Pacific Science Center

200 2nd Avenue North, Seattle, WA

Pacific Science Center

200 2nd Avenue North, Seattle, WA

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Capacity: 4,000 people

About Pacific Science Center

About Pacific Science Center Since our famous beginning at the 1962 World’s Fair, Pacific Science Center has entertained millions. Our 7-acre downtown Seattle campus is an event location of choice for weddings, private and corporate functions, business meetings, receptions, dinners and other events. Entertainment options are available such as explosive live science demonstrations, or trips to other galaxies in the Willard Smith Planetarium. Two state-of-the-art theaters offer the perfect location for guest lectures, award ceremonies, and more.

Event Pricing

Child Birthday Party Packages

Deposit is Required | Pricing is for parties only

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$350 - $455 /event
Pricing for parties only

$350 - $455

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Private Events

Attendees: 1-4000 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 1-4000 | $500 - $12,000 /event
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$500 - $12,000

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Event Spaces

Ackerley Family Exhibit Gallery

Maximum Capacity: 400
General Event Space

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Ackerley Family Exhibit Gallery

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 400

The Ackerley Family Exhibit Gallery is the most popular event space at Pacific Science Center. The 8000 square foot space can be configured for a variety of events, from dinners and presentations to wedding receptions and dances. The floor-to-ceiling windows on the east wall allow guests a close-up view of the Space Needle and let in plenty of natural light. This room includes access to the Tropical Butterfly House and live animal exhibits.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 400 People

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Special Features: Includes access to the Tropical Butterfly House and other live animal exhibits.

Building 2

Maximum Capacity: 500
General Event Space

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Building 2

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 500

Building 2 offers the most square footage out of all Pacific Science Center's event spaces. The 18,000 square foot building is packed with all kinds of fun activities like the Planetarium, Science on a Sphere, Tide Pool, and Wellbody Academy. Perfect space for larger groups who want to explore multiple exhibits.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 500 People

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Features

Special Features: Access to Planetarium, Science on a Sphere, Tide Pool, and Wellbody Academy

Building 1

Maximum Capacity: 75
General Event Space

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Building 1

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 75

Travel back in time in Building 1 where you will meet moving, roaring dinosaurs in a life-like environment. Then enjoy a live science show at the demonstration stage, where our expert staff will entertain and amaze your guests with fun science experiments. Building 1 is ideal for smaller groups looking for a fun cocktail reception or dance party, complete with disco lights.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 75 People

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Features

Special Features: Access to dinosaur exhibits and live science stage

Building 3

Maximum Capacity: 300
General Event Space

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Building 3

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 300

This two-floor space is attached to the south entrance to the Pacific Science Center. Although it's 8500 square feet in size, the layout is ideal for smaller group receptions. Windows open up to our grand courtyard and views of the Space Needle.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 300 People

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Boeing IMAX Theater

Maximum Capacity: 373
Theater

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Boeing IMAX Theater

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 373

The Boeing IMAX Theater offers a six-story screen, surround sound and the capacity to show Hollywood blockbusters, documentaries or 3D movies. This space is also ideal for lectures, award shows and special presentations. Treat your guests to a social hour before or after the event in your private lobby area. Seating capacity is for 373 guests.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 373 People

Amenities

Features

Special Features: Private lobby area and restrooms

PACCAR IMAX Theater

Maximum Capacity: 325
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PACCAR IMAX Theater

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 325

Pacific Science Center's original IMAX theater accommodates up to 325 guests for private movie screenings, special presentations or lectures.

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Seating Capacity
Capacity: 325 People

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Laser Dome

Maximum Capacity: 200
Theater

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Laser Dome

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 200

The Laser Dome is an iconic piece of the Pacific Science Center. Treat your guests to a laser show set to popular music and classic rock playlists. Laser Dome is also a perfect spot for group presentations or custom shows and seats up to 200.

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Seating Capacity
Capacity: 200 People

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Carnevali Pavilion

Maximum Capacity: 100
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Carnevali Pavilion

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 100

Nestled in next to the Boeing IMAX Theater is the bustling Carnevali Pavilion. Home to the makerspace Tinker Tank area, there is always something fun going on. Carnevali Pavilion is an intimate, well-lit space perfect for small special occasions.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 100 People

Amenities

Features

Special Features: Access to Tinker Tank

Board Room

Maximum Capacity: 25
Fixed Board Room

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Board Room

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Fixed Board Room | Maximum Capacity: 25

This professional meeting space has big views of Pacific Science Center's courtyard and visitor activity. This space is ideal for intimate meetings and groups of 25.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Conference
Capacity: 25 People

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Recommendations

Best place to have a party - An Eventective User from Seattle

This place is amazing!!! Out of all of the cool place in Seattle this one is my personal favorite. The first time I went here was when I was a kid at my aunt's wedding and I have been going ever since. Me and my wife plan to have our wedding party their. What I like the most about this place is that It is good for the whole family and places like that are hard to find in Seattle. Trust me you will have an amazing time if you go here!!!

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ADA/ACA Accessible
Outdoor Function Area
Outside Catering Allowed
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

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Max Number of People for an Event: 4000

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