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Admission from $24. Open Wednesday-Sunday 10AM–5PM.
Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland offers hands-on exploration of space, science, and astronomy through interactive exhibits and live demonstrations. Visitors explore the NASA Ames Visitor Center with over thirty objects showcasing real NASA research, experience the Astrolight exhibition on light and the universe, and participate in CoLab activities designed for collaborative problem-solving. The seventy-foot full-dome planetarium presents immersive shows exploring distant space, while free telescope viewings on Friday and Saturday nights allow observation of the night sky. The center also hosts family nature adventures, overnight cosmic camp-ins, and field trips with STEM-focused programming. A visit suits families, students, and adults seeking interactive learning about space science and astronomy. Chabot Space & Science Center is located in Oakland, California within Redwood Regional Park. EBT and WIC cardholders receive one-dollar tickets for up to four people through the Museums for All program, along with military discounts and reciprocal museum memberships offering free or discounted admission, as verified at chabotspace.org.
You can check current prices and choose your tickets on Chabot Space & Science Center’s own ticket page. You pay there, not here.
You choose your tickets and check current prices on Chabot Space & Science Center’s ticket page. You pay there, not here.
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Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10AM–5PM
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3 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Dec 13 – 14 · 11:00 pmEvent
A nighttime meteor shower viewing event where families bundle up and watch the Geminids paint the sky with glowing streaks. No telescopes needed.
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“Dates: December 13, 2026 – December 14, 2026 at 11:00 pm”
Dec 16 – Jan 3Season
Families celebrate winter with frosty fun, hands-on discoveries, and interactive activities. Children glide across the Sock Skate, experience bubble snowfall, and explore the science of snow, ice, and chilly temperatures through demonstrations.
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“December 16th, 2026-January 3rd, 2027 Closed December 24th-25th & January 1st”
Dec 31 · 11:00 amEvent
Children count down and celebrate with hundreds of colorful balloons dropping from above at 11am, 12pm, 3pm, and 4pm. Each child takes home a prize at prize stations after the drops.
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“Dates: December 31, 2026 at 11:00 am”
Multiple discount programs including Museums for All ($1 tickets for EBT cardholders), military discount (free admission), Discover & Go library passes, and reciprocal museum memberships (free or 50% off admission).
“We offer $1 tickets for up to four (4) people per EBT, WIC, or P-EBT cardholder.”
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Fairyland for All - EBT/SNAP Discount
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Oakland Resident Discount
5 miNov 8 · Closing of Fairyland @ 75: A Legacy of Magic
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5 miOct 17 – Nov 1 · Boo at the Zoo
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Child Ticket Discount
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Museums for All - State Benefits Discount
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Monday 10AM-7PM, Thursday 2PM-7PM, Friday-Sunday 10AM-7PM; Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
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Mon-Thu 4pm-10pm, Fri 2pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-10pm
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Wed - Sun: 10a - 4p
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Mon–Sun: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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