Events for All Ages
If you’re looking for fun, family-friendly events in Pittsburgh, Carnegie Science Center is the destination guaranteed to ignite the “Wow!” in everyone!
Our special public event activities are included with a general admission ticket. There’s no shortage of fun things to do at Carnegie Science Center. Explore our upcoming Special Public Events for the whole family!
The Science Behind Pixar
Venture into the creativity behind Woody, Sulley, and all your favorite Pixar characters with 50 hands-on activities.
The Rangos Giant Cinema
A movie experience like no other. With digital 4K clarity and Dolby Atmos surround sound, you will feel like you are in the movie.
Miniature Railroad & Village® Sensory Friendly Tours
Fri., Oct. 25,
5–6 pm
Cost: $10 per person
Designed for visitors with sensory sensitivities and/or other disabilities, these tours are personalized and free of crowds and loud noises.
SkyWatch
Sat., Oct. 26
9 pm
$10 for Members/$12 for nonmembers.
Stargaze a Saturday night away. Reconnect with the night sky through a featured planetarium performance and, weather-permitting, live views of night sky objects in telescopic detail.
Halloween Hunt
Sun., Oct. 27
10 am–5 pm
Show off your Halloween costume and get ready for spooky science! Go on a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt throughout the Science Center, enjoy hands-on activities and games, and get pictures in front of your favorite exhibits!
Members Family Night: Trains and T Rexes – Sold Out!
Fri., Nov. 1
6–9 pm
Free for Members!
Enjoy exclusive members-only time in the Miniature Railroad to get a sneak peek at the newest addition, the Chinatown Inn, then head over to The Rangos to travel back in time to the Cretaceous period.
Fab Lab Public Workshops
Have you ever wanted to experiment with a 3D printer? Want to learn how to use a laser cutter?
Laser Shows
Be dazzled by lasers to popular music or holiday themes, from Taylor Swift to Pink Floyd, there’s something for everyone.
