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NightLife LIVE: October 12
Buy ahead to skip the line and save on tickets. 21+.
We’re closing out the NightLife LIVE concert series with grungy-synth sounds from the one and only Tanukichan plus a hypnotizing opening set by Lalin St. Juste.
Music co-presented by Noise Pop.
Cocktails handcrafted by Denizen Rum, Fiero Tequila, Tito's Handmade Vodka, and WhistlePig Whiskey, the official liquor of NightLife LIVE.
Featured events:
- A NightLife Live returner, grab your spot and vibe to Tanukichan’s ethereal melodies that meld vague, devastating lyrics about love and loss with dreamy pop music. Plus, a soulful opening set from Lalin St. Juste!
- Get cozy with serenading sounds by Camino De Agua in front of one of the deepest and largest living coral displays in the world. Music presented by Mellow Sessions.
- Move to the music of Love Supreme and check out a special art show curated by Helvella Art, an artist-run gallery and studio showcasing contemporary fine art in Oakland.
- Stroll through a pop-up marketplace and stock up on everything from original art prints to new and used vinyl featuring:
- Make your festival memories last with a customized wristband or enchanting flower crown with materials and help from Museum of Craft and Design.
- Grab a limited edition NightLife LIVE 2023 tee from San Franpsycho with designs by artist Felicia Ann
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ABOUT NIGHTLIFE LIVE
Jam out to musicians across genres from indie pop to hip hop and funk to bossa nova at our crowd favorite outdoor summer concert series. From July to October, every second Thursday night will feature a different NightLife LIVE lineup of music, art, and science.
We’re transforming the Academy into the ultimate eclectic music venue where you can groove to a spectrum of artists alongside our iconic exhibits (aquarium and chill anyone?). Catch live outdoor performances on the West Garden stage, explore an art show and artist market featuring local artists curated by Helvella Art, experience Mellow Sessions’ jazz-fusion melodies next to our 25 ft deep Philippine Coral Reef, and more.
Catch the 2023 series on July 13, August 10, September 14, and October 12. Co-presented by Noise Pop and Another Planet in collaboration with Outside Lands.
A few don't-miss NightLife details:
- NightLife guests are no longer required to provide proof of full vaccination or a recent negative test. We still strongly encourage all guests to stay up-to-date on their vaccinations, and to mask up indoors. As always, if you’re feeling under the weather, please NightLife another time. View health and safety information here.
- Please note the rainforest will be closed for infrastructure maintenance during this event.
- Morrison Planetarium is now open at NightLife with 4 showtimes. To maximize staff and guest safety, planetarium passes are required and capacity is limited. Passes are available online in advance for an additional $5 while supplies last to reserve a seat at a 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, or 9:30 pm planetarium show. Please see our FAQs for more details. (Please note: A limited number of standby seats will be available for all showtimes as space allows on a first-come, first-served basis. Food and drink are not permitted inside the planetarium.)
- Beverages are available at various bars throughout the building, but food must be enjoyed outdoors or in the Academy Café only.
- NightLife is for adults 21+ only. Valid, physical photo ID required.
- Still have Qs? See our FAQs here.
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