Tickets

All guests are strongly encouraged to purchase tickets in advance online. Museum members do not need to reserve admission tickets and should simply bring their member card. However, please note that a separate, timed ticket is required for the Infinity Theater, Planetarium, or certain temporary exhibitions, including for members.

If you need to reschedule your tickets, please call Guest Services at 303.370.6000 at least 24 hours in advance of your scheduled time.

Admission fees and hours are subject to change.

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Pricing

General Members
Experience Adult Youth (3-18) Senior (65+)
Museum Admission $25.95 $20.95 $22.95
Planetarium +7 +6 +6
Infinity Theater +10 +7 +7
The Power of Poison FREE with Museum admission FREE with Museum admission FREE with Museum admission
Animals of the Rainforest FREE with Museum admission FREE with Museum admission FREE with Museum admission
Experience Member Adult Member Youth (3-18) Member Senior (65+)
Museum Admission FREE FREE FREE
Planetarium +6 +5 +5
Infinity Theater +8 +6 +6
The Power of Poison FREE FREE FREE
Animals of the Rainforest FREE FREE FREE

Adult and Family Groups

Pricing for groups of 10 or more non-members. A $50 non-refundable deposit will be required at the time of reservation for all non-school groups. This fee will be applied towards the final cost of your visit once payment in full has been made.

Plan your group’s visit today by contacting our group sales specialist at 303.370.6000 or [email protected].

Experience Adult Youth (3-18) Senior (65+) College
General Admission $23.36 $18.86 $20.66 $20.66
Planetarium +7 +6 +6 +4
Special Exhibit N/A N/A N/A N/A
Infinity Theater + 10 + 7 + 7 + 7

Free Days and Free Nights

Satisfy your science curiosity during our SCFD Free Days and Free Nights. No tickets are needed for general Museum admission on these days!

Free days/nights are made possible by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District, a voter-approved special district in the seven-county metro area that provides a stable source of supplemental funding to more than 300 scientific and cultural organizations inside the district's boundaries. Learn more at scfd.org.

Monday, Jan. 8- Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 28- Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 25- Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 28 - Día del Niño 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Tuesday, June 4- Free Night 5-9 p.m.

Wednesday, June 19- Juneteenth 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 21- Free Night 5-9 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 10- Free Night 5-9 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 30- Free Day 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 20- Out! at the Museum 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 2- Denver Arts Week: Night at the Museums

Monday, Nov. 18- Free Day 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 8- Free Day 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday, January 12 Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, February 2 Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Monday, April 7 Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 27 (Día del Niño, in collaboration with the Mexican Cultural Center) Free Day9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Monday, May 12 Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Thursday, June 19 (Juneteenth) Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Monday, August 25 Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Monday, September 15Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, October 12 (Out! at the Museum) Free Day9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Saturday evening, November 1 (Night at the Museums for Denver Arts Week) Free Night 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Monday, December 8 Free Day 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Discounts

MY DENVER CARD

Exciting news! The Museum is accepting MY Denver Cards throughout the entire month of December. All school-age children living or attending school in the City and County of Denver can enjoy FREE access to the Museum through this program. 

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SNAP/MUSEUMS FOR ALL

Please bring your SNAP EBT card with you and verify at the ticketing desk when you arrive. If you are unable to provide eligibility, you will be charged full price.

$1 Museum Admission for up to 10 people in a party for those with a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) card. Proof of eligibility required–SNAP EBT Card. Buy online or walk up. Please note: P-EBT and WIC cards will not be accepted. Summer EBT card is valid for (1) discounted youth admission ticket (3-18 years old).

People with a SNAP EBT card can purchase a Family membership for $25. Each eligible individual may purchase one membership. Discount must be redeemed onsite and requires proof of eligibility – SNAP EBT Card (Summer EBT cards and P-EBT cards will not be accepted).

RESERVE SNAP TICKETS 

DENVER CITYPASS

Create your own Denver experience! Save up to 45% on admission to Denver Museum of Nature & Science plus your choice of 2, 3 or 4 more top Denver attractions. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over a 7-day period. *No advanced reservations required to use your CityPASS ticket. First, purchase CityPASS online for instant mobile ticket delivery. Upon arrival, check-in at the ticketing desk to activate your CityPASS ticket.

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Please note: CityPass link will take you to a third-party site.

ASTC PASSPORT

Free Museum admission for two adults and their children up to 18 years old for members of ASTC organizations that are located more than 90 miles from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science or from your home. Proof of eligibility required – a valid membership card with ASTC logo.

RESERVE ASTC TICKETS

MILITARY

All who currently serve or have served in the U.S. Military receive a $3 discount on Museum Admission and a 10% discount on Individual through Family Plus memberships.

Present a valid military ID at time of purchase; at the Museum only.

COLLEGE STUDENTS

Show a valid student ID and receive 10% off Museum admission, Infinity Theater, Planetarium, or temporary exhibition tickets.

COLORADO K-12 EDUCATORS

We offer complimentary Museum Admission to any licensed Colorado K-12 educator.

Proof eligibility - valid staff ID.

FAQs

Strollers and non-motorized wheelchairs are available to check out at our information desk located on the first floor across from the gift shop. These items are first come first serve and cannot be reserved in advance. We do not have motorized carts available to rent.

Yes, we allow services animals in the Museum, which is defined as animals that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. Pets and emotional support animals are not considered service animals and will not be allowed.

Yes! Click here to begin planning your event.

Yes! Your best bet is to reach out to one of our research departments with your question. You can find all their contact information here.

Lockers are available and free to use.