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Upcoming Events at McWane Science Center
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Calendar of Events
February 2026
Programs Saturday 2/7
Time Program Location 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Investigation Ice Age Explore/Level 2 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Ocean Animal Encounter Castaway Cart/Lower Level 2:00 PM Tinker Time IBMC/Level 2 3:00 PM Scribble Bots Workshop/Level 1
Programs Sunday 2/8
Time Program Location 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Investigation Ice Age Explore/Level 2 2:00 PM Science of Magic Demonstration Station/Level 1 3:00 PM Rooting Out: Invasive Species Explore/Level 2
Programs Wednesday 2/11
Time Program Location 10:00 AM Fingerprint Lab Workshop/Level 1 1:00 PM Gulf Feeding Ocean Journey/Lower Level 2:00 PM Build-a-saurus Explore/Level 2
Programs Thursday 2/12
Time Program Location 10:00 AM Rocket Reactions Demonstration Station/Level 1 1:00 PM Build-a-saurus Explore/Level 2 2:00 PM Tinker Time IBMC/Level 2
Sweet Science – February 13-15
Fall head over heels for Sweet Science at McWane, where Valentine’s flair meets fascinating experiments. Mix up a love potion with candy chemistry, tinker your own valentine during Tinker Times, put your senses to the test with sweet taste tests, and feel the heat in our Hot Stuff Valentine’s-themed science show. From curious concoctions to…
Programs Friday 2/13 – Sweet Science
Time Program Location 10:00 AM Sweet Circuits Workshop/Level 1 11:00 AM Love Potions Explore/Level 2 1:00 PM Gulf Feeding Ocean Journey/Lower Level 2:00 PM Sweet Science Demonstration Station/Level 1
Science of Love: 18+ Night – February 14
Valentine’s plans, upgraded. Science of Love is an 18+ night featuring a DJ, live trivia, a cash bar, and themed science experiences you won’t find anywhere else, from genetics to heart dissections. It’s a night of discovery, drinks, and delights, no lab partner required. As a bonus perk for your evening, parking is free! Secure your…
Programs Saturday 2/14 – Sweet Science
Time Program Location 11:00 AM Sweet Circuits Workshop/Level 1 1:00 PM Gumdrop Molecules Explore/Level 2 2:00 PM Tinker Time-Valentines IBMC/Level 2 3:00 PM To The Moon-Rocket Reactions Demonstration Station/Level 1
Programs Sunday 2/15 – Sweet Science
Time Program Location 1:00 PM Nature of Dye -Love Notes Explore/Level 2 2:00 PM Science up Close- Spice it Up Naturescope/Level 2 3:00 PM Gum & Chocolate Demonstration Station/Level 1 4:00 PM What’s in a Snack Explore/Level 2
President’s Day – February 16
We’re opening our doors on President’s Day, 9 AM–5 PM! We are excited to offer a bonus day to explore, discover, and play. Make the most of the long weekend and spend President’s Day sparking curiosity with us.
Engineering Week & Showcase – February 25 – February 28
Celebrate Engineering Week at McWane as we spotlight the creativity and problem-solving that shape our world. Throughout the week, dive into design challenges, Tech Times, and building workshops where you can design a disaster solution, complete a circuit, or engineer your own invention. With daily opportunities for active exploration, the question is, what will you…
March 2026
Big Machines Day – March 7
Big Machines Day rolls back into McWane on March 7, and it’s bigger than ever. Mark your calendars and get ready to get up close with massive vehicles & meet the people who operate them. Get ready to experience a day packed with exploration and big-time fun. Make sure you’re following us on Facebook and…
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