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Fernbank After Dark

Offered the second Friday of each month, Fernbank After Dark presents a variety of unique after-hours experiences for grown-ups, including museum exhibits, live music, full bars, tapas menus, science demonstrations and more.

Exclusively for ages 21 and over, Fernbank After Dark is a unique date night for couples, a great place to meet up with friends and a fun experience for travelers. Each month highlights a different science theme and features a variety of fun and immersive programming.

Upcoming Fernbank After Dark Events*

Fernbank After Dark: H2-oh!
Friday, June 13, 2025 | 7-11 p.m. 

"Seas" the Day at Fernbank After Dark: H2-oh! We will be diving in and taking a deeper look at water with live animal encounters, hands-on activities and demonstrations.

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Fernbank After Dark: Survivor
Friday, July 11, 2025 | 7-11 p.m. 

Don't get voted off the island! Come show off your survival skills at Fernbank After Dark: Survivor with themed activities.

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Fernbank After Dark: The Great Outdoors
Friday, August 8, 2025 | 7-11 p.m.

Answer the call of the wild and quench your thirst for nature – and cocktails – at this tree-mendous event. Enjoy science based and nature-themed activities that will leave you rooting for more!

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Know Before You Go

  • When purchased online, tickets are $18.95 for members and $23.95 for nonmembers. Tickets purchased at the box office or over the phone are an additional $3. Does not include taxes or fees.
  • While the fun is unlimited, parking is not. We recommend Uber, Lyft or a Taxi to join the party.
  • Please drink responsibly.
  • Tickets are non-refundable. Date changes are subject to a $2 per ticket transfer fee.

*All events and activities are subject to change.