Fursday Night at The Tech

It’s back! Our Thursday evening kick-off event is returning for 2027: exclusive after-hours access to The Tech and its interactive science exhibits! The Tech is a world class science and technology center located just across the street from our San Jose Convention Center home. Fursday Night at the Tech is an opportunity to relive the “school field trip” days, while also supporting our neighboring STEM educational center.

Add a ticket to your 2027 Registration now!

Check out photos from last year’s event!

The Important Details

  • Fursuits are welcome in the museum and in most exhibits* – there’s lots of photo opportunities here!
  • Water and beverages will be available for all, snacks will be available for purchase.

Where is The Tech?

The Tech is located across San Carlos St. from the San Jose Convention Center, less than a 5-minute walk from the Marriott San Jose:

What’s there to do?

We will have access to the Lower Level of the museum, and may increase our footprint based on demand. Here are a few of the exhibits you’ll encounter!

The Tech Interactive Lower Level floor plan showing exhibits including Innovation in Bloom, Solve for Earth, Space Exploration, and various labs

Innovation in Bloom

The Tech Interactive’s newest exhibit: a two-story kinetic art installation where imagination is set in motion and innovation happens by the second!

Solve for Earth

Our environment faces big problems. Luckily, Earth is home to brave and courageous problem-solvers like you! Solve for Earth will help you ask questions, take action and recharge hope.

FAQ’s

Is The Tech accessible if I have mobility concerns?

Yes, The Tech has elevator access to all levels, and we will have ample seating available in the open space on the exhibit level. Some exhibits may require you to stand, transfer from a wheelchair, or require use of both hands. Exhibit staff will be available to assist you if needed.

Will there be a fursuit headless lounge available?

Yes, at least one! In 2026, we used classroom space in the center of the event. We expect to use the same room in 2027.

Why only half the Tech Interactive space?

Our full footprint is TBD - watch this space for development on this topic!