Local treasures, tasty treats, live tattoos, and LED lion dances. It’s time to ring in the year of the snake the NightLife way. Our Lunar New Year celebration is not to be missed.

Nightlife is supported by Local Motion® Vodka Sodas, light, refreshing, and simply made with vodka, carbonated water, and natural flavors. Grab a can of Local Motion® at bars throughout NightLife this year!

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Music

Sounds by DJ Mish

DJ Mish
Piazza
6 - 10 PM

She’s here to set the immaculate vibes for the night. Hit the dance floor as DJ Mish lights up the Piazza with her signature blend of styles which may or may not include some Taiwanese Pop…

Check out DJ Mish's exclusive NightLife playlist on the NightLife Spotify page

NightLife Tattoo Shop presented by Parallax Tattoo & Art Studio

NightLife Tattoo Shop
Curiosity Grove
6 - 10 PM

Commemorate the year of the snake with a lasting memento — real tattoos (yep, the permanent kind). While spots to get inked are limited, partygoers can look on all night as a lucky few memorialize the year with a Lunar New Year inspired tattoo. Check back soon for details about how to snag a spot at this special tattoo pop-up shop with artists from Parallax Tattoo & Art Studio.

G’Ma’s Mahjong Lounge

G’Ma’s Mahjong Lounge
African Hall
6 - 9:30 PM

Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and test your luck – our friends at Baba’s House are back for some mahjong fun. Pick your lucky tiles for free play and mahjong tutorials all night long. Crossing our fingers that you have no chicken hands!

Lion Dance Remix (East Garden) - presented by Liondance ME

Lion Dance Remix
East Garden
8:30-ish PM

It’s about to glow down. The dancers at LionDanceME return with a fresh spin on a Lunar New Year tradition, a captivating LED lion dance performance you won’t want to miss.

Night(Life) Market

Night(Life) Market
Swamp/Grand Hall
6 - 10 PM

Meander and shop through our not-so-average night market featuring illustrated artwork you’ll be hard pressed to resist, handmade trinkets, and more, find one-of-a-kind treasures and treats from local Asian-owned businesses:

NightLife rules, regs, and reminders

NightLife is for adults 21+ only. Valid, physical photo ID required.

Last entry into Osher Rainforest is 7:30 pm — our animals need their sleep.

Morrison Planetarium passes are available online in advance for $5 each while supplies last. Showtimes are 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 pm. A limited number of standby seats will be available for all showtimes as space allows on a first-come, first-served basis.

Gems and Minerals Unearthed opens to the public at 8:30 pm. It is reserved for NightLife Plus guests from 6 - 8:30 pm.

Food and drink are not permitted in Osher Rainforest, Morrison Planetarium, or the Swamp.

Help everyone stay healthy: It's not required, but we encourage all guests to stay up-to-date on their vaccinations and to mask up indoors. If you’re feeling sick or have been in close contact with someone who has recently tested positive for COVID-19 or another respiratory virus, please visit another time. View our health and safety page.

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