Discovery Centre

Dino Disco Family Event
2025-02-01 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street
Dance with Dinosaurs at Discovery Centre’s SILENT DISCO!
Get ready to stomp, roar, and groove at our dino-mite family event!
🦖 When: Saturday, February 1st, 6 PM – 8 PM
🎧 Where: Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water St. Halifax
Step into an unforgettable evening with DJ Mucky Ebanz as you dance alongside animatronic dinosaurs in our newest featured exhibit, DINOSAUR EXPLORER!
Enjoy the magic of Discovery Centre after dark while you uncover gigantic prehistoric creatures and show off your best dino dance moves.
🌟 Dig out your costumes (optional) and join us for a roaring good time! Silent Disco headsets will be provided, allowing you to control the beats as you explore the centre. Headsets are returned at the end of the night.
Tickets $15.00 ea + Service Fees: https://thediscoverycentre.ca/dino-disco-family/

Silent Disco ft. DJ Mucky Ebanz
2025-02-01 21:00
Halifax, Silent Disco is here, and it’s going extinct! 19+ Event.
🦖 When: Saturday, February 1st, 9 PM – 12 AM
🎧 Where: Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water St., Halifax
Step into a roaring night of music, dinosaurs, and science as Discovery Centre presents Dino Disco, a 19+ Silent Disco experience. Move to the beats of DJ Mucky Ebanz while exploring our latest exhibit, DINOSAUR EXPLORER, ft. animatronic dinosaurs. Show off your best dino dance moves, wander the centre after dark, and experience the ultimate mash-up of music, and prehistoric vibes.
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available for purchase.
Tickets available $20.00 + HST and Service Fees: https://thediscoverycentre.ca/dino-disco-adult/
How it works: Silent Disco headsets will be provided, allowing you to control the beats throughout the event. Headphones must be returned before leaving.

Jurassic Heart
2025-02-15 09:00 - 16:00
You’re invited to Jurassic Heart – dinosaur sized fun with a little something called love.
February 15th, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Fall head over tail in love with our dinosaurs at Dinosaur Explorer, our newest featured attraction. Plus explore the wonders of the heart and its functions through crafts, hands-on activities, and the LOVE of science!
Activities included in regular admission. Buy now or at the door: https://discovery-centre.myshopify.com/collections/admission-tickets
Members are free with a valid membership card at entry.

Oral Health Day
2025-04-05 10:00 - 15:00
Exciting News, Halifax! Join Dalhousie School of Dental Hygiene at Discovery Centre for a fun and interactive Science of Smiles event! 🦷✨
📅 Date: April 5th
⏰ Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Explore hands-on booths covering everything from dental hygiene to food literacy, designed to make learning fun and engaging for all ages!
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Science of Beer 2025
2025-04-05 19:00 - 22:00
When: Saturday, April 5, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
Must be 19+ to attend
Science of Beer, presented by Discovery Centre, helps visitors discover the science behind a good brew, meet masters in the Nova Scotia craft brewing community, and sample brews from across Nova Scotia.
The Craft Brewers Association of Nova Scotia represents 48 unique and passionate members from all corners of the province and now is your chance to meet and sample some of the best. Discover how they “raise the bar” with tried-and-true techniques and new technologies through science and innovation.
Also, learn about style characteristics, ingredients, and the process from Master Brewers in a facilitated experience, and try science experiments from the Discovery Centre team.
Tickets: https://thediscoverycentre.ca/science-of-beer/

Little Learners: Dinosaur Detectives
2025-04-13 10:00 - 11:00
Sunday, April 13, 10:00am – 11:00am
Discover the wonderful world of dinosaurs! Join us as we learn, explore, and make discoveries about dinosaurs through interactive activities. We’ll dig for dinosaur fossils, create amazing dinosaur crafts, and watch prehistoric animals take flight in the wind tunnel! PLUS see our newest exhibit, Dinosaur Explorer.
🎟️ Admission: https://discovery-centre.myshopify.com/collections/admission-tickets
Programming intended for ages 2–5. Included with regular admission. Members free with valid membership!

Earth Explorers
2025-04-19 09:00 - 16:00
In celebration of Earth Day, join Discovery Centre’s GenAction team for an exciting mix of hands-on activities, interactive science, and sustainability fun! Discover the power of climate action, explore ecosystems up close, and learn how small changes can make a big impact. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate our planet with engaging activities in our Atrium.
Activities included in regular admission.
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Sensory Friendly Discovery
2025-04-27 09:00 - 10:30
Join Discovery Centre for Low Sensory Discovery on Sunday, April 27, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
This time offers a quieter, more relaxed environment for visitors who benefit from reduced noise, dimmed lighting, and a calmer atmosphere. Enjoy our hands-on exhibits and Dinosaur Explorer at your own pace.
Included with regular admission. Members free with valid membership!

The Final Roar! Dinosaur Explorer Ends May 4
2025-05-03 09:00 - 2025-05-04 16:00
Saturday, May 3 & Sunday, May 4, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Join us for the final roar of Dinosaur Explorer at Discovery Centre as we say goodbye to the prehistoric giants that have captivated us all! It’s your last chance to walk among life-sized dinosaurs, uncover fascinating fossils, and dive into the science behind these incredible creatures. Don’t miss this dino-mite opportunity to experience the roar, rumble, and wonder one last time before the exhibit goes extinct.
Let’s give our dino friends the send-off they deserve!

International Astronomy Day
2025-05-03 10:00 - 15:00
Join us on May 3rd, 10am-3pm to celebration International Astronomy Day with The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Halifax. Take in a FREE Dome Theatre show, while quantities last, and special space themed activities in our Atrium. PLUS Dinosaur Explorer ends on May 4th so don’t miss your chance to see our animatronic dinosaurs.
Activities included in regular admission, Discovery Centre members free.

Stars by the Sea
2025-05-03 20:00 - 22:00
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 educational stargazing with Discovery Centre and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Halifax.

Opening Weekend: Mazes & Brain Games
2025-05-17 09:00 - 2025-05-19 16:00
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 for all ages.
Visit us on May 17, 18, or 19; 9:00am to 4:00pm.
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Featured Exhibit: Mazes & Brain Games
2025-05-17 09:00 - 2025-08-31 16:00
Opening Saturday May 17th, 2025. Join us for the opening weekend, May 17th, 18th and 19th!
Get Lost in Fun at the 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—an interactive exhibit that will challenge your mind and spark your curiosity.
This exhibit is packed with over 40 hands-on games, puzzles, and challenges for all ages.
This is more than just an exhibit—it’s a full-body brain workout for your family, group or class! Explore, experiment, and discover new ways of thinking around every corner.
Exhibit Closes on August 31st, 2025.

Microscope Biodiversity Day
2025-05-24 09:00 - 16:00
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: Dive into the fascinating world of environmental DNA and help crack a DNA puzzle.
🌱 Meet the Experts: Scientists from Dalhousie University’s Institute for Comparative Genomics will be here to share their knowledge on everything from viruses to soil.
🔬 Microscope Exploration: Take a closer look at nature’s tiniest wonders. Discover hidden habitats, patterns, and creatures you can’t see with the naked eye!

Microscape is a partnership between Discovery Centre and Dalhousie University’s Institute for Comparative Genomics, supported by NSERC PromoScience and Genome Atlantic.
Come discover, explore, and get curious with us!

Puzzle Palooza
2025-05-31 09:00 - 16:00
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 you’re a puzzle pro or just love a good brain teaser, there’s something for everyone.
All activities are included with admission. Discovery Centre members are free.

World Ocean Day
2025-06-08 09:00 - 16:00
🌊 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 in regular admission. Discovery Centre Members are free.
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Little Learners: The Science of Colours, Puzzles & Patterns
2025-06-22 10:00 - 11:00
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 Kick-Off!
2025-06-28 09:00 - 2025-06-29 16:00
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
🌼 Get hands-on with flower dissections and seed bombs
🔭 Catch a glimpse of the sun with our Sunspotter
🧩 Check out our newest exhibit Mazes & Brain Games
Join us for a weekend of scientific fun and adventure, perfect for families and friends.

Event Details:
1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
June 28th and 29th, 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.
Buy now: https://discovery-centre.myshopify.com/collections/admission-tickets

Sip & Solve 19+ Event - SOLD OUT
2025-07-12 19:00 - 22:00
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 your Ticket?

Mazes & Brain Games Exhibit – Test your mind and outsmart illusions in our nationally touring exhibit.
Retro & Giant Games by The Board Room Game Café – Play oversized Jenga, Connect Four, and classic throwback games with friends.
Mini Putt, Skee-Ball Stations & More by HRM Mascots & Inflatables – Sprinkled throughout the Centre for that carnival twist.
Discovery Centre, After Hours – Explore four floors of science, creativity, and curiosity without kids.

Drink Provider: Propeller
Halifax’s beloved brewery is serving exclusive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Cashless payment only.

GET TICKETS NOW (Early Bird Pricing Available)

$20 + HST Early Bird (Until July 5)
$25 + HST General Admission

Must be 19+ to attend. ID required at entry.
Tickets: https://thediscoverycentre.ca/sip-and-solve/

Shark Day
2025-07-13 09:00 - 16:00
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 shark-themed scavenger hunt
♻️ Learn how ocean pollution affects shark habitats
Don’t miss your chance to sink your teeth into this FIN-tastic experience.
All activitied included in admission. Free for Discovery Centre Members.
Purchase Admission Here

Pride in Motion: Family Silent Disco Celebration
2025-07-27 09:00 - 16:00
🎧🌈 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 and groove while exploring a rainbow of interactive activities.
Highlights:
🎧 Silent Disco Headphones – move to your own beat
🌈 Rainbow Runway – dance floor meets infinity mirror
🔬 STEAM Stations on colour, light & sound with take home activities
Dance, learn, and celebrate love in all its forms. Activities included in regular admission, Discovery Centre members free.
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Space Day
2025-08-10 09:00 - 16:00
Celebrate Space at Discovery Centre!
Join us on Sunday, August 10, from 9 AM to 4 PM for a stellar day of astronomical fun leading up to the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower!

✨ Enjoy hands-on space activities throughout the Centre
🤯 Check out experiments with our Vacuum Chamber
🎥 Catch Dome Theatre films and star shows all day long
🌌 Discover the wonders of space and get excited for one of the best meteor showers of the year!

Plus, from 10am to 1pm, join the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for tips and tricks on viewing our night sky.

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Discovery Centre Members free.
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Summer Send-Off!
2025-08-23 09:00 - 2025-08-24 16:00
Celebrate summer with a world of exciting activities, take-homes, and demos, ALL INCLUDED IN REGULAR ADMISSION.

🔬 Take in wild and wonderful science shows
🫧 Cool off with dry ice demonstrations
🎶 Make your own instrument and play along with a banana piano
🔭 Catch a glimpse of the sun with our Sunspotter
🧩 Check out our newest exhibit Mazes & Brain Games

Join us for a weekend of scientific fun and adventure, perfect for families and friends!

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Discovery Centre Members free.
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Microscope International Microorganism Day
2025-09-20 09:00 - 16:00
Join us for International Microorganism Day at Discovery Centre with Microscape!
📅 Saturday, September 20
🕘 9AM–4PM
📍 Discovery Centre
Don’t miss out on this hands-on, family-friendly experience where you’ll delve into the fascinating world of microorganisms through interactive stations, live microscopy, and innovative eDNA technology.
🧬 Unlock the Mysteries of eDNA: Become a “gene-ius” detective! Dive into the world of environmental DNA and help solve nature’s most intriguing puzzles!
🌱 Meet the Experts: Scientists from Dalhousie University’s Institute for Comparative Genomics will be here to share their knowledge on everything from viruses to soil.
🔬 Microscope Exploration: Take a closer look at nature’s tiniest wonders. Discover hidden habitats, patterns, and creatures you can’t see with the naked eye!
Microscape is a partnership between Discovery Centre and Dalhousie University’s Institute for Comparative Genomics, supported by NSERC PromoScience and Genome Atlantic.
Come discover, explore, and get curious with us! https://thediscoverycentre.ca/microscape/

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Superhero Sunday
2025-09-29 09:00 - 16:00
🦸‍♂️ Suit up for Superhero Sunday on September 28, 9AM–4PM at Discovery Centre!
✨Meet Wonder Woman, Spider-Man & Black Panther with HRMMascots (11am-2pm)
🧪 Power up with super-science experiments: DNA extraction, invisible ink, reaction-time challenges & more!
📚Say hi to Strange Adventures Comics from 11am-2pm
🤖 Meet Hal-Con’s Community Squad from 11am-2pm
🏆PLUS enter our super prize draw!
All activities included in admission. Discovery Centre Members free.
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Little Learners: Train Travellers
2025-10-19 10:00 - 11:00
All aboard for Little Learners on Sunday, October 19, 10am – 11am!
Perfect for curious kids ages 2–5, this train-themed session explores the science of locomotion through play-based activities and hands-on discovery. Your young conductor will engineer elaborate track systems while learning about how trains work and why they’re such an important part of our world.
This special session is proudly sponsored by CN.
Spots are limited, purchasing tickets in advance is encouraged. Discovery Centre members are free with a valid membership.
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Science, Spirits, and Boos: 19+ Halloween Party
2025-10-31 21:00 - 2025-11-01 00:00
Science, Spirits, and Boos: 19+ Halloween Party
📅 October 31st, 9 PM – Midnight
📍 Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water St., Halifax
🎟️ EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON NOW: www.thediscoverycentre.ca/science-spirits-boos/
Join Discovery Centre for a frightfully fun, adults-only Halloween event! Unleash your inner mad scientist and dive into a night filled with mind-blowing science experiments, spine-tingling demos, and creepy challenges.
What else is brewing?

Spirits to sip while you gather your courage
Fear Factor challenge (if you dare 🕷️)
Dissections and Anatomy
A live DJ spinning spooky beats all night
Spooky science demos and special guests
Meet real creepy crawlies
Spook-tacular door prizes
Plus, eye-popping surprises at every turn 👀

Don’t miss out on the wicked fun!

Spooktacular Science: A Family Halloween Party
2025-11-01 09:00 - 16:00
Date: Saturday, November 1
Time: Stop in anytime 9 AM – 4 PM
Location: Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water St, Halifax
Welcome to the Spookiest Science Day Ever!
Get ready for a Halloween like no other at Spooktacular Science! Bring your family and your costumes for a day filled with spine-tingling experiments, gooey fun, and exciting activities! Whether you’re a brave ghost hunter or a curious little scientist, there’s something for every child (and adult!) to enjoy.
Activities for the Whole Family:
👻 Spooky Slime Station – Mix, squish, and stretch your very own creepy, colorful slime! It’s hands-on, messy fun!
🕷️ Touch Boxes – Can you guess what’s inside? Only the bravest will dare to reach in and feel what’s hidden in our mystery boxes!
🎃 Eerie Experiments – From singing ghosts to bone-chilling dry ice to exploding pumpkins, have a blast with demos and hands-on Halloween science.
🧛 Costume Contest – Wear your spookiest, funniest, or most creative costume and enter our contest for a chance to win cool prizes.
🎶 Dance Party – Boogie to some hauntingly good tunes. There’s no better way to shake off the Halloween jitters!
🌌 The Creepy Cosmos – Explore the mysteries of space in our Dome Theatre with a spooky twist! This special Halloween-themed show will have you starry-eyed (sold separately).
🕸️ Craft Corner – Get crafty and make your own Halloween decorations to take home. Create something spooktacular!
More to be announced…
Get Your Tickets Early!

Tickets are included in regular admission and available online or at the door: Buy Now
Children under 3 get in for free!
Discovery Centre Members are free.

Oceans Discovery Day
2026-06-06 10:00 - 15:00
Join us for Oceans Discovery Day on June 6th!
Saturday, June 6
10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Make and take ocean themed prints and sea stars with a local art educator
Help build a crafty coral reef
Learn about whales, our ocean and so much more from special guest experts
Meet our touch tank critters
Catch a free fin-tastic whale doc in our Dome Theatre and meet the filmmaker
And more!

All Oceans Discovery Day activities included in regular admission.

An Evening with Andrew Stevenson
2026-06-08 18:30 - 20:00
Join us for an exclusive showing of whale researcher and filmmaker Andrew Stevenson‘s new documentary “If They Were Us: The Humpback Whales of the Sargasso Sea” in the Dome Theatre.

Monday, June 8
6:30 pm – 8 pm
$5.00 admission – Limited seating, get your tickets now

This event consists of a 45-minute documentary in the Dome Theatre followed by a Q&A with Andrew.
