The Fleet After Dark

The Fleet After Dark This is the place for news about the Fleet Science Center's 21+, fun after-hours events! Science is for all ages. Quench your thirst for knowledge … and beer.

The Fleet Science Center tailors specific programs to the adults of San Diego. After work, head over to our social events that are held throughout the community and at our facility. All year long, the Fleet offers a wide variety of dynamic and engaging programs for adults who are curious and passionate about science. If you want to take a more social approach to your science discovery, join us at

a Fleet Night of Science. Leave the kids at home and enjoy stimulating conversations about cutting-edge science, indulge in cocktails and let your curiosity run wild exploring our interactive exhibits. Science is in your everyday life; make it a part of your social life. Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar takes place at 25 different bars simultaneously across San Diego County. After work, walk into a bar and meet local scientists and researchers from all types of fields. Ask questions about intriguing topics or inquire about literally anything; no topic is off-limits. Suds & Science is your monthly chance to connect with other curious scientific minds over a beer—or two—and take part in an in-depth discussion about important scientific topics. The Fleet partners with local bars and scientists to bring you an evening with a fun-yet-informative presentation, which kicks off an extended discussion
between the scientist and the audience­­–all while the audience drinks along.

When you Volunteer at the Fleet Science Center, you help connect people of all ages to the possibilities and power of sc...
05/29/2026

When you Volunteer at the Fleet Science Center, you help connect people of all ages to the possibilities and power of science. Learn more about upcoming volunteering opportunities, today. 💙💫

https://bit.ly/3DcivdK

Thinking of making stargazing a full-time job? Andrea Henderson () has just the guide for you! 🔭✨Swipe 👈 to learn more a...
04/24/2026

Thinking of making stargazing a full-time job? Andrea Henderson () has just the guide for you! 🔭✨

Swipe 👈 to learn more about some of the different paths you can take in astrophysics, and let us know in the comments which is your favorite. 💫

Happy Earth Day, Fleetsters! 🌎✨In the Fleet's latest blog, we're seeing Earth Day from a new perspective, thanks to the ...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day, Fleetsters! 🌎✨

In the Fleet's latest blog, we're seeing Earth Day from a new perspective, thanks to the brave NASA astronauts who recently completed their successful Lunar Flyby mission and their reflections on humanity, our planet, and our responsibility to protect it.

“In all of this emptiness, this is a whole bunch of nothing, this thing we call the universe, you have this oasis, this beautiful place that we get to exist in together." – Pilot Victor Glover, Artemis II 🚀

Read more: https://bit.ly/4sZV8M0



Image Credit: Spaceship Earth | NASA

Join us for an exciting adventure on Saturday, April 18, from 2:30–10:30 p.m. in a night under the stars at Palomar Obse...
04/03/2026

Join us for an exciting adventure on Saturday, April 18, from 2:30–10:30 p.m. in a night under the stars at Palomar Observatory! 🌌

Take a private tour, hear from a local astronomer, and stargaze from the historic Palomar Mountain in the new The Sky Tonight: Palomar Observatory Experience. This event is 18+, and spots are filling fast. Get your tickets today! 🔭✨

https://bit.ly/2Uxt48d

All systems are GO!✨🚀Join us at the Fleet from April 9–11 for ARTEMIS Week, and celebrate humanity's return to deep spac...
04/02/2026

All systems are GO!✨🚀

Join us at the Fleet from April 9–11 for ARTEMIS Week, and celebrate humanity's return to deep space exploration. 🌕

Meet space explorers, engineers, and scientists shaping humanity's journey to the Moon and beyond. Enjoy hands-on demos, NASA exhibits, and engaging conversations that bring the wonders of space down to Earth. 🌍💫

Get tickets and plan your splashdown day 🚀: https://bit.ly/46goNrs

Sharp Minds | April 6 🐝✨ Did you know honey bees communicate through dance? Join UC San Diego professor James C. Nieh to...
03/31/2026

Sharp Minds | April 6 🐝✨
Did you know honey bees communicate through dance? Join UC San Diego professor James C. Nieh to discover how bees learn, teach, and guide each other using movement! 💃🕺

🕥 10:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Heikoff Giant Dome Theater

https://bit.ly/2SsXWpk

We're on the ballot again thanks to YOU! 💙 Vote for the Fleet Science Center as Best Museum in San Diego Magazine's Best...
03/12/2026

We're on the ballot again thanks to YOU! 💙 Vote for the Fleet Science Center as Best Museum in San Diego Magazine's Best Of 2026 now through March 22. 🗳️

Your support helps us keep sparking curiosity and bringing science to life throughout San Diego. 🔬✨

Cast your vote today: https://bit.ly/4h6fXQd

Curiosity is thriving at the Fleet Science Center! 🔬✨In the past year, the Fleet reached more than 424,000 people across...
03/10/2026

Curiosity is thriving at the Fleet Science Center! 🔬✨

In the past year, the Fleet reached more than 424,000 people across San Diego, including nearly 147,000 students and youth who discovered science through hands-on exhibits, school programs, and community initiatives.

See how families, educators, and curious kids are helping spark a love of science across our region in the 2025 Impact Report: https://bit.ly/4cH3ZO8

🚀 You can help keep the momentum going! Donate to the Fleet's Rock-It Science annual fund and support hands-on science experiences for our community: https://bit.ly/3GQsA1E

03/04/2026

Coming Soon to the Giant Dome Screen 🐺✨

Lost Wolves of Yellowstone unearths one of the most daring wildlife experiments in American History.

Told through long-lost 16mm archival footage, the film captures the tense early days of the reintroduction of a small group of Canadian Wolves to Yellowstone National Park. 🏞️

Join us for the public opening on March 20, starting at 11 a.m. Head to the link in bio to watch the full trailer and get your tickets! 🎟️🍿

🚀 Hey, Fleetsters! 🚀 We're in the running for San Diego Magazine's Best of 2026 Awards 🏆 Now through March 22, you can v...
02/24/2026

🚀 Hey, Fleetsters! 🚀 We're in the running for San Diego Magazine's Best of 2026 Awards 🏆

Now through March 22, you can vote for the Fleet Science Center for Best Museum! ✨🏛️

Thank you for helping us connect everyone to the power of science. 💙

Vote today: https://bit.ly/4h6fXQd

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