August 30th
Planetarium Special Feature: Norse Mythology at Emerald Coast Science Center. Join us for a Planetarium Special Feature where you’ll explore the Norse legends of the sky! Sit under the stars and listen to the action-packed stories of the Norse gods Thor, Loki, Odin, and Freya. On this tour of the solar system, you’ll learn fun facts about the planets, how the Nine Realms of Norse mythology were created, and how the days of the week received their names from the Norse gods.
The Planetarium is an inflatable dome, powered by FPL. Guests sit on cushions on the floor of the planetarium to view the show. Due to size, space is limited to 25 patrons at a time. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended for this reason. Shows begin at 6 and 7 pm and last approximately 45 minutes. Pricing: Nonmembers: $12. Members: $10. More details here.
September 1st
September 12th
Planetarium Special Feature: Women of the Stars is September 12th with shows at 6pm and 7pm. You’ll discover the female pioneers of space and space travel! Space is limited. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended. We’ll travel around the solar system to celebrate some of the earliest female astronomers, NASA scientists, and astronauts. You’ll also learn about the brother/sister duo who discovered Uranus, the two planets that are named after goddesses (and three dwarf planets), the only constellation named after a historical figure, and the best mom ever who won a trip to space and decided to take her 18-year-old daughter. Buckle your seat belts, because these amazing women will blow you away.
Seating is limited, so purchase your tickets in advance: call 850-664-1261, stop by the science center or go online to buy your tickets here.
September 28th
Service Dog and Combat Vet Dart Tournament will be held at the American Legion in Crestview on James Lee Blvd. This is a Steel Tip Blind Draw Dart Tournament (you draw a number for your partner) and benefits Service Dog and Combat Veterans organizations. Entry fee is $20, plus a 50/50 drawing and raffle prizes. (Half the entry fee will go for prize money and the other half for the organizations.
October 3rd
Members only Halloween Planetscarium is October 3rd with shows at 5, 6 and 7pm. Come dressed in Halloween costumes and prepare to be scared! We’ll teach you about our favorite scary space facts in a terrifying tour of the solar system. Learn which planet is home to the Labyrinth of Night, why Pluto is named after the underworld, and which monster from Greek mythology was the scariest – do you think it’s Medusa, the Minotaur, the Hydra, or the Chimera? Recommended for ages 5+. Space is limited to 25 guests per show; reserving tickets in advance is required for this reason. Please call 850-664-1261, stop by the Science Center, or use our online ticketing option to reserve your tickets.
October 12th
October 19th
Sip & Science: Fright Night is October 19th from 6pm-9pm. Stop in for a spell and have a blast. We’ll have a spooky scavenger hunt that will take you all over the grounds of our haunted museum, a Slime Station where you can make your own ghastly concoctions, even a Mad Lab where you can guess what our Mad Scientists have cooked up and hidden in each box, if you dare. Monkey brains? Or simply spaghetti? You won’t know unless you dive in with both hands…for those feeling a little squeamish, you can stop by the sciPad and play Halloween trivia or head to the museum gallery to paint your own mini pumpkin to display at home. Don’t forget to don a costume for your chance to win our costume contest, complete with prizes!
Early bird pricing: Members $25 Nonmembers $30. Day of pricing: Members $30 Nonmembers $35. Ticket price includes admission, access to regular and special museum exhibits, drink tickets for adult beverages (beer and a specialty cocktail), and food. Guests age 21+ (IDs will be checked at the door). Get more details here.
October 29th
Planetarium Special Feature: Spooky Secrets, is October 29th with shows at 5, 6 and 7pm. Come dressed in Halloween costumes, get your Trick-or-Treat candy, and prepare to be scared! We’re ready to celebrate Halloween under the night sky in our inflatable planetarium. Join us for a fun and scary night of monster stories, inspired by our planets, moons, and stars. Join our 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. show for family-friendly stories about the creepy creatures of mythology hidden in the night sky. These showings are appropriate for ages 5 and up. Our 7 p.m. Spooktacular Show is more appropriate for ages 8 and up as the tales told during this show are spookier. All shows last approximately 45 minutes.
Seating is limited and very popular. We encourage purchasing your tickets in advance, as this is a first come, first served event. Please call 850-664-1261, stop by the Science Center, or use our online ticketing option to purchase your tickets.
