAILY

Dino Days

Come face-to-fang with prehistoric giants as 13 moving, roaring, life-size animatronic dinosaurs take over the Academy’s gardens this spring and summer.
A dazzled woman looks up at a glowing diorama of fish and sea turtles in Unseen Oceans exhibit at Cal Academy
OPEN DAILY

Unseen Oceans

Unusual creatures. Unexplored depths. Our newest exhibition immerses you in the mysteries of the deep sea—and the science revealing it like never before.
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Events and activities to kick-start your curiosity

Cool blue-colored scene in front of Philippine Coral Reef tank at Cal Academy as DJ spins during NightLife event
THURSDAYS | 6-10 P.M. | 21+

NightLife

Wonder what our animals get up to once the sun goes down? Find out at the Academy's weekly event that illuminates the unusual intersection of art and science.  
A man wears a moving, glowing, neon dinosaur costume
FRIDAY, MAY 2 | 6–9:30 P.M. | ALL AGES

DinoNight!

Roar if you’re ready to party! The whole herd's invited to our extra-large dino extravaganza, featuring a costume parade, face painting—and all exhibits, open late.
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World-changing science starts here

An abstract illustration featuring a multicolored flying macaw against a floral background
APRIL 24 | 9 p.m.–MIDNIGHT | 21+​​​​​​​

Big Bang: Party After Dark

Stay up late for science at our biggest party of the year. Enjoy gourmet cocktails, delectable bites, a Women in AI panel, live music, and more.
Toddler girl with pigtails stares at a diving African penguin on exhibit at Cal Academy
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