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Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Closed Tuesdays.
The USS Requin is closed.
Buhl Planetarium closed on Wed., Feb. 19.
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21+ Nights

Experience an exclusive after-hours party at the Science Center’s 21+ Nights, spread across all four floors. With no kids around, dive into deeper science content, witness daring experiments, and enjoy party games with friends. Explore fascinating topics like pop culture, mythology, space, and more. Drinks are available for purchase, making it the perfect adults-only night out in Pittsburgh!

Valid ID is required for entry.

Sponsored by:
   
Westmoreland County, PA – More to Discover
 
Special thanks to our event partners:
 
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Sponsored by:

Westmoreland County, PA – More to Discover

Special thanks to our event partners:

Pump logo

Pittsburgh Young Professionals logo

City Girls Who Walk logo

Upcoming events:

21+ Night: Pi Day

Fri., March 14
6–10 p.m.

There are infinite reasons for you to come to the Science Center and our Pi Day 21+ Night is one of them! Celebrate all things pi(e) as well as Albert Einstein’s birthday with us.

  • Drink up with our themed cocktails while listening to some live music. 
  • Learn about pi and Albert Einstein with our fun science demos!
  • Compete in a pi(e) eating contest in the name of science!
  • Explore all the Science Center’s exhibits after hours.
  • Watch a pizza acrobat do tricks with pizza dough!
  • Test your knowledge of science and play a round of pub trivia!

21+ Night: Paws and Claws

Fri., April 11
6–10 p.m.

From fur to scales to feathers, we can all agree that our pets are part of the family. Celebrate them with us at the Science Center on National Pet Day! Learn about some fun animal science, explore the exhibits after hours, and help local pets by bringing a toy or food donation.

  • Snuggle up with some therapy dogs from Animal Friends, and learn about the mental health benefits of pets.
  • Meet some purrfect adoptable cats from Oakland TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release)
  • Meet the animal ambassadors who live at the Science Center and hear from our Animals & Habitats team.
  • Sip on some themed cocktails while you explore the Science Center’s exhibits.

About 21+ Nights at Carnegie Science Center

Carnegie Science Center is not just for kids! Adult-night events in Pittsburgh are not all the same. Whether you are looking for a great date night, a place to meet new friends, conversation about current science topics or events, or things to do in Pittsburgh, you can find them here. 21+ Nights at the Science Center will challenge you, entertain you, and provide you with something different to do with friends.

Please see the safety guidelines in place to learn what is being done to ensure safe and fun experiences for all visitors.

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