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A Season of Winter Wonder at Chabot Space & Science Center (Nov. 29 – Jan. 5)

Friday, November 29, 2024 - 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Some events are free, some included with admission and some are paid tickets

Chabot Space & Science Center | 10000 Skyline Blvd. Oakland, CA

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Chabot Space & Science Center has announced a joyful celebration of wonder, science, fun and coming together for all ages throughout the holiday season.

From November 29, 2024 through January 5, 2025, visitors will enjoy all-new events and features like Sock Skating all season, two event-packed weekends of WinterFest at Chabot–imagine enhanced programming throughout the Center with a seasonal theme, good cheer, and, of course, hot cocoa!

Don’t miss Chabot annual favorites like two First Fridays, New Year Balloon Drops, Family Astronomy and Nature Adventures, Hands-on DIY Crafting, Geminids meteor shower viewing, free telescope viewings, our new NASA Ames Visitor Center and all our exhibits that awaken curiosity and inspire wonder.

Chabot Space & Science Center
Winter Wonder Season 2024
10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, CA
View the winter events calendar – more events coming soon!

HOURS

  • Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
  • First Friday of the Month: 6-10 p.m. ($10 adults, $5 kids/seniors)
  • Monday-Thursday: Closed

GENERAL ADMISSION

  • Members: Free
  • Adults (12+): $24
  • Children (2-12): $19
  • Seniors (65+): $19

DISCOUNTED ADMISSION

  • Museums For All (EBT Cardholders): $1 (up to four individuals)
  • Military Discount – 50% off with Military ID
  • Discover & Go Library Pass Program
  • First Fridays just $10 adults, $5 kids/seniors
  • Free Telescope Viewings (Most Friday/Saturday nights, weather permitting)

GETTING THERE

  • Located within Redwood Regional Park
  • Convenient, free parking in Chabot’s 3-level parking structure.

 

 

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: FREE*
*Some events are free, some included with admission and some are paid tickets
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Christmas, Geek Event, In Person, Kids & Families, Nature, New Year's Eve, Sponsored
Address: 10000 Skyline Blvd. Oakland, CA

Friday, November 29, 2024

6:30 am   Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free on Black Friday (2024)  FREE*
*Free rides every Friday on San Francisco Richmond Ferries from November 1 to end of 2024. No reservations required but seats are first come first served
9:00 am   Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
*Free from 9-10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; otherwise non-resident admission is $12 - $16 depending on the season. San Francisco residents are always free with valid ID
10:00 am   SF’s Civil War Era Fort’s New Film Series (July – Dec. 2024)  FREE
10:00 am   SF’s 40th Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair (Nov. 23-Dec. 22)  $45*
*General Admission is $45; special discounts available
11:00 am   “Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)  FREE*
*Every Friday pay anywhere from $0 up to $10. When a customer pays the full price of $10, TATO will give a free meal to someone in need in The City. Please note promotion might end at any time
4:00 pm   Santa Rosa Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)  FREE
4:00 pm   Fan Expo San Francisco at Moscone Center (Nov. 29-Dec. 1)  $35
4:30 pm   Ghirardelli Square’s 2024 Holiday Lighting Ceremony  FREE
5:00 pm   $1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)  FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pm   SF City Hall Lights Up for Thanksgiving 2024 (Nov. 28-29)  FREE
6:00 pm   2024 Festival of Lights Parade (Niles)  FREE
7:00 pm   SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 8:45p)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   Laugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2024)  FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
All Day   SF’s Black Friday Ice Skating Dance Party w/ WiLD 94.9 at Union Square  $20*
*$20 adult tix (includes skate rental)
7:00 pm   FREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (7p + 9p Shows)  FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
7:00 pm   “Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)  FREE*
*RSVP Required
7:30 pm   “Amadeus” Film w/ Live Orchestra from San Francisco Symphony (Nov. 29-30)  $99
7:30 pm   Multi-Platinum Recording Artist “G-Eazy” Live at the Fox Theater (Oakland)  FREE*
*WIN
8:00 pm   SF’s 17-Year Run “Secret Improv Society” (Fridays & Saturdays)  $20*
*Normally $25, use secret code FUNCHEAP for $5 off tickets
8:00 pm   “The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
10:15 pm   SF’s Free Late Night “Crazy Funny Asians” 10pm Comedy Show (Fri & Sat)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $25 door tickets also available
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