21+ Only | A valid government-issued ID is required for entry for all attendees
The perfect texture for running you say? We couldn’t agree more. OMSI After Dark: Chill Out dives into cold weather science and how to relax during the slow, dark months of winter. Slip into your flannel pajamas and cozy up for a night of hot cocoa and snowflakes.
What to Expect: OMSI After Dark is a monthly event for guests 21 and over to explore the museum with a beverage in hand. On top of being able to roam the museum without minors, the added bonus of these events are the curated vendors, lectures relating to the monthly theme, and the Planetarium will be hosting four shows. This month’s vendors and lectures will relate to winter science but there will not be an exhibit about it. Check out the list of vendors below to see who is coming!
Visit the Theory Restaurant during happy hour! Happy Hour is from 5-6pm for ticket holders in the Theory Restaurant. Grab a beverage or a bite to eat and once the doors to the event open at 6pm, you’re free to leave Theory and explore the event! This is for folks who pre-purchased a ticket for the event. Last entry to Happy Hour is 5:45pm.
OMSI After Dark General Admission
$30.00 per person
Includes access to:
-The Featured Exhibit
-OMSI’s Natural Sciences Hall and Turbine Hall
-Planetarium Shows
-Lectures in the Empirical Theater
-Local Vendors
Activities Happening All Night
Exhibits
A dynamic, hands-on exhibit space where visitors explore real-world science through interactive challenges like building, testing, and designing solutions to environmental and engineering problems.
Natural Sciences Hall
OMSI’s renovated Natural Sciences Hall is open! This hall has been turned into a dynamic space aimed at deepening public understanding of climate related challenges and community-level actions.
Attractions
Vendors | See below for a full list of artisan food and beverage vendors, as well as themed vendors that will be tabling around the museum.
OMSI Photo Booth
Timed Activities
Planetarium Shows
TBD
Check back in for science lectures in the Empirical Theater!
Snack + Drink Samplers
Still mixing the hot cocoa. Check back later!
Themed Vendors
They’re all on the mountain right now. More to come!
Our Theory restaurant will be open from 5-10pm! Happy Hour is open from 5-6pm for ticket holders. Grab dinner or a drink before the event begins at 6pm. Enjoy wine, beer, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages. Our bars will close at 9:30pm, and alcohol samples given by vendors will end at 9:45pm.
Questions? Email [email protected].
Ticketing questions call 503.797.4000 x0
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions? Email [email protected] or call 503.797.4000 x0.
Is this event 21 and over only?
Yes, you must be 21+ to attend. Minors are not allowed. Everyone must present a valid government issued ID.
If I’m unable to attend, can I get a refund?
Yes. If your plans change, if you are feeling sick or have been potentially exposed to COVID please stay home. To request a refund email [email protected] or call 503.797.4000 x0. We will give refunds until 5pm the night of the event.
Is there food and beverage at this event?
Yes, our restaurant, Theory will be open and selling salads, sandwiches, pizza, and more. Plus, we will have bars with beer, wine, cider and non-alcoholic drinks. We also typically have a couple artisan vendors giving out free samples of alcohol or snacks.
Interested in exploring the area? Check out WonderLove, the food cart pod just down the street from OMSI. They are offering OAD ticket holders 20% off with the code: SPOOKED. A special complimentary offer at the WonderLove bar and WonderCat Pizza cart. Whether you’re pre-gaming or celebrating afterward, we have local food carts, drinks, and room to hang out. (Not valid during Happy Hour).
Do I have to pay for parking?
Parking is $2 plus fees for after-hours events.
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