Holiday Parties - Discovery Centre, Halifax's Science Centre

Light Up your Holiday Party!

Celebrate this year’s successes and welcome the New Year with a memorable holiday party at the Discovery Centre!

With the holiday season quickly approaching, it is time to start thinking about the upcoming celebrations. If you are planning a corporate holiday party or looking to host a more intimate family friendly gathering, we are here to help you plan the perfect holiday party to impress your guests.

Our exclusive caterer RCR Hospitality Group has prepared tantalizing holiday menus for all your catering needs! Inquire today.

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Sarah Alguire, Events Coordinator

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Spend your holidays at Discovery Centre:

Get tangled up in holiday cheer… and mind-bending mazes!

Step into a festive labyrinth of fun as we host our holiday events surrounded by optical illusions, puzzling challenges, and interactive brain teasers. Celebrate the season in a space that inspires curiosity, conversation and team building with a little friendly competition!

Whether you’re celebrating with coworkers, clients, family, or community partners, our Events Coordinator is here to make your holiday event memorable and stress-free.

Holiday Packages:

Holiday Luncheon

Location: Discovery Centre – Inside the Mazes & Brain Games Exhibit

Dates: November 17 – December 19, 2025

Time: 12:00PM-4:00PM (Monday-Friday)

Price: $1500+HST *up to 100 guests

What’s Included?

Private 4-hour Access to the Mazes & Brain Games Exhibit, Atrium & Innovation Lab
Seasonal Gourmet Lunch Packages Available via RCR Hospitality
Festive Ambiance and Optional Music
Holiday Selfie Photobooth & Props
Onsite Event Coordination & Setup
Brain Teasing Fun!

Holiday Reception

Available: November 7 – December 20, 2025

Time: 6PM-10PM

Capacity: up to 150 guests – $1,500

Includes:

Choose from 1 of 4, holiday decorated, gallery settings to host a standing reception
Holiday Selfie Photo Booth & Props
Holiday music
30-Minute Dome Theatre Experience
Exclusive Catering by RCR Hospitality – Holiday Menu

Festive Dinner

Available: November 7 – December 20, 2025

Time: 6PM-10PM

Capacity: up to 120 guests – $2,000

Includes:

Use of holiday decorated, Level 3 Visitors Lounge for a sit-down dinner
Cocktail reception in a gallery setting for first hour
Holiday Selfie Photo Booth & Props
Holiday music
30-Minute Dome Theatre Experience
Exclusive Catering by RCR Hospitality – Holiday Menu

Holiday Family Party – Daytime (Weekends Only)

Available: November 7 – December 20, 2025

Time: 9-12pm | 1-4pm

Capacity: up to 100 guests – $600 + $10/person for Admission

Includes:

Welcome from Discovery Centre party host
Admission (full day)
Use of decorated, private party room
Holiday music
Use of Santa chair w/ Backdrop
Science demo
Holiday Coloring Sheets

Holiday Family Party (Evenings Only)

Available: November 7 – December 20, 2025

Time: 6PM-9PM

Capacity: up to 150 guests – $1500+HST

Includes:

Use of decorated, private party room
Choose from 1 of 3, holiday decorated, gallery settings
Holiday music
Use of Santa chair
Science demo
Holiday Selfie Photo Booth & Props
Holiday Coloring Sheets

Available Galleries & Rooms:

Level 0: Featured Exhibit, Atrium & Innovation Lab

Experience our Featured Exhibit: Mazes & Brain Games and explore the Innovation Lab.

Level 1: Ocean & Orientation Gallery

This gallery explores the essential role the ocean plays in the welfare of our planet through wet and wondrous interactive exhibits. The adjacent Orientation Gallery offers a large holiday tree, adorned with twinkling lights, decorations and incredible views of the Centre from top to bottom.

Level 2: Flight, Health & Energy Galleries

Our three Level 2 Galleries are themed around health, flight, and energy and house over 100 exhibits for guests to enjoy. These STEAM-inspired experiences are the perfect way to celebrate the holidays this season.

Level 2: Program Rooms A&B

Discovery Centre’s private party room offers a welcoming and cheerful atmosphere; a great drop-in space for families to keep their belongings and enjoy a light snack and refreshments while taking a break from Centre exploration.

Level 3: Visitor’s Lounge

A brilliant space on our top floor overlooking Halifax’s active seaport district, Level 3 is Discovery Centre’s most versatile gallery, great for live entertainment, dancing and socializing. With floor-to-ceiling windows that provide incredible views and natural light, this gallery offers a warm holiday ambiance.