Events & Movies
Sports Weekend
Educator Open House
Sensory Friendly Day (August)
Cities of the Future (3D)
Sports Weekend
Get ready to move, explore, and play during Sports Weekend at the Connecticut Science Center! Join us for an action-packed event filled with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and fun demonstrations that explore the science behind your favorite sports.
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Educator Open House
Ready to supercharge your teaching superpowers, inspire your students like never before, and have an unforgettable day of hands-on adventure? Then you can’t miss our annual FREE Educator Open House at the Connecticut Science Center — the ultimate summer experience designed just for you!
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Sensory Friendly Day (August)
At the Connecticut Science Center, we believe everyone deserves an engaging and inclusive experience. That’s why we’ve created Sensory Friendly Days, designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences.
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Cities of the Future (3D)
This isn’t science fiction — it’s happening now. Travel to cities like Amsterdam, Los Angeles, and Singapore to see how engineers are creating a sustainable future driven by human ingenuity.
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The Science Behind PIXAR
Discover Pixar’s filmmaking magic through hands-on activities inspired by beloved films like Toy Story and Incredibles 2. Explore the production process, hear from Pixar team members, and meet life-sized recreations of Buzz Lightyear, Dory, WALL•E, and more!
Secrets of the Sea (3D)
Get ready to meet some of the ocean’s strangest and most spectacular creatures in Secrets of the Sea, narrated by Joelle Carter. From pygmy seahorses and opalescent squid to manta rays, tiger sharks, and a coconut octopus, this film brings you face-to-face with fascinating marine life and their unique interactions.
Wild Rescue (3D)
Wild Rescue follows the dedicated teams who rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wild animals. From the arrival of a fragile bobcat to the rehabilitation of a young fox evacuated during a wildfire, explore hospital admissions, groundbreaking medical treatments, and the delicate balance of wildlife care.
Cities of the Future (3D)
This isn’t science fiction — it’s happening now. Travel to cities like Amsterdam, Los Angeles, and Singapore to see how engineers are creating a sustainable future driven by human ingenuity.
On select Tuesdays, the Science Center transforms into a magical playland where little ones ages 6 and under can explore a world of discovery, with crowd-controlled spaces, hands-on activities, and special programming designed just for them.
Meet Veronica Calin, a transportation engineer, and learn about how our roads are planned!
Don’t miss the spookiest event of the season—the Connecticut Science Center's Annual Gala: Monster Mash! Save the date for a night of ghastly glamor with creepy cocktails, a devilishly delicious dinner, live and silent auctions to die for, and thrilling music!
At the Connecticut Science Center, we believe everyone deserves an engaging and inclusive experience. That’s why we’ve created Sensory Friendly Days, designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences.
Join us for an inspiring day that highlights the incredible contributions of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Each Women in Science Saturday features engaging hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and the opportunity to connect with women STEM professionals from a variety of backgrounds and fields.
On select Tuesdays, the Science Center transforms into a magical playland where little ones ages 6 and under can explore a world of discovery, with crowd-controlled spaces, hands-on activities, and special programming designed just for them.
Bring your middle and high school students to a STEM Career Showcase, a conference-style field trip day designed to expose your students to the diversity of STEM employment opportunities available in Connecticut.
On select Tuesdays, the Science Center transforms into a magical playland where little ones ages 6 and under can explore a world of discovery, with crowd-controlled spaces, hands-on activities, and special programming designed just for them.