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Carnaval SF is taking over NightLife! Join our colorful celebration of music, dance, and artistry from Latin American, Caribbean, and Afrodiasporic cultures. Experience the joy of Carnaval throughout the museum with live dance performances, a pop-up mercado (marketplace), and more!
Featured events:
- At 5:45pm, Xiuhcoatl Danza Azteca kicks off the evening with a traditional Aztec blessing in front of the main entrance, accompanied by vibrant music and dance performed in ceremonial attire.
- Groove all night long with back-to-back live dance performances by:
- Bateria Batuki (Brazilian Funk)
- Fogo na Roupa (Samba)
- King Cheo (Afro-Colombian)
- Peruse our pop-up mercado (marketplace) and an assortment of hand-made goods, from jewelry to candles. Featuring local vendors:
- Arte y Cultura
- Casita Michi
- Carnaval SF
- Chula SF
- Emaculate Livin
- Finding Vettey
- Hella Paisa
- House of Jefas
- Nayeeri Boutique
- Nayl Artesanal
- Ometepe
- SanFam
- Sew Frisco
- Tierra y Corazon
- 360 Booth
A few don't-miss NightLife details:
- NightLife is for adults 21+ only. Valid, physical photo ID required.
- Last entry into Osher Rainforest is 7:30 pm — our animals need their sleep.
- Gems and Minerals Unearthed opens to the public at 8:30 pm. It is reserved for NightLife Plus guests from 6 - 8:30 pm.
- Morrison Planetarium passes are available online in advance for $5 each while supplies last. Showtimes are 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 pm. 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 in Osher Rainforest, Morrison Planetarium, or the Swamp.
- While not required, we encourage all guests to stay up-to-date on their vaccinations and to mask up indoors. If you’re feeling sick or have been in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive for COVID-19 or another respiratory virus, please visit another time. View our health and safety page.
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