Discovery Centre

Worlds of the Night Featured Exhibition
2024-09-21 09:00 - 2025-01-06 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street
Experience the secrets of the night like never before at Discovery Centre’s latest exhibition, Worlds of the Night! Open Wednesday – Sunday, 9:00AM – 4:00PM.
Have you ever wondered what happens when the sun sets, and the world falls asleep? Uncover the mysteries of nocturnal creatures, learn how humans and animals adapt to darkness, and discover the incredible science that thrives under the cover of night.
Step into a nighttime world full of immersive displays and hands-on activities. Solve the puzzle of how owls hunt in the dark, find out what makes fireflies glow, or navigate your way through a starry night sky. Plus, challenge your senses with critter sounds and night vision!

Dive into the mysteries of the night at Worlds of the Night! Visit Discovery Centre and see what comes alive after dark! Tickets can be purchased online or at the door: Buy Admission Online
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Admission can be purchased online or in-store! Also, explore our Dome Theatre showtimes.

Science with Santa & the Grinch
2024-12-22 09:00 - 16:00
Join Santa and the Grinch at Discovery Centre on Sunday, December 22, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, for a flurry of festive hands-on science activities. ALL INCLUDED IN REGULAR ADMISSION.
Highlights:
🎅 Photos with Santa and the Grinch (9:30 AM to 3:30 PM)
❄️ Bounce Foggy Bubbles
🌨️ Make Instant Snow
☃️ Launch Snowman Stomp Rockets
💡 Watch Chemistry light up decor
🌬️ fly Snowflakes in the Wind Tunnel
🎨 Get creative at a festive arts and crafts station
🌌 Dome Theatre Winter Solstice Show (sold separately)
Discovery Centre members get free admission and can show up on day. Proof of membership is required.
Join us: https://discovery-centre.myshopify.com/collections/admission-tickets
