Our annual fundraiser, Exploring Curiosity After Dark

Night Owl 2026

Night Owl Returns September 18

  • A group sits outside

    Magic Hour 6:00-7:00pm

    Get in early before the crowds and enjoy all the activities and vendors we have to offer with shorter lines and a gentler atmosphere before the party ramps up. Passes are limited and will be a small add-on price to your ticket purchase. Be sure to get yours soon! Photo by Mama-T Photography.

    Tickets Available Soon

  • Night Owl 7:00-10:00PM

    The main event! A spectacular evening with live music, a murder mystery, an enchanted forest costume contest, food vendors, drinks on tap, animal meet-and-greets, and opportunities to learn about the curiosities of the natural world. Night Owl will be a night to remember! Photo by Mama-T Photography.

    Tickets Available Soon

  • Enchanted Forest Costume Contest

    Step into the Enchanted Wood and join us for a costume contest with a fabulous prize for the winner! Get creative with the theme of magic in nature and dress to impress!

    More information coming soon

Make a major impact on the night and the community that will felt for the next year! Sponsors can receive priority tickets, name recognition and logo placement on event advertising, and more. Check out options below and send questions to Wolfe@pgmuseum.org.

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Sponsor the Night

In nature, the party only gets started after dark! Curiosities abound at this year’s Night Owl, where we have all sorts of nocturnal fun planned:

  • Get a Clue during our murder mystery

  • Cast a spell during our Enchanted Forest Costume Contest

  • Meet and Greet all sorts of nocturnal creatures

  • Enjoy live music

  • Whet your whistle with delicious local beverages

  • Purchase a delicious dinner or snack from local vendors

  • Glimpse the mystery of the future with numerology readings

  • Explore the Museum after dark, and so much more…

Magic Hour
$15 Members / $20 General

Tickets coming soon

21+ Admission includes a special early entry and opportunity to explore the night without the crowds.

Night Owl
$40 Members / $55 General

Tickets coming soon

21+ Admission includes one drink ticket. Space is limited.

General Information Accessibility

  • This is a 21+ event. While we love doing fun things for kids year-round, this event is an opportunity for adults to learn, imbibe, and enjoy

  • This event will occur inside the PG Museum and outside the Museum on Central Avenue - the galleries, gardens, and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Festivities will be held on both level ground and slightly slanted areas in the garden. An elevator to the upper floor of the Museum is available

  • Limited amount of tickets available, this event sells out, we recommend securing tickets early

  • Please leave your pets and emotional support animals at home.

  • Email Admin@pgmuseum.org with any questions or help with registration

Thank You to Our Sponsors