Penguins+Pajamas Sleepovers

2018

• Saturday, October 13
• Friday, November 9

2019

• Friday, January 25 (Girl Scout exclusive)
• Saturday, February 9
• Saturday, February 23
• Friday, March 8 (Boy Scout exclusive)
• Friday, March 29 (Boy Scout exclusive)
• Friday, April 26 (Girl Scout exclusive)
• Friday, May 10
• Saturday, June 8

Admission begins at 6 pm and the event ends at 8 am the following day.

$119/person
$99/Academy members

Price includes:

• Overnight stay in one of our exhibit areas
• Live animal demonstrations
• Osher Rainforest access until 8 pm
• Planetarium showings
• Late night snack and early morning breakfast
• Overnight parking in Music Concourse Garage
• Next day admission to the Academy

Our Penguins + Pajamas sleepover program is open to children ages 5-17. An adult chaperone (25 and older) must accompany every group of no more than five children, and assume full responsibility for such children. No persons 25 and older may participate in the sleepover unless accompanied by a child for whom the adult is responsible. Similarly, no unaccompanied children may participate in the Sleepover. People between the ages of 18 and 24 are welcome, but may not serve as chaperones. Chaperones are responsible for the behavior and safety of the children attending, who must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

All our events, including scout exclusive events, are coed, and we welcome moms, dads, brothers, sisters, and even interested friends as part of your group.

For more information:

• Guidelines and Safety Rules (pdf)
• Group Planning Guide (pdf)
• Individual Planning Guide (pdf) 

What do I need to bring to the sleepover?
The Academy requires a signed Waiver of Liability form for each adult and each child attending a sleepover. For children, the Waiver must be signed by the child’s parent or guardian. The Waiver of Liability must identify the adult who will be responsible for the child during the sleepover. Only original Waivers will be accepted; no faxes or copies. No one can be admitted without a completed Waiver. Click here for a checklist of what to bring to the Academy for the sleepover.

Can I stay at the Academy the next morning?
After the Sleepover ends at 8 am, if you would like to spend the day at the Academy you may get your hand stamped and re-enter when the building opens for the day.

Can I bring my own food?
We do not allow outside food into the Academy during sleepovers, except in connection to a dietary restriction (please contact us in advance to arrange this). Dinner and drinks are available for purchase at the Academy Café from 6–9 pm. A bedtime snack and breakfast the next day are included.

Can I leave at any time during the sleepover?
There are no in/out privileges during the sleepover. If you leave the sleepover for any reason before its conclusion, you may re-enter when the Academy re-opens the next day.

Where can I park?
Garage parking is included; bring your ticket with you for validation. Please note that there is no overnight street parking (as per Golden Gate Park regulations) and that the garage is not operated by the Academy.

Full payment is due at the time of booking for up to 9 individuals. Groups of 10 or more must pay a non-refundable deposit equal to 50% of the number of the people in their group within 3 business days of booking request. Full payment is due 60 days prior to the event date. If requested more than 30 days prior to the event, up to 10 tickets of an order may be rescheduled once without penalty. No refunds or reschedulings will be given or permitted within 30 days of the event date. The Academy reserves the right to cancel any Penguins+Pajamas sleepover at any time.