Parents
A Lifetime of Memories
Chabot is committed to helping parents inspire and educate their kids to become the next generation of science leaders, innovators and dreamers.
We offer many fun family activities that help accomplish this goal as well as have fun together and create memories that will last a lifetime!
Spend the night in the museum, become a member, marvel at the large Moon Rock on display, go on a mission together in our Challenger Learning Center® and look at galaxies far far away. Don't forget to pick up some Astronaut ice cream in our Starry Nights Gift Shop before you return home.
The list below is just some of the things you will find especially for PARENTS at Chabot.
Bookmark this page to find out about all the exciting things that we have just for Parents.
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Space & Science Camp
June 24 - August 2
Welcome to the ultimate camp experience for aspiring scientists, engineers, inventors and space explorers. Brought to you by Galileo Learning, Chabot Space & Science Camp provides rising 3rd - 7th grade campers with an ideal mix of learning and fun.
Extended care is available from 8am - 9am and 4pm - 6pm.
Moonlight Hike
Friday, June 21 (6:30pm - 9:30pm)
Tickets: $10 (does not include admission into the Center)
RSVP Recommended, space is limited!
Register online or call (510) 336-7373
Experience the summer solstice with our Moonlight Hike. Hike through the redwoods in twilight and moonlight on a moderate 4-5 mile hike. Come beforehand at 6pm to see a quick demonstration about the summer solstice. After the hike, stay and view the night sky through our telescopes (weather permitting) or tour the Telescope Makers Workshop. Hike will take place rain or shine.
Dinner, a Movie & the Universe
Friday & Saturday Evenings
Guests: $23 Adults / $16 Children
Members: $15 Adults / $11 Children
Dinner only walk-ins welcome: $17 Adults / $13 Children
(Price does not include admission to the Center)
By popular demand, Dinner, a Movie & the Universe, our unique after-dark offering has returned. Join us for a full-course dinner in our mezzanine, enjoy our live-narrated Planetarium show Inspired by Space: A Cosmos 360 Production, and view the night sky through our telescopes (weather permitting). Reservations are strongly encouraged. Surrounded by the majestic Redwoods, stars in the sky, and our beautiful facility, DMU is the ideal destination for a first date or 50th, family gathering or rendezvous with friends. Reserve your space today and let us give you the Universe and dessert..jpg)
Tyke Explorers Workshop
Tuesday, June 25
(10am or 2pm)
For Ages 3 - 5 years
What's the Earth Made Of?
This series begins with a tour of the earth- inside and out! Then learn how our earth makes all the different types of rocks we see. Finally we'll look inside the rocks to find fossils of animals that lived long ago.
X-15, Aerospace Mutation
Fridays with Faride
Friday, June 28 (7pm - 8pm)
Included with General Admission
The X-15 was truly one of the most cutting edge ideas ever to come from drafting tables. Scientists say that there was a first sea creature that took an evolutionary leap out of Earth's ocean to become the ancestor of all land animals. The X-15 is the first primitive spacecraft to retain its hereditary vestiges from aviation; like legs on fish carrying its wings into space where they serve no purpose. This test vehicle left Earth's atmosphere to become the evolutionary link to all manned spacecraft.
We Are Aliens
ALL NEW Full-dome Planetarium Show
Showing July 2 - December 15
Ever since the two men in black showed up, summer means ALIENS and we’re right on board with a new planetarium show! We Are Aliens, narrated by Rupert Grint, journeys through the galaxy searching for evidence of life. This animated piece is great for all ages as scientists explore the vast universe asking the question that has sparked curiosity and inspired exploration for generations: are we alone? Colorful and fun, intriguing and exciting, this full dome experience appeals to the kid in all of us.
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Member Movie Night
Sunday, July 7 (5:30pm)
FREE Member Admission, RSVP Required!
Space is limited and by reservation only,
so call (510) 336-7392 for tickets today.
July's members-only movie is the action adventure Captain America. Join us in the MegaDome Theater for this free, members-only screening. Refreshments will be available by donation.
Tyke Explorers Workshop
Tuesdays: Jul 9 | Jul 16 | Jul 30
(10am or 2pm)
For Ages 3 - 5 years
Water, Water, Everywhere!
Join us as we discover different properties of water and explore incredible water habitats including kelp forests.
Men in Black
Cosmos & Cocktails
Friday, July 12 (7pm)
Guests: $21 Adults / $17 Children
Members: $5 Adults / Free for Children
Includes General Admission
Join us for Men in Black, the sci-fi comedy classic that follows a New York detective who joins a secret organization that polices extraterrestrial on Earth. Grab dinner in the café or a glass of wine before the show. A perfect night out for parents! On-site childcare is available.
Additional on-site childcare
provided for kids ages 2-5 years: $12 per child
For more information or to
make a reservation, contact: (510) 336-7395
Star Stories
Saturday, July 13 (8pm - 10pm)
Tickets: $8 (children 1 year & under free)
Does not include General Admission
Lay on the grass and look up at the stars this summer! Bring your sleeping bags and blankets and come listen to an expert stargazer explain the mythology behind the constellations, stories from the night sky as seen throughout history and look for planets and other clues to help orient you to the night's sky.
Space is limited. Call (510) 336-7373 today
to reserve your spot on the hill.
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Member Telescope Viewing
Sunday, July 14 (7:30pm - 10:30pm)
FREE Member Admission, RSVP Required!
Space is limited and by reservation only,
so call (510) 336-7392 for tickets today.
Each Sunday preceding the 1st quarter moon, the Eastbay Astronomical Society invites you to a special private telescope viewing. Unlike our regular viewing on Friday and Saturday evenings, EAS personalizes the experience by taking viewing requests, live interaction, and hosting tours and it's exclusively for our members!
Moonlight Hike
Friday, July 19 (6:30pm - 9:30pm)
Tickets: $10 (does not include admission into the Center)
RSVP Recommended, space is limited!
Register online or call (510) 336-7373
Hike through the redwoods in twilight and moonlight on a moderate 4-5 mile hike. After the hike, stay and view the night sky through our telescopes (weather permitting) or tour the Telescope Makers Workshop. Hike will take place rain or shine.
The Mercury Seven
Fridays with Faride
Friday, July 26 (7pm - 8pm)
Included with General Admission
Soon after the newly formed National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) introduction of the first seven American astronauts, these men became instant celebrities of their time. With each launch of a Mercury capsule, we left the starting blocks and entered into a fierce space race with the then Soviet Union. NASA's Project Mercury was the first step Americans took into the unknown realm of space. The gallant Mercury Seven Astronauts proved that man was capable of surviving space travel, and that we were well on our way and up to challenge of going farther from our home planet.Star Stories
Saturday, July 27 (8pm - 10pm)
Tickets: $8 (children 1 year & under free)
Does not include General Admission
Lay on the grass and look up at the stars this summer! Bring your sleeping bags and blankets and come listen to an expert stargazer explain the mythology behind the constellations, stories from the night sky as seen throughout history and look for planets and other clues to help orient you to the night's sky.
Space is limited. Call (510) 336-7373 today
to reserve your spot on the hill.
Cosmos 360 with Alex Filippenko
Cosmos 360 with Special Guest Speaker: Alex Filippenko
Friday, August 2 (6:30pm & 8:30pm)
Guests: $21 Adults / $10 Children
Members: $10 Adults / $7 Children
Includes General Admission
Every Friday and Saturday night we guide you through the cosmos with a live planetarium presentation of our series Cosmos 360. This Friday, we are pleased to have astronomer and Nobel Prize winner Alex Filippenko of UC Berkeley join the journey! Truly an out of this world experience.Star Stories
Saturday, August 10 (8pm - 10pm)
Tickets: $8 (children 1 year & under free)
Does not include General Admission
Lay on the grass and look up at the stars this summer! Bring your sleeping bags and blankets and come listen to an expert stargazer explain the mythology behind the constellations, stories from the night sky as seen throughout history and look for planets and other clues to help orient you to the night's sky.
Space is limited. Call (510) 336-7373 today
to reserve your spot on the hill.
Forbidden Planet & Phantom Planet
DOUBLE FEATURE!
Saturday, August 17 (6:30pm - 10:30pm)
Guests: $21 Adults / $17 Children
Members: $5 Adults / Free for Children
Includes General Admission
Two tales of high adventure in deep space:
First up, the 1956 classic Forbidden Planet. Commander J.J.Adams, portrayed by Leslie Nielsen, leads the crew of the Space Cruiser C-57D on a mission to a distant world where the mysterious Dr. Morbius, and Robby the Robot guard terrifying secrets of an ancient alien race! This is '50's sci-fi at its best!
Then it's onto the schlocky sci-fi fun of 1961's The Phantom Planet. Two astronauts are sent to investigate the sudden appearance of a rogue planet only to find a miniature civilization, hideous monsters, bad acting and a ridiculous plot! Low budget laughable space opera fun!
Star Stories
Saturday, August 24 (8pm - 10pm)
Tickets: $8 (children 1 year & under free)
Does not include General Admission
Lay on the grass and look up at the stars this summer! Bring your sleeping bags and blankets and come listen to an expert stargazer explain the mythology behind the constellations, stories from the night sky as seen throughout history and look for planets and other clues to help orient you to the night's sky.
Space is limited. Call (510) 336-7373 today
to reserve your spot on the hill.
Member Movie Night
Sunday, August 25 (5:30pm)
FREE Member Admission, RSVP Required!
Space is limited and by reservation only,
so call (510) 336-7392 for tickets today.
August's members-only movie is the magical tale The Secret Garden. Join us in the MegaDome Theater for this free, members-only screening. Refreshments will be available by donation.
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