South King News

The annual Yuri's Night celebration is set to return on April 12, offering a range of activities including VR experiences, a silent disco, photo opportunities, and appearances by surprise space guests. The event will also feature various art happenings. An assortment of food trucks and cash bars will be available for attendees. Participants are encouraged to wear space-themed costumes.

Yuri's Night is exclusively for those aged 21 and over and will take place from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., followed by an official after-party in Seattle’s Sodo district from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Tickets for the main event are priced at $55 for general admission and $50 for museum members. Valid identification is required.

The Official Yuri’s Night After Party will continue until 4 a.m., featuring performances by Por La Cual and ViViD at the Monkey Loft Dance and Night Club located on 1st Ave in Seattle’s Sodo district. Entry tickets are priced at $20 per person, with a requirement of valid photo identification.

DJ Gene Farris, known as a global ambassador of Chicago house music sound, will be part of the event. Farris has been influential in shaping the house and techno culture with his unique sound inspired by Lil’ Louis. His career began in the early '90s when he played at legendary underground warehouse parties in Chicago, leading to performances in over 42 countries worldwide. As an accomplished engineer and producer since 1994, Gene Farris has released seven albums and over 200 tracks throughout his career.

Yuri’s Night events are celebrated globally every April to honor Yuri Gagarin's historic journey as the first human in space on April 12, 1961, along with commemorating the first Space Shuttle launch on April 12, 1981. The Museum's space party has grown into North America's largest Yuri's Night event and is often regarded as one of Seattle’s premier parties.