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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

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

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.

The Rangos Giant Cinema Meets Buzz Lightyear

The Rangos Giant Cinema Meets Buzz Lightyear

See Woody, Nemo, Ember, Mrs. Incredible, Lightning McQueen, and all your favorite Pixar characters on the largest movie screen in Pittsburgh!

Kamin Family Free Day

Kamin Family Free Day

Sun., Sept. 1
10 am–5 pm

Celebrate the end of summer with free general admission at the Science Center, courtesy of Dan and Carole Kamin! Enjoy four floors of interactive exhibits, plus hands-on, outdoor activities for MessFest!

SkyWatch

SkyWatch

Sat., Sept. 28
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.

Miniature Railroad & Village Sensory Friendly Tours

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.

Halloween Hunt

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!

Fab Lab Public Workshops

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

Laser Shows

Be dazzled by lasers to popular music or holiday themes, from Taylor Swift to Pink Floyd, there’s something for everyone.