Experiment and explore during nightLAB.
Celebrate Earth Month during nightLAB: Nature Unleashed! Adults 21+ can explore our special exhibition, Bugs, before it flies away, participate in a live science stage show, immerse themselves in the wonderful world of fungi during a special planetarium show, engage with community partners, enjoy food and drinks, and more.
nightLAB: Nature Unleashed is presented by the Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA).
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Programming Schedule
- All museum exhibitions are open for exploration from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- The Frost Planetarium and O, Miami have teamed up to present “UniVERSE,” an original poetic short film exploring the land, sea, and skies of South Florida and beyond. After journeying to the stars, return to Earth and enter nature’s hidden kingdom in the award-winning giant screen film, “Fungi: Web of Life.“ (30-minute experience, reserve onsite, limited availability)
- Frost Science’s Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology, Dr. Cary Woodruff, spills the tea during the Expert on Call presentation “Dino Drama: Display and Courtship in the Cretaceous.”
- Meet Frost Science’s ambassador raptors and learn about the museum’s Biological Programs Department! (10-minute experience)
- Join museum experts for rooftop terrace telescope viewing to observe the Moon, Jupiter and other bright objects in the Spring night sky. (Weather permitting)
- Turn your waste into something wonderful! Discover the science behind composting and how everyday scraps can transform into nutrient-rich soil with Compost for Life Miami.
- Race to answer science trivia questions and earn ingredients for an experiment during a special live science stage show. The first group to gather everything they need gets to put on the big show!
- Dive into the world of coral conservation with hands-on 3D modeling, real coral replicas, and cutting-edge tech as you explore how artificial reefs help marine life thrive with the Frost Science Education team! (45-minute experience)
- Discover the secret nocturnal lives of Pacific corals and fish, and experience the magic of biofluorescense with Frost Science’s Biological Programs Department.
- Learn about wild animals, interact with biofacts, and test your animal knowledge with the Zoo Miami Foundation!
The Details
Parking: Onsite parking is available in the museum garage for $18 flat rate, but is extremely limited. All cars must exit garage by 1:00 a.m. Member parking discount does not apply. To learn more about onsite and nearby parking alternatives, click here.
Members: Frost Science Members can purchase up to four tickets at $15.00 per person regardless of membership level entitlements.
Ticket Price
| Discounted Advance Rate March 10 – March 16 | $24.95 |
| Advance Rate March 17 – March 30 | $29.95 |
| Standard Rate March 31 – April 1 | $32.95 |
| General Admission April 2 | $34.95 |
**Special Downtown Miami Resident Promotion** On behalf of the Miami DDA, residents of Downtown Miami will receive a 10% discount on purchases at the Science Store. Promotion is valid with a photo ID showing a Downtown Miami zip code. *Applicable Zip Codes: 33128, 33130, 33131, 33132, 33136, 33137 (Offer is valid for non-members only.)
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Parking Instructions
- Onsite parking is available in the museum garage for $18 flat rate, but is extremely limited. All cars must exit garage by 1:00 a.m. Member parking discount does not apply.