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Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm Thursday 9:30am - 5pm Friday 9:30am - 5pm Saturday 9:30am - 5pm

BIG Little Science Centre

Name: BIG Little Science Centre
Address: 458 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C2G6, CA
Telephone: +12505542572
Price range: $
Rating: 5

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Open Tuesday - Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm for drop in guests. School and private groups please pre-book. Expect to need 1 to 1.5 hours here.
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Visit to enjoy our hands-on exhibits, interactive shows, science programs, and special events. We invite school groups, families and the general public for a fun-filled visit to explore and discover science. Public guest hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is open Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Do leave a message if there is no answer; we are probably working with g

roups and will get right back to you. Please only visit if feeling well. We run Robotics Clubs, seasonal / summer camps and special events. School classes and other groups should call to plan your visit and to book. We are happy to do off site programs; call to discuss.

250-554-2572
[email protected]

05/28/2026

Application for our Grade 8 & 9 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Technology) Club, QUARKS is NOW OPEN

In this 21 week club students get to:
- Do real hands-on science
- Explore different science fields
- Meet other students who love science
- Meet Thompson Rivers University professors and researchers
- Work in real science labs
- Try real scientific tools and technology
- Learn science skills beyond the classroom
- Discover science and tech careers

Dates: September, 2026 - April, 2027

Mondays 4:00pm-6:00pm (excluding holidays)

Classes will alternate between BIG Little Science Centre and TRU

Full program cost: $250

For more information and to apply visit
blscs.org/quarks

05/22/2026

Got any tech-savvy kids?
Our Tech Innovation Camp for ages 9+ is the perfect place to explore exciting areas of technology — from robotics and coding to AI, LLMs, and digital design. Campers will build, program, experiment, and create while discovering the science behind modern technology.

For more information and to register visit blscs.org/camp

05/21/2026

Join us for Tech Exploration Time at the science centre, where participants are introduced to the fundamentals of 3D design and printing.

This basic 3D design and printing time will include basic instruction 3D printers, designing and printing a small item.

Saturday, May 23 at 11:00am - 1:30pm
Recommended Age 9+
Included with admission to the centre, members free.

05/20/2026

This week we learn all about Things That Grow!
Join us as we explore how seeds grow into flowers and plant a flower to take home!

Best suited for ages 3-5 years, but siblings are always welcome!
Adult participation required.
Standard admission rates apply, member free.
The first 30min will be in the hands-on room which will be open exclusively to BIG Little Scientists and their families. Story and stations at 9:30am
This is a DROP-IN program, no need to sign up!

05/14/2026

Join us this Saturday, May 16, for a rock and tresure show with Don Bouffard.
The Adventures and Shared Discoveries of a Seriously Lucky [17 close calls! ] Geoscientist and Bon-Vivant."

11:00am Donald-Duck Dino Show & Fantastic Fossils

1:30pm Astounding Astro Shoe & Gorgeous Gems

Included in admission. Drop-in, no need to sign up!

05/13/2026

This week (May 14), Marlow and Bobby explore tiny creatures fount in water in Aqua Critters!

Explore real live pond bug and make your own insect to take home!

Best suited for ages 3-5 years, but siblings are always welcome!
Adult participation required.
Standard admission rates apply, member free.
The first 30min will be in the hands-on room which will be open exclusively to BIG Little Scientists and their families. Story and stations at 9:30am
This is a DROP-IN program, no need to sign up!

05/12/2026

We still have a few spots left in our May Pro D Day Camp!
Explore the amazing properties of light, discover what makes things colourful. Make colourful creations.
Let us do the entertain (and cleaning up 😉) for you!

For more information and to register visit https://blscs.org/pro-d-days

05/11/2026

05/08/2026

This week's Super Saturday Show is the reactive Chemistry Show!
Stop by at 11:00am or 1:30pm
Included with standard admission. Just drop-in, no need to register!

05/07/2026

Spring has definitely sprung (perhaps even changed to summer here in Kamloops!) and as usual we have lots on the schedule at BIG Little Science Centre!

Drop in Programs
Saturday Shows:

May 9: Chemistry Show
May 16: Rock & Treasure Show
May 23: Tech Exploration
May 30: Magnetism Show

https://blscs.org/programming

BIG Little Scientists:
May 7: Science Rocks - Explore different kinds of rocks and sand, weather rock make and take.
May 14: Aqua Critters - Observe real live water critters, life cycle memory game make and take.
May 21: Things That Grow - Learn how things grow, plant a flower make and take.
May 28: Fun with Robots - Discover how robots work, light up robot make and take.

Register for:

May 15 Pro D Day Camp
https://blscs.org/pro-d-days

Summer Science Camp
July 6-10: Junior Science Camp (Ages 6-9)
July 13-17: Creative Design & Maker Camp (Ages 6-9)
July 20-24: Junior Robotics (Ages 6-9)
July 20-24: Tech & Innovation Camp (Ages 9+)
July 27-31: Junior Science Camp (Ages 6-9)
August 4-7: Animation & Film Camp (Ages 8-12)
August 10-14: Robotics & Coding Camp (Ages 6-12)
August 17-21: Junior Science Camp (Ages 6-9)
blscs.org/camps

Address

458 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC
V2C2G6

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12505542572

Website

http://blscs.org/

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