Orlando Science Center

Orlando Science Center Orlando Science Center is an indoor, interactive science museum. Enjoy learning and fun for all ages We're also the ideal rainy day escape!

For more than 60 years, Orlando Science Center has been a place that inspires curiosity and exploration. Truly one of the great activities for Orlando families, the Science Center encourages learning in a fun way. There's no better place that combines fun and knowledge all under one roof! For visitors from out of town, Orlando Science Center is a must for your "things to do in Orlando" list. With

four floors of exciting exhibits, amazing giant screen and 3-D films as well as engaging live programming, the Science Center is the perfect family destination.

The Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities is NOW OPEN - and it’s going to be a stellar summer!The Dome has been fully reimagine...
06/04/2026

The Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities is NOW OPEN - and it’s going to be a stellar summer!

The Dome has been fully reimagined, treating guests to a fully immersive theater experience using stunning 8K laser projection, 30,000 watts of surround sound, a seamless NanoSeam screen, expanded seating and upgraded amenities to thrill, amaze and delight audiences.

Included in general admission, the Dome will feature planetarium shows, giant screen films, full dome educational presentations and musical laser light shows. Whether you’re diving into the ocean, walking among dinosaurs, or tracing the far reaches of the universe, each experience is built to spark curiosity and inspire exploration.

Purchase your tickets today and start exploring! https://www.osc.org/visit/

Thank you Joe Burbank with the Orlando Sentinel for these photos!

Ready to grow your curiosity this summer?Orlando Science Center is thrilled to once again partner with 4Roots Farm for S...
06/03/2026

Ready to grow your curiosity this summer?

Orlando Science Center is thrilled to once again partner with 4Roots Farm for Summer Camps, building on the success of last Summer's program!

Campers in Grades 2 - 5 will explore conservation, sustainable farming practices, and agriculture careers at the 4Roots Farm Campus.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with nature and gain valuable skills for a sustainable future! Explore openings for 4Roots Camps by visiting https://www.osc.org/learn/youth-programs/summer-camps/

Did you know today is National Heat Awareness Day?While this day primarily focuses on staying aware of your environment ...
05/30/2026

Did you know today is National Heat Awareness Day?

While this day primarily focuses on staying aware of your environment and how the temperature outside is impacting you and your body, we want to remind you that it’s important to protect our planet and its other inhabitants from heat exposure, too!

You might know that global warming refers to the gradual rise in Earth’s temperature over time due to human activities and the widespread use of fossil fuels for energy. Scientists around the world study this phenomenon, and the results are clear: climate change has become a real threat to all types of life on Earth.

Droughts, wildfires, extreme storms and altering ecosystems are all consequences of climate change. In fact, scientists predict that if Earth’s temperature doesn’t lower, many species may face extinction.

Global warming can be an intimidating topic, but we’ve done our best to make it more approachable. To learn more about ways you can protect our planet, visit OSC’s Science Matters page at https://www.osc.org/our-changing-world/. You can also visit Life and Conservation Hallway on Level 1 to learn how you can help make a happier and healthier planet Earth!

PHENOMENA: The Exhibition has blown. our. MINDS!Our brand new exhibit is here all summer long, don’t miss out on mind-me...
05/29/2026

PHENOMENA: The Exhibition has blown. our. MINDS!

Our brand new exhibit is here all summer long, don’t miss out on mind-melting science of illusion and perception!

Plan your visit today! http://www.osc.org/visit

Thank you to everyone who recently joined us for a sneak peek of the new Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities. We were excited...
05/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who recently joined us for a sneak peek of the new Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities. We were excited to have Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings, and Dr. Phillips Charities Board Chair Terry Prather along with several donors, friends and other invited VIPs to experience the all-new Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities.

The Dome will premiere on Monday, June 1 at Orlando Science Center, unveiling a completely transformed immersive theater experience with stunning 8K laser projection, 30,000 watts of surround sound, a seamless NanoSeam screen, expanded seating and upgraded amenities to thrill, amaze, and delight audiences.

This project was made possible through support from the Unlock Science Campaign, including generous contributions from Dr. Phillips Charities, Orange County Arts and Cultural Affairs, Bert W. Martin Foundation and The Magruder Foundation. Their investments are propelling Orlando Science Center into the future while also returning to our roots as Central Florida’s premier planetarium destination.

Science Night Live is back this Saturday, May 30th, so come on by to play, learn, and laugh through open tabletop gaming...
05/27/2026

Science Night Live is back this Saturday, May 30th, so come on by to play, learn, and laugh through open tabletop gaming with original games designed by local creators. Guests can even meet the designers and get behind-the-scenes insights!

Join JB Howell of Druid City Games at 9:15 p.m. to learn about the key elements of game design! Explore the balance of psychology and math in design, what gamers at different experience levels look for in games, and ultimately, how to find the fun!

Meet designer Barry Allen Warren. He’s the mastermind of One of Us Must Die!, a hilarious party game that encourages both laughter and personal growth. Starting at 10:15 p.m., Barry will use multimedia, interactive play, and stories from the game design process to help you explore how a game can both entertain and positively impact people's lives.

Get your tickets to this 18+ event at https://www.osc.org/visit/events/science-night-live/. Sponsored by GrayRobinson

Come to Science Night Live on Saturday May 30 for an after-hours STEM experience you and your friends won’t forget! This...
05/26/2026

Come to Science Night Live on Saturday May 30 for an after-hours STEM experience you and your friends won’t forget! This time we’ve got everything from tabletop gaming to trivia, drinks and light bites, and even a talk on synesthesia, disability, and art! Don’t miss the late-night event of the season!

Get tickets today! https://www.osc.org/visit/events/science-night-live/

‼️ MEMBERS ‼️ You receive discounted admission for just $5. Reserve your tickets in advance!

This event is supported by GrayRobinson, P.A.

Happy World Turtle Day!On this day, we spread awareness of turtle conservation and educate others about the dangers the ...
05/23/2026

Happy World Turtle Day!

On this day, we spread awareness of turtle conservation and educate others about the dangers the species is going through and how we may protect them.

Many factors are impacting the turtle population such as habitat deconstruction, plastic pollution and climate change. To learn more about protecting turtles and tortoises, you can visit https://worldturtleday.org/ .

At Orlando Science Center, guests can visit our Life exhibit and Conservation Hallway on Level 1 to learn more about our planet, animals and conservation. We hope you’ll use World Turtle Day as your first step toward learning more about Earth’s diverse habitats and the conservation efforts you can make for a happier, healthier planet Earth!

Science Night Live returns on May 30! Enjoy 4 floors of science fun all evening long! Test your wit with live trivia, tr...
05/22/2026

Science Night Live returns on May 30! Enjoy 4 floors of science fun all evening long! Test your wit with live trivia, trick your brain in our new exhibit PHENOMENA, or just let loose and dance with your friends to live music under the dino fossils. You won't want to miss the premier after-hours event in Orlando for anyone ages 18 and up!

Grab tickets for you and a friend today! Link in bio. Sponsored by GrayRobinson.

This Memorial Day weekend, Orlando Science Center acknowledges all who serve and honor those who have made the ultimate ...
05/21/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, Orlando Science Center acknowledges all who serve and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe.

Veterans can enjoy FREE admission to Orlando Science Center and 50% off for their family from May 22-25, thanks to VyStar Credit Union.

Admission provides access to four floors of exhibits, films and experiences. From animal encounters to dinosaur fossils to live shows and interactive exhibits, OSC offers hours of engaging wonder and discovery!

Skip the line and purchase tickets online at www.osc.org

This is today’s forecast, and Summer is only JUST getting started 😰For the next two months we’ll be offering air-conditi...
05/20/2026

This is today’s forecast, and Summer is only JUST getting started 😰

For the next two months we’ll be offering air-conditioned STEM fun every week for grades K-5. Get out of the heat with Summer Camps at Orlando Science Center!

Spots are limited! Sign up today. Link in bio. www.osc.org/break-camps

Join us at the Orlando Science Center on May 23rd at 11:00 a.m. for a fun, hands-on Financial Health Workshop for famili...
05/19/2026

Join us at the Orlando Science Center on May 23rd at 11:00 a.m. for a fun, hands-on Financial Health Workshop for families and kids. Leave with practical tips to build good money habits together.

Don’t miss this opportunity and RSVP by May 23rd at https://events.chase.com/300083930

The Orlando Science Center Preschool is full of artists! We were proud to showcase their creativity in our recent Presch...
05/18/2026

The Orlando Science Center Preschool is full of artists! We were proud to showcase their creativity in our recent Preschool Art Show.

73 preschool students engaged in creative outcomes that explored the significance of masterpieces in art history. Through these projects, the students gained valuable insight into outstanding works of art while sparking their own creativity to create a diverse array of artwork.

It’s through events like the annual Preschool Art Show that OSC can show its dedication to excellence in early childhood art education and all things related to STEM.

Names and faces of the preschool students have been blurred for privacy.

Strap on your thinking caps because PHENOMENA: The Exhibition opens TOMORROW, May 17! Don’t miss out on mind-melting sci...
05/16/2026

Strap on your thinking caps because PHENOMENA: The Exhibition opens TOMORROW, May 17! Don’t miss out on mind-melting science of illusion and perception!

Plan your visit today! Link in bio.

‼️MEMBERS‼️ The Member preview starts tomorrow morning, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Get exclusive access to this brand new experience before anyone else with your Membership benefits!

05/15/2026

UPDATE: This issue has been resolved. Thanks for your patience!

Yes, we're open! We're working to resolve an error with Google that incorrectly lists Orlando Science Center as "Permanently Closed." We appreciate your patience as we troubleshoot the issue, but please don't fear! We are open 10:00 am to 5:00 pm for all of your STEM needs. We'll see you soon!

Storytime Cinema 360° is a joyful, family-forward film series built to ignite imagination and foster a love of learning ...
05/15/2026

Storytime Cinema 360° is a joyful, family-forward film series built to ignite imagination and foster a love of learning through the magic of storytelling and the momentum of STEAM themes.

Saturday, May 16, join us for a showing of “Back to the Future” at 11:30 am at Orlando Science Center in the Digital Adventure Theater on Level 2!

In this story Marty McFly travels from 1985 to 1955 and must set history back on course before time runs out.

Included with admission (free for Orlando Science Center members and day guests). Families with EBT or WIC can enjoy $5 admission (includes the film + full-day Science Center access).

Plan your visit today!
http://www.osc.org/visit

Produced by: Global Peace 360 in partnership with Orlando Science Center
Presented by: Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander month, Orlando Science Center would like to highl...
05/14/2026

In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander month, Orlando Science Center would like to highlight Paromita Mitra, Principal Investigator and Human Interface Engineer at NASA Johnson Space Center!

Mitra is an influential scientist who has made STEM more accessible for students across the country through her research that helped develop the NASA Spacesuit User Interface Technologies for Students. NASA SUITS is a design challenge for college students to help design user interface solutions for future spaceflight needs.

Mitra is part of the Artemis generation and contributed first-hand to the historic mission by helping create the very spacesuit that the astronauts wore on Artemis II.

Paromita Mitra is just one of the many people shaping the STEM industry and making it more inclusive and accessible.

Everyone say, “Happy 21st Bird-thday, Captain!”If you’ve visited our Life exhibit, chances are you might’ve met Captain,...
05/13/2026

Everyone say, “Happy 21st Bird-thday, Captain!”

If you’ve visited our Life exhibit, chances are you might’ve met Captain, our blue and yellow Macaw. But Captain is no ordinary resident of Orlando Science Center; he’s an ambassador for conservation and helps guests understand the impact of Macaws on their native ecosystems in Central and South America.

Macaws play a critical role in conservation and forest regeneration. They’re gardeners of the forest as they disperse seeds across landscapes, which helps to maintain healthy, strong and diverse ecosystems.

When Captain feels up to it, he sometimes makes an appearance in Life. OSC invites you to swing by and you just might have the opportunity to see one of nature’s most impressive species up close!

🤑GIVEAWAY TIME🤑Come to Mess Fest this weekend, May 9 & 10, and attend one of the Giant Pendulum Painting showtimes to en...
05/08/2026

🤑GIVEAWAY TIME🤑

Come to Mess Fest this weekend, May 9 & 10, and attend one of the Giant Pendulum Painting showtimes to enter our raffle, where you could win a ONE-OF-A-KIND artwork made with pure physics!

Don’t miss out on your chance to win a FREE painting and explore the science of mess all weekend long during MESS FEST! Get tickets today! www.osc.org/visit

Giant Pendulum Painting showtimes: 11:30 am | 12:30 pm | 1:30 pm | 2:30 pm | 3:30 pm

Orlando Science Center is thrilled to announce “Phone it Forward,” a campaign that helps protect all life here on Earth ...
05/07/2026

Orlando Science Center is thrilled to announce “Phone it Forward,” a campaign that helps protect all life here on Earth while providing for those in need.

E-waste releases harmful greenhouse gases that put wildlife, ecosystems and human health in danger.

Starting May 8th, visitors are encouraged to donate any working or broken electronic devices at OSC to help those in need and keep landfills free of e-waste! Those who donate accepted devices will receive 10% off a new membership.

Inside our Life exhibit and Conservation Hallway on Level 1, guests can learn more about the many ways they can contribute to a happier and healthier planet Earth. Start today by donating to Phone it Forward!

Plan your visit today! www.osc.org/visit

Big news! Orlando Science Center recently received a Universal Orlando Foundation Celebration of Giving Award!With this ...
05/06/2026

Big news! Orlando Science Center recently received a Universal Orlando Foundation Celebration of Giving Award!

With this generous funding, OSC has launched a new initiative to bring world-class STEM learning directly to middle school students in Osceola County – EAGLE: Empowering Achievement & Growth in Learning through Exploration.

This program inspires science learning through hands-on in-school workshops, teacher professional development, and family engagement opportunities. By preparing students with the skills they need for high wage careers, OSC empowers the next generation of innovators!

Orlando Science Center is deeply grateful to the Universal Orlando Foundation for investing in students, teachers, and the community.

We may not be going to a galaxy far, far away, but the Artemis mission is paving the way for deep space exploration. The...
05/04/2026

We may not be going to a galaxy far, far away, but the Artemis mission is paving the way for deep space exploration. The Artemis II astronauts broke Apollo 13’s record as they travelled the farthest distance from Earth on their voyage to the lunar far side. But what happens now that they’ve returned?

After spending 10 days in space, the four astronauts had to undergo many medical tests to check their vision, balance, muscle strength and coordination. Simulations were also performed that will help inform how much endurance and dexterity astronauts might have once landing on the moon. NASA is already preparing for the next phase as the launch platform heads back to Kennedy Space Center for Artemis III.

At Orlando Science Center, guests can spark their wonder for space science in Our Planet, Our Solar System on level 4 or by visiting the observatory. Whether it’s learning more about Earth or our stellar neighbors, everyone of all ages can get involved in this exciting era of space exploration!

Houston, that's what we call a mission success ✅🚀Get in your last bit of Astronaut training in this weekend before Missi...
05/02/2026

Houston, that's what we call a mission success ✅🚀

Get in your last bit of Astronaut training in this weekend before Mission: Astronaut is gone for good! But dont worry - the hall wont be empty for long! Next weekend is Mess Fest, where our traveling exhibit hall gets transformed into a messy zone full of paint slingshots, oobleck, and all kinds of messy chemistry, May 9 & 10.

Then the following weekend, on May 17, we’ll be opening a brand new experience, PHENOMENA: The Exhibition featuring reality-bending illusions.

Plan your visit today! www.osc.org/visit

This weekend is your LAST WEEKEND to see Mission: Astronaut before the traveling hall swaps to a brand new experience ca...
05/01/2026

This weekend is your LAST WEEKEND to see Mission: Astronaut before the traveling hall swaps to a brand new experience called PHENOMENA: The Exhibition! Phenomena’s illusions will mess with your perception and make you question what's real! Prepare your minds for boggling on May 17!

‼️MEMBERS‼️ Don’t forget to make use of your membership perks. You get exclusive access to new exhibits early!

Plan your visit today! www.osc.org/visit

Orlando Magazine’s Best of Orlando Awards is back and Orlando Science would love to have your votes!OSC inspires science...
05/01/2026

Orlando Magazine’s Best of Orlando Awards is back and Orlando Science would love to have your votes!

OSC inspires science learning for all with live science shows, an immersive theater and four floors worth of interactive exhibits, all of which spark curiosity in visitors of all ages! With every visit, guests learn something new about the world of science!

You can nominate OSC for six categories: Museum, Preschool, Summer Camp, Entertainment Experience, Non-Theme Park Attraction and Place to Get Married.

Nominations end TODAY, May 1!
https://www.orlandomagazine.com/best-of-orl-voting/

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