21+ Nights
Experience an exclusive after-hours party at the Science Center, spread across all four floors. With no kids around, dive into deeper science content, witness daring experiments, and enjoy party games with friends. Explore fascinating topics like pop culture, mythology, space, and more. Drinks are available for purchase, making it the perfect adults-only night out in Pittsburgh!
Valid ID is required for entry.
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Upcoming events:
21+ Night: Swiftie Science
Fri., Dec. 13
6–10 pm
Swifties, are you…Ready for it? On Taylor Swift’s birthday, we’re turning the Science Center into your personal Wonderland for an epic night of music, science, and fun at Swiftie Science!
Come dressed in your favorite era and enjoy:
- Dazzling science demos that’ll make you feel like you’re living in a real-life “Sparks Fly” moment.
- Shake it off on the dance floor and sing your heart out at laser karaoke.
- Full access to all the Science Center’s exhibits – because even science is feeling 22!
- Spot tiny Taylors in every era in Miniature Railroad & Village®
- Trivia games that’ll have you shouting, “I Knew It All Too Well” (Our Version).
- Themed cocktails – because let’s be honest, you’ll need a drink to calm down after all this excitement!
Whether you’re a daydreamer from the Debut days or part of the Lover era crew, come party like it’s 1989 and experience a birthday bash that’s “The 1” for every Swiftie!
21+ Night: Happy New Yinz
Fri., Jan. 10
6–10 pm
Are yinz ready for 2025? Come on dahn to the Science Center to welcome the new year with all things Pittsburgh! Enjoy a night on the tahn and celebrate the ‘Burgh.
- Meet entertainer and influencer Joe Long
! - Share your Pixburgh opinions with an interactive comedy show
- Learn about science in Pittsburgh with our fun demos n’at
- Be nebby and enjoy full access to all the Science Center’s exhibits
- Sip on some Yinzer-themed cocktails (get Deb her crahn and cokes!)
- Come dressed in your ‘Burgh Best!
So don’t be a jag and come on aht! We’ll redd up the place for you and everything!
21+ Night: Seductive Science
Fri., Feb. 14
6–10 pm
Celebrate Valentines Day the smart and sexy way at the Science Center after hours! Grab your pals, a date, or go solo to learn about the science behind love and attraction.
- Explore the anatomy of pleasure and why our bodies respond the way they do
- Meet new people speed-dating style!
- Take a sultry stroll around all the Science Center’s exhibits
- Enjoy an evening under the stars at Buhl Planetarium
- Indulge in Valentines Day themed cocktails
21+ Night: Pi Day
Fri., March 14
6–10 pm
There are infinite reasons for you to come to the Science Center and our Pi Day 21+ Night is one of them! Celebrate all things pi(e) as well as Albert Einstein’s birthday with us.
- Learn about how pi impacts our daily lives through fun science demos
- Compete in a pi(e) eating contest in the name of science!
- Explore all the Science Center’s exhibits after hours
- Capture a memory with our Einstein photo booth
- Drink up with our themed cocktails
About 21+ Nights at Carnegie Science Center
Carnegie Science Center is not just for kids! Adult-night events in Pittsburgh are not all the same. Whether you are looking for a great date night, a place to meet new friends, conversation about current science topics or events, or things to do in Pittsburgh, you can find them here. 21+ Nights at the Science Center will challenge you, entertain you, and provide you with something different to do with friends.
Please see the safety guidelines in place to learn what is being done to ensure safe and fun experiences for all visitors.
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