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Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland

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About Chabot Space & Science Center

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.

Tickets and prices

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Admission

  • Adults (12+)
    Adult
    $24
  • Children (2-12), Seniors (65+) & Students
    $19
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Tickets, prices & hours

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10AM–5PM

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What’s on at Chabot Space & Science Center

2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Next weekendOct 4 · 4:00 pmEvent

FrightLight Halloween Laser Show

A 30- to 45-minute spooky laser show filled with stunning visual art, designed for ages 8 and up.

“Dates: October 4, 2026 at 4:00 pm”

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Oct 10 – 11Event

Cosmic Creativity Festival

Artists fill the Center with photography, music, paintings, and cosmic creativity over two days. Families can experience a celebration of art and science together.

“Join us October 10th and 11th as artists fill the Center with photography, music, paintings, and cosmic creativity”

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The saving

Discounts and Reciprocal Memberships

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).

$1

“We offer $1 tickets for up to four (4) people per EBT, WIC, or P-EBT cardholder.”

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