Boston Science Events for Kids and Families
Is your child a budding scientist? Boston is quite the hub for science related events and activities, especially with our museum and univeristy scene. Find events for kids with science and STEM based themes, including workshops, classes, seminars and hands on activities.Public Stargazing Night at the BU Coit Observatory, Boston, Free
Mon, May 1, 2023 - Wed, May 1, 2024
Public Open Night at the Observatory is a chance for people to come observe the night sky through telescopes and binoculars and see things they otherwise might not get to see, and learn some astronomy as well.
Mon, May 1, 2023 - Wed, May 1, 2024
Public Open Night at the Observatory is a chance for people to come observe the night sky through telescopes and binoculars and see things they otherwise might not get to see, and learn some astronomy as well.
Arlington Astronomy Nights at Robbins Park, Arlington, Free
Sat, August 5, 2023 - Sat, September 30, 2023
This summer, Astronomy Nights at Robbins Farm Park return! Due to scheduling constraints, we'll only have three nights this year.
Sat, August 5, 2023 - Sat, September 30, 2023
This summer, Astronomy Nights at Robbins Farm Park return! Due to scheduling constraints, we'll only have three nights this year.
Cambridge Science Festival, Cambridge, Free
Mon, September 25, 2023 - Sun, October 1, 2023
Be Curious! Join scientists, engineers and more at the Cambridge Science Festival. The week-long celebration combines all the magic and mayhem of modern science in an action-packed program of events, demonstrations,...
Mon, September 25, 2023 - Sun, October 1, 2023
Be Curious! Join scientists, engineers and more at the Cambridge Science Festival. The week-long celebration combines all the magic and mayhem of modern science in an action-packed program of events, demonstrations,...
Take Aparts, Acton
Wed, October 4, 2023 - Wed, October 4, 2023
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.
Wed, October 4, 2023 - Wed, October 4, 2023
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.
National Fossil Day, Cambridge, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023 - Sat, October 7, 2023
What treasures are found in the Harvard University paleontology collections? Meet Harvard paleontologists to find out! See their favorite fossils, learn about their research, and ask questions.
Sat, October 7, 2023 - Sat, October 7, 2023
What treasures are found in the Harvard University paleontology collections? Meet Harvard paleontologists to find out! See their favorite fossils, learn about their research, and ask questions.
Vacation Day: Science Clinic (5-9 yrs), Newton, $
Mon, October 9, 2023 - Mon, October 9, 2023
Join the JCC for a deep dive into science with hand-on experiments, cool science facts and more! Get messy and have a blast in this 2-hour science laboratory adventure!
Mon, October 9, 2023 - Mon, October 9, 2023
Join the JCC for a deep dive into science with hand-on experiments, cool science facts and more! Get messy and have a blast in this 2-hour science laboratory adventure!
Partial Solar Eclipse Observing with the McAuliffe Center, Framingham
Sat, October 14, 2023 - Sat, October 14, 2023
All are welcome to safely observe the partial solar eclipse and participate in hands-on activities! McAuliffe Center staff will facilitate hands-on activities, guide your observations, and answer questions about eclipses. Maximum eclipse: 1:25 PM.
Sat, October 14, 2023 - Sat, October 14, 2023
All are welcome to safely observe the partial solar eclipse and participate in hands-on activities! McAuliffe Center staff will facilitate hands-on activities, guide your observations, and answer questions about eclipses. Maximum eclipse: 1:25 PM.
National Chemistry Week: The Healing Power of Chemistry!, Acton
Sat, October 21, 2023 - Sat, October 21, 2023
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.
Sat, October 21, 2023 - Sat, October 21, 2023
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.
Probing the Edge of the Solar System with IBEX, New Hampshire
Thu, April 5, 2103 - Mon, April 15, 2013
The Interstellar Boundary Explorer has been imaging the Solar System boundary and collecting interstellar wind from our galactic neighborhood. Dr. Eberhard Mobius, a lead scientist on the IBEX team, will discuss the latest discoveries.
Thu, April 5, 2103 - Mon, April 15, 2013
The Interstellar Boundary Explorer has been imaging the Solar System boundary and collecting interstellar wind from our galactic neighborhood. Dr. Eberhard Mobius, a lead scientist on the IBEX team, will discuss the latest discoveries.
