Space Foundation Discovery Center Announces Fun-Filled Fall Events
Space Foundation Discovery Center Announces Fun-Filled Fall Events
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Sept. 19, 2025 — Space Foundation Discovery Center will host a series of events in October and November. The programming offers a fun and safe environment for visitors of all ages to explore the wonders of space.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 1
Event: Homeschool Days: Mars Landers (pre-registration required)
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Activities:
• 10:00–10:30 a.m. Science On a Sphere® Presentation
• 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. K–5th Session 1 and Session 2
• 12:00–12:30 p.m. Science On a Sphere® Presentation
• 1:30–2:00 p.m. Science On a Sphere® Presentation
• 2:00–3:30 p.m. K–5th Session 3 and 6th–12th Session 1
Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
Event: Cool Science
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Activities:
• Live demonstrations and interactive activities that bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life.
Date: Oct. 4–10
Event: World Space Week
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Activities:
• Educational activities revolving around the World Space Week theme of ‘Living in Space’
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 7
Event: Small Steps, Giant Leap
Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Activities:
• Reading of Racoon on the Moon! by Russell Punter in Science On a Sphere®
• Alien racoon masks craft activity (ages 2–5 years recommended)
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Event: Nikola Tesla’s Toolbox: Protecting Tardigrades (pre-registration required)
Time: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Activities:
• Protecting Tardigrades workshops at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (ages 7–12 years)
Date: Saturday, Oct. 25
Event: Mad Science Day: Halloween Event
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Activities:
• 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Glowing Ghost and Halloween Fun Workshop Session 1 (registration required)
• 12:00–2:00 p.m. Trick-or-Treating (costumes encouraged)
• 2:00–3:00 p.m. Glowing Ghost and Halloween Fun Workshop Session 2 (registration required)
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 4
Event: Small Steps, Giant Leap
Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Activities:
• Reading of Jo Bright and the Seven Bots! by Deborah Underwood in Science On a Sphere®
• Robot craft activity (ages 2–5 years recommended)
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
Event: Homeschool Days: Mars Rovers (pre-registration required)
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Activities:
• 10:00–10:30 a.m. Science On a Sphere® Presentation
• 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. K–5th Session 1 and Session 2
• 12:00–12:30 p.m. Science On a Sphere® Presentation
• 1:30–2:00 p.m. Science On a Sphere® Presentation
• 2:00–3:30 p.m. K–5th Session 3 and 6th–12th Session 1
Date: Saturday, Nov. 8
Event: Military Appreciation Day
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Activities:
• Free admission for veterans, military and their families with valid ID
Date: Saturday, Nov. 15
Event: Cool Science
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Activities:
• Live demonstrations and interactive activities that bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 22
Event: Nikola Tesla’s Toolbox: Magnetism that Moves
Time: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Activities:
• Electricity and magnetism workshops at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (ages 7–12 years)
For more information on Discovery Center events, please visit discoverspace.org/upcoming-events/.
About Space Foundation Discovery Center
Located in Colorado Springs, the Space Foundation Discovery Center is a hands-on space and science center that inspires and prepares the next generation of space professionals. As a hub for world-class STEM education, it partners with industry, government, and academia to bring cutting-edge experiences to students and families. Core attractions include the El Pomar Space Gallery, Boeing Additive Manufacturing Lab, and Northrop Grumman Science Center. Learn more at www.discoverspace.org.
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Media Contact:
Zakary Watson
Director, Communications
(719) 362-8152
zwatson@spacefoundation.org