# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ? Exploratorium “After Dark” – Playtime for Grownups in SF! ?
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ? It’s happening! New Beginnings Monthly Night Out is heading to the Exploratorium’s “After Dark” for the opening of their "Glow Up" exhibit. It promises to be an unforgettable evening of curiosity, laughter, and hands-on fun — a San Francisco favorite that turns the museum into a playground just for adults! ? ✨ ? What is "After Dark"?Every Thursday night, the Exploratorium opens its doors only to adults (18+). Imagine 700+ interactive exhibits exploring science, art, and perception — plus cocktails, music, and conversation starters around every corner. “No kids allowed—but you can still act like one.” ? Why it’s awesome:  Explore 75,000 square feet of interactive exhibits and experiences. Sip a cocktail ($15 each from the pop-up bar) as you play your way through. Enjoy dinner or snacks at the Tinkering Table restaurant, open until 9:30 PM. Connect with fun, curious people for a night that’s part science, part art, and all wonder. ?️ Tickets:Admission is $22.95 per person (no senior discount).Please purchase your own ticket directly from the Exploratorium here:? Buy After Dark Tickets(https://visit.exploratorium.edu/events/a7edc493-cc1f-7897-fcec-1f03b8cddab8?tg=7bf8a922-e1a5-bf6d-2455-c11380074ac1) (Make sure to select Thursday, November 20!)RSVPing here does not reserve tickets for you or your guests! ? MEETUP LOGISTICS:We’ll meet outside the museum entrance at 6:00 PM by the lighted polyhedron sculpture (shown in the cover photo), then enter the museum together. Look for our green sparkly streamers! If it’s raining, we’ll meet just inside the museum entrance.If you arrive after 6:00 PM, text Sylvie 415.806.4226 to connect with the group. Grab a Bite with Us!Join the group at the Tinkering Table (inside the museum) around 8:45 pm for a fun, flavor-filled dinner or snack — or pop by whenever it suits you! The café serves hearty, family-friendly meals with build-your-own bowls, made-to-order dishes, and plenty of tasty options for every palate. It’s your own flavor adventure — with separate checks and kitchen open until 9:30 pm. ? GETTING THERE:Weeknight travel into SF can take a little planning — here are your best options:  BART: Take BART from Millbrae to Embarcadero Station, then enjoy a 15-minute walk to Pier 15. ? Plan your BART trip(https://www.bart.gov/planner) Caltrain + BART Combo: From the Peninsula, take Caltrain to Millbrae and transfer to BART toward Embarcadero. ? Plan with Caltrain(https://www.caltrain.com/schedules/pdfs?active_tab=trip_planner_tab) Driving: We recommend carpooling. There are open lots across from and next to the museum, as well as metered street parking. Parking: The Exploratorium partners with SP+ to offer a discount at the Pier 15 parking lot. To get your discount, use the payment kiosk in the parking lot to pay and enter discount code 4302100. If you need assistance, please call SP+ directly 628.400.8020.* More parking and transit information(https://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/location-directions#text-car) ? Coordinate & Connect:Want to carpool, share parking, or travel together on BART or Caltrain?Use the Comments section below to coordinate — it’s a great way to make the evening even more fun! ? Day-of-event texts: 415.309.1162 or 650.773.5841 ? More Info:  Official site: exploratorium.edu(https://www.exploratorium.edu/) "After Dark" Overview(https://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/calendar/after-dark)* "Glow Up" After Dark Thursday(https://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/calendar/after-dark-glow), Nov 20 ? Let’s explore, play, and laugh our way through a night of science, art, and connection — grownup-style! ? ? See our Group Guidelines HERE(https://sites.google.com/view/new-beginnings-guidelines/home) ? Support Our GroupWe rely on annual member donations to cover Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. If you haven’t donated in 2025, please consider a $10–$20 cash contribution (with your name) given directly to the event host. New? Enjoy a few events first — then pitch in if it feels like a good fit! ? Liability DisclaimerBy participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guest(s) RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/exploratorium-after-dark-playtime-for-grownups-in-sf/4400029181235512
- **Event Categories**: art, meetups, kids, trips-adventures, calendar, pop-ups, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: San Francisco
- **state**: CA
- **country**: us
- **location**: Exploratorium
- **lat**: 37.801388
- **long**: -122.397545
- **full address**: Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco, us

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is ? Exploratorium  After Dark  - Playtime for Grownups in SF! ? being held?
  - **A:** ? Exploratorium  After Dark  - Playtime for Grownups in SF! ? takes place on Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 pm at Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco, us.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** ? Exploratorium  After Dark  - Playtime for Grownups in SF! ? is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Francisco, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If ? Exploratorium  After Dark  - Playtime for Grownups in SF! ? sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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