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“IlluminOdyssey” Interactive Winter Light Experience

Monday, January 19, 2026 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: $27.95*
*$27.95 Adults; $23.95 Children, Students & Seniors

CuriOdyssey | 1651 Coyote Point Dr. San Mateo, CA

Event Details

2025 “IlluminOdyssey” Interactive Winter Light Experience (Nov. 15-Jan. 25)

lluminOdyssey is back! Catch the light November 15, 2025 through January 25, 2026.

Inspired by the science of light, IlluminOdyssey is an immersive, interactive installation that will mesmerize kids and adults of all ages*. CuriOdyssey’s four-level Redwood Hall will transform into a glowing forest of science—light your way through a maze of luminous botanical geometry, play with rainbow refraction and swirling projections, paint with light on phosphorescent surfaces, and dance with your shadow. Explore the physical properties of light, such as photoluminescence, color, additive light mixing, waves, fluorescence, fluid dynamics, subtractive color mixing, and refraction.

Returning for its ninth year, IlluminOdyssey is a fan-favorite for the whole family and is free with admission or membership. CuriOdyssey’s hands-on approach to science education influences every facet of this exhibition. IlluminOdyssey’s interactive glowing exhibits awaken kids’ curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and inspire an interest in science and the natural world. As a non-profit outdoor science museum and zoo, we make exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math fun and exciting for kids and adults of all ages.

Plan Your Visit

Ticketing
$27.95 Adults (18–61 years)
$23.95 Children (18 months–17 years)
$23.95 Students (with ID)
$23.95 Seniors (62+ years)
FREE Infants (0–17 months)
$6 Coyote Point Park vehicle entrance fee

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $27.95*
*$27.95 Adults; $23.95 Children, Students & Seniors
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, In Person, Kids & Families, MLK Day, Tree + Holiday Lightings
Address: 1651 Coyote Point Dr. San Mateo, CA

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