Hours of Operation

Daily: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

First Wednesday of the month: 10 a.m.–8:15 p.m.

Craveology Café and the North Star Science Store: Temporarily closed. Learn more about our renovation project here.

Feb 21, 2026

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

8:30pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

Feb 22, 2026

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

11:00am

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

4:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

5:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

Feb 23, 2026

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

11:00am

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

4:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

5:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

Feb 24, 2026

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

11:00am

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

4:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

5:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

Feb 25, 2026

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

11:00am

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

4:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

5:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

Feb 26, 2026

A space image with an astronaut with Apollo 11 lettering on a the black background.

Apollo 11

11:00am

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of NASA's Apollo 11 mission, Apollo 11: First Steps Edition takes audiences on a thrilling, cinematic adventure fol

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

A space image with an astronaut with Apollo 11 lettering on a the black background.

Apollo 11

4:00pm

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of NASA's Apollo 11 mission, Apollo 11: First Steps Edition takes audiences on a thrilling, cinematic adventure fol

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

5:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

Feb 27, 2026

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

11:00am

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

4:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

5:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

Feb 28, 2026

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

11:00am

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

12:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space

Deep Sky Documentary

1:00pm

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

A captivating image displays two otters playfully in a river, surrounded by a lush green backdrop and towering mountain range. The otters vivid fur, a yellow object, and the glistening water create a serene, natures masterpiece.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure

2:00pm

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, a new IMAX® film at the Fleet Science Center. Discover t

The Blue Angels. Two squadron airplanes in midair with the sky behind with clouds below. The sun is hiding behind clouds. The Blue Angels logo is under the Airplanes.

The Blue Angels

3:00pm

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage.

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

6:15pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

8:30pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

Mar 02, 2026

Two seniors making hand shadows on a violet and red colored wall

Senior Mondays

12:00am

An engaging lecture followed by an exciting show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater for seniors 65 and better

A view of people sitting in theater style chairs in a darkened room from behind. The people are front lit so we only see the outlines of the seated people. The top of the image is brighter and has a purple and blue glow.

Sharp Minds

10:30am

Engage with local scientists as they discuss their latest research and discoveries.

Mar 04, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

7:00pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

8:15pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Mar 05, 2026

A group of people pose in a brewery and smile at the camera

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

6:00pm

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

A group of people pose in a brewery and smile at the camera

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

6:00pm

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

Mar 06, 2026

A group of people pose in a brewery and smile at the camera

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

6:30pm

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

Mar 07, 2026

A toddler boy looks at a marble run and smiles widely

Young Scientists

9:00am

Discover the wonders of science together

Mar 08, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

11:00am

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Mar 13, 2026

A group of people pose in a brewery and smile at the camera

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

6:00pm

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

6:15pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

6:15pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

8:30pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

A woman playing violin surrounded by hundreds of candles

Candlelight Concerts

8:30pm

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world

Mar 14, 2026

A toddler boy looks at a marble run and smiles widely

Young Scientists

9:00am

Discover the wonders of science together

A young boy leans on a table and grins while looking at a beakers with red and blue liquid

Scout Workshops

9:00am

Earn a badge while connecting with other scouts

A young boy leans on a table and grins while looking at a beakers with red and blue liquid

Scout Workshops

11:00am

Earn a badge while connecting with other scouts

Mar 17, 2026

Suds & Science

6:30pm

Scientific minds meet in a local bar

Mar 18, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

7:00pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Mar 19, 2026

A group of people pose in a brewery and smile at the camera

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

6:00pm

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

Mar 20, 2026

A group of people pose in a brewery and smile at the camera

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

5:00pm

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

Mar 21, 2026

Young girl with large headphones and closed eyes, smiling with a rainbow overlaid on top in the corners

Accessibility Mornings

9:00am

A sensory-friendly experience

A toddler boy looks at a marble run and smiles widely

Young Scientists

9:00am

Discover the wonders of science together

Mar 28, 2026

A toddler boy looks at a marble run and smiles widely

Young Scientists

9:00am

Discover the wonders of science together

Apr 01, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

7:00pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

8:15pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Apr 06, 2026

Two seniors making hand shadows on a violet and red colored wall

Senior Mondays

12:00am

An engaging lecture followed by an exciting show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater for seniors 65 and better

A view of people sitting in theater style chairs in a darkened room from behind. The people are front lit so we only see the outlines of the seated people. The top of the image is brighter and has a purple and blue glow.

Sharp Minds

10:30am

Engage with local scientists as they discuss their latest research and discoveries.

Apr 12, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

11:00am

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Apr 15, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

7:00pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Apr 17, 2026

A green and blue graphic with english on the green side and spanish on the left. The background is a pattern of line art science related items. The english reads '2023 San Ysidro STEM Fair' and the spanish reads '2023 Feria de Ciencia de San Ysidro'

San Ysidro STEM Fair

1:30pm

The Annual San Ysidro STEM Fair is a co-created celebration of curiosity, community, and opportunity.

Apr 18, 2026

Young girl with large headphones and closed eyes, smiling with a rainbow overlaid on top in the corners

Accessibility Mornings

9:00am

A sensory-friendly experience

May 04, 2026

Two seniors making hand shadows on a violet and red colored wall

Senior Mondays

12:00am

An engaging lecture followed by an exciting show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater for seniors 65 and better

May 06, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

7:00pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

8:15pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

May 16, 2026

Young girl with large headphones and closed eyes, smiling with a rainbow overlaid on top in the corners

Accessibility Mornings

9:00am

A sensory-friendly experience

May 17, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

11:00am

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

May 20, 2026

Spiral galaxy

The Sky Tonight

7:00pm

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

May 23, 2026

A young boy leans on a table and grins while looking at a beakers with red and blue liquid

Scout Workshops

9:00am

Earn a badge while connecting with other scouts

A young boy leans on a table and grins while looking at a beakers with red and blue liquid

Scout Workshops

11:00am

Earn a badge while connecting with other scouts

Jun 01, 2026

Two seniors making hand shadows on a violet and red colored wall

Senior Mondays

12:00am

An engaging lecture followed by an exciting show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater for seniors 65 and better

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

Jun 02, 2026

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

Jun 03, 2026

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

children play with slime inside a classroom at the fleet science center

STEM Camps

9:00am

Turning curious kids into happy campers

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