IN-PERSON EVENT CANCELLED: Stars by the Sea is moved to live-streaming instead of in-person due to forecasted fog. The livestream starts at 8pm and can be viewed at: Spring Astronomy Day - 170th Global Star Party - RASC & Explore Allian — Explore Scientific Drop by on the Halifax Waterfront behind Discovery Centre for some […]
NEW EXHIBIT OPENING MAY 17, 18 & 19: Get lost in fun at our new MAZES & BRAIN GAMES Exhibit! What’s a maze? A twisting, turning puzzle full of surprises! Now, add fun and learning, and you’ve got Mazes & Brain Games. This new exhibit is packed with over 40 hands-on games, puzzles, and challenges […]
Join us for Biodiversity Day at Discovery Centre with Microscape! 📅 Saturday, May 24 🕘 9AM–4PM 📍 Discovery Centre Get ready to explore the incredible world of biodiversity with activities for all ages: 🔍 Scavenger Hunt: Search for hidden treasures of biodiversity around the Centre! Can you complete all the challenges? 🧬 Explore eDNA Science: […]
Crack the Code of Fun at Discovery Centre at Puzzle Palooza. Get ready to twist, turn, and solve your way through a full day of puzzling fun on Saturday, May 31st! 🧠 Go on a centre-wide scavenger hunt 🧩 Create your own jigsaw puzzle 🌀 Be amazed by mind-blowing illusions 🔄 Race the clock with a Rubik’s Cube challenge Whether […]
🌊 Celebrate World Ocean Day Sunday, June 8 at Discovery Centre with special guests and activities, all included in regualr admission!🐋 ACTIVITIES: 🌊 Interactive Divert Ocean Action Zone and Ocean Gallery 🔬 Ocean-themed experiments 🐚 Touch tank encounters SPECIAL GUESTS: 💙 Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity 💙 Canadian Whale Institute 💙 Ocean Sonics All activities for World Ocean Day are included […]
Designed for curious kids ages 2-5, this colourful session explores optical illusions and the science of colour with play-based activities, storytelling, and hands-on discovery in our Innovation Lab. Spots are limited, purchasing tickets in advance is encouraged. Discovery Centre members are free with valid membership.
Summer Vacation is almost here! Make it unforgettable with a stay-cation at Discovery Centre’s Summer Kick-Off, June 28 & 29. Dive into a world of exciting activities both inside and out (weather permitting), ALL INCLUDED IN REGULAR ADMISSION. 🔬 Take in wild and wonderful science shows 🫧 Blow gigantic bubbles and play with chalk […]
Friday, July 12 | 7–10 PM Discovery Centre, Halifax, 1215 Lower Water St. This is a 19+ only event What’s Sip & Solve? Sip & Solve is Halifax’s ultimate science-meets-social night out—designed just for adults (19+). Grab a drink, challenge your brain, and explore Discovery Centre’s limited time exhibit, Mazes & Brain Games. What’s Included in […]
SHARK DAY 🦈! Join us Sunday, July 13, 9AM–4PM for a jaw-some day of family fun at Discovery Centre! 🐠 Meet Baby Shark from 11am-2pm (HRM Mascots & Inflatables) 🌊 High five Jawslyn from the Halifax Tides (12pm - 2pm) 🧪 Discover the science behind shark diets 🦷 Explore shark teeth & jaws 🎨 Dive into shark crafts & make-and-takes 🔍 Complete a […]
🎧🌈 Pride in Motion: Family Silent Disco Celebration 🌈🎧 🗓 Sunday, July 27 | 9AM–4PM 📍 Discovery Centre, Halifax 🎟 Included with General Admission Wrap up the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival with dancing and discovery for the whole family! Join Discovery Centre for Pride in Motion, a silent disco experience. Grab a pair of headphones […]
