Yuri's Night – Los Angeles

Yuri's Night: Los Angeles

Thank you for celebrating Yuri’s Night 2025: Apollo-Soyuz a Legacy of Human Connection. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, the first international manned spaceflight and a profound symbol of collaboration during a time of geopolitical tension.

We had an unforgettable evening, coming together to honor the past, inspire the future, and share in the joy of human connection.

Location

Featuring

Astronaut Jeanette Epps

We’re thrilled to welcome NASA Astronaut Dr. Jeanette Epps to our event! An aerospace engineer and former CIA intelligence officer, Dr. Epps was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2009 and recently spent eight months aboard the International Space Station as a mission specialist on NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8. With her diverse background and firsthand experience in space, she’ll share incredible insights into space exploration, scientific discovery, and what it takes to live and work among the stars. Don’t miss this inspiring talk!

Dr. Sian Proctor

Join us for a truly special moment during the main show presentation as Dr. Sian Proctor presents the J.E.D.I. Space Award—a prestigious honor celebrating those who are making space more Just, Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive (J.E.D.I.) both on Earth and beyond.

Presented in partnership with Yuri’s Night Celebration, this annual award recognizes an outstanding space community member, organization, or company that is actively working to break down barriers, uplift diverse voices, and create opportunities for all in the space industry.

Musical Guests

Hear from the Internet Space Nerd, Scott Manley, on the main stage as he talks about all things new tech, and later jam out as he performs some out-of-this-world tunes!

Astronaut Dr Chrispy (Chris Boshuizen) returns to perform his signature blend of Synthwave with modern hard hitting Progressive House beats to create an accessible and energising sound. Don’t miss this!

Remarkable Remarks

Learn about how California Science Center is building an incredible new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center from their very own Curator for Aerospace Science, Ken Phillips.

Put the A in STEAM and hear from Richelle Ellis as she discusses her experience as an artist, curator, and analog astronaut exploring art’s role in space to shift perspectives on Earth!

Test Shot Starfish

Prepare for liftoff with Test Shot Starfish, the musical force behind the iconic SpaceX launch streams, as they bring their signature cosmic soundscapes to Yuri’s Night!

Known for crafting the pulse-pounding, futuristic music that has accompanied some of SpaceX’s most historic moments, Test Shot Starfish will take the stage for a live audiovisual performance that blends original music with stunning space-themed imagery.

Spirit of Yuri's Night Award

The award recognizes “a person or team that embodies the Yuri’s Night mission by using music and art to make space cool.” Previous recipients include: the bands Duran Duran and OK Go; astronauts including Chris Hadfield, Anousheh Ansari, and Ron Garan; video game developer and second-generation astronaut Richard Garriott de Cayeux; and the all-civilian crew of Inspiration4.

The Spirit of Yuri’s Night Award itself is a beautiful 8.5″ globe depicting the Earth with clouds, provided by MOVA. It rotates slowly when placed in light (no batteries required!) to remind us all that we all crew on this spaceship Earth.

J.E.D.I Award

Speakers

Prepare for an unforgettable lineup of keynote speakers at Yuri’s Night, featuring some of the most fascinating minds in space, science, and exploration!

Ari Eisenstat

Jeanette Epps

Kenneth Phillips

Michel Pascal

Richelle Ellis

Scott Manley

Ambassadors

Our Yuri’s Night Ambassadors are astronauts, scientists, engineers, science communicators, artists, and visionaries who are shaping the future of space exploration. These incredible individuals are passionate about sharing their knowledge and experiences to inspire the next generation of explorers. At Yuri’s Night, you’ll have the chance to meet them in person—they’ll be wearing red sashes, so be sure to say hi!

Andy Sadhwani

Christine Hsieh

Christopher Huie

Dr. Sian Proctor

Jason Achilles Mezilis

Kalpana Pot

Ryan Robertson

Special Guests

Bonnie Gordon

Dan Curry, VES

Doug Drexler

Edward Dawson-Taylor

Gigi Edgley

John Champion

Larry Nemecek

Matthew Schmidgall

Michel Pascal

Nadine Nicole

Rico E. Anderson

Rod Roddenberry

RVDIOVCTIVE DANCE PARTY

Electronic music collective RVDIOVTIVE is bringing a stellar lineup of DJs for a dance party in an immersive, 360-degree projection-mapped room.

Charles Meyer

DateNite

Devon James

NAIAD

Interactives

Cutting Edge Space

ExLabs is creating deployable robotic platforms and modular hardware for future space missions, including the Apophis Mission 2028.

Turion Space builds autonomous spacecraft for satellite servicing, debris removal, and space domain awareness, including the Droid vehicle series.

Astrolab is building the FLEX rover to support cargo transport and exploration on the Moon and other planetary surfaces.

SpinLaunch is developing a kinetic mass accelerator that uses a vacuum-sealed centrifuge to launch payloads into space without traditional rockets.

Astronomy and Space Exploration

Explore the wonders of space and science at Yuri’s Night with some of the most renowned institutions in astronomy and space exploration. Representatives from Mt. Wilson Observatory, the Griffith Observatory Foundation, the California Science Center, and the Columbia Memorial Space Center will be on-site, ready to share the groundbreaking work they are doing to inspire and educate future generations.

JPL volunteers will be on-site with interactive demos, hands-on displays, and exciting surprises that bring the wonders of space science to life.

Orbital Oasis Lounge

For guests looking for a more relaxing atmosphere or an opportunity to explore other worlds in virtual reality, we invite you to step into our immersive VR lounge—a space designed to transport you beyond the boundaries of Earth.

This unique lounge will feature Meditate Like a Dolphin, Setl, and Lunar Light, offering a range of virtual experiences that blend tranquility, exploration, and cutting-edge technology. Whether you’re looking to unwind in a peaceful meditative journey, immerse yourself in stunning digital landscapes, or embark on an interactive adventure, these experiences promise to be nothing short of extraordinary.

Epic Photo Opportunities

Get ready to snap, pose, and share. Throughout the venue, you’ll find incredible photo ops with:

Life-sized droids provided by R2 Builders Club
Sci-fi art cars from Star Cars glowing with dazzling lights
Stormtroopers from the 501st Legion – So Cal Garrison will be patrolling the event

Costumes are highly encouraged—become your favorite space explorer, alien, or sci-fi legend and join the intergalactic spectacle.

Rock Petting Zoo

You read that right! Get up close and personal with actual asteroids and other intergalactic objects in this amazing installation.

Apollo-Soyuz Special Presentation: 10:00 Work In Progress Gallery

This year at Yuri’s Night, we’re celebrating a historic milestone—the 50th anniversary of the Apollo-Soyuz mission! In honor of this momentous occasion, the California Science Center will have the Apollo-Soyuz Command Module on display, offering a rare chance to see this iconic spacecraft up close and personal before it is permanently encased in glass at the future Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center.

Adding to the significance of this moment, Ari Eisenstat will be giving a special talk right at the Command Module, discussing the mission’s groundbreaking impact on international cooperation in space, key moments from the historic docking, and fascinating insights about the spacecraft itself. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stand in the presence of space history, hear from an expert, and appreciate the legacy of the mission that paved the way for global space collaboration.

Interactive Exhibits & Experiences

Explore a universe of innovation with hands-on exhibits from:

Join us for an unforgettable night of space, science, and adventure.

Tickets

$ 85

Party Entry Only

$ 275

Reserved Seating
Two (2) Free Drinks

$ 600

Priority Entry
Reserved Seating
Special Guest Meet & Greet
Lunar Lounge w/ Open Bar
Free Parking
Free Yuri's Night Shirt
Exclusive Experiences

$ 50

Party Entry Only

Frequently Asked Questions

F.A.Q.

What should I wear?

Yuri’s Night is a Space Theme-Nightclub that encourages costumes, creativity, play and full self-expression! You can wear black pants or galaxy leggings, or your favorite Sci-fi costume! We will be giving out a “Best Costume Award” at the end of the night!

Can I bring my kids?

Since this is a night club environment we don’t encourage people to bring kids. But just like at Burning Man, some people will. If you would bring your kids to Burning Man, feel free to bring them to Yuri’s Night. We are only checking your age if you want to drink. If you are looking for a Yuri’s Night event designed for kids, please check out Yuri’s Night Kids at the Columbia Memorial Space Center in nearby Downey.

Why Yuri's Night?

Yuri’s Night is a grassroots annual event with hundreds of parties around the globe (and beyond!) centered around April 12, the anniversary of the first human spaceflight and the first launch of the space shuttle. These events celebrate all that humanity brings with us as we explore the cosmos: music, art, science, culture, and each other! Local groups, science centers, museums, NGOs, and other non-profit groups independently produce events in the US and worldwide. We use space to bring the world together, to empower the greatest parts of who we are, and give vision to where we are going.

Yuri’s Night L.A. will be filled with dancing, drinks, art, costumes, and all things space. You might bump into an astronaut, a rocket scientist or Mars rover mission controller at the party… You start at the pre-party with trust games to meet your crewmates, then listen to a space explorer share her experience first hand, then we bring the lights down for you to take your own epic journey. Every room will be filled with art and immersive entertainment. DJs will be spinning until midnight and we will be dancing and celebrating space, art and the power to bring us all together here on our beloved home world.