7 fun adventures + 1 frightening event at McWane this October
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October is here and ghoulish adventure is lurking everywhere you turn. For some kid-friendly hocus pocus, grab the fam and head to McWane Science Center in Birmingham for Spooky Science, October 30-31 and more Halloween-inspired scientific fun.
1. Spooky Science
Fall is here and the excitement of sugary treats and costumes is in the air. Where will I be this Saturday-Sunday, October 30-31? At McWane, of course. Halloween weekend marks their annual Spooky Science event and it’s the perfect place for you and the kids to rock your costumes and indulge in fun activities.
Here are three reasons you should attend:
- You can create magic potions and ooey-gooey slime.
- You can meet McWane’s creepiest crawlers.
- Kids can dress up in their costumes and partake in scavenger hunts around the museum.
When: October 30-31 | Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday Noon-5PM
Price: General Admission to McWane
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2. It’s turtle time!
Love Donatello, Leonardo and the rest of the Ninja Turtle gang? October is the ultimate time to dress as your favorite character and head to McWane.
Here you’ll find their latest exhibit—Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewer.
All visiting ninjas-in-training will have the chance to master new skills in teamwork, collaboration and problem-solving through interactive puzzles, mazes and obstacles.
When: Now-January 2022
Time: General Business Hours: Wed-Friday 9AM-5PM, Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday Noon-5PM
Price: General Admission to McWane
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Want even more excitement this October?
Here’s what else is on McWane‘s agenda:
3. Project Vaccine—Our Best Defense
What: McWane’s newest interactive and bilingual exhibition. Learn about vaccines and their development, viral transmission and the many steps and countless professionals involved in the creation and rollout of vaccines.
When: Opens October 22
Time: General Business Hours: Wed-Friday 9AM-5PM, Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday Noon-5PM
Price: General Admission to McWane
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4. National Astronomy Day & 4-H Day
What: McWane teams up with the 4-H Foundation to give you a chance to look beyond our galaxy to explore the stars and celebrate the December launch of the James Webb Space Telescope.
Programs include:
- Stellar Optics
- Straw Rockets
- Space-themed Design Challenges
- And more
When: Saturday, October 9 | Saturday 10AM-5PM
Price: General Admission
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5. James Bond—No Time to Die—in IMAX
What: Watch James Bond in his latest mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist.
When: October 6-21 | Showtimes Vary
Price: Adult $13 | Child $12 | Senior $12
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6. Great Barrier Reef in IMAX
What: Go on an unforgettable adventure to the Great Barrier Reef with reef native Jenna Craig as she documents efforts to preserve the reef and swim with giant mantas, sea turtles, sharks + more.
When: Opens Friday, October 15 | Showtimes Vary
Price: Adult $9 | Child $8 | Senior $8
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7. Virtual SciCafe: Alankriti Baipai presents Holey Materials
What: Join Dr. Alankriti Bajpai in this virtual event as she presents research in honor of National Chemistry Week. Presentation is hosted via Zoom. Find the meeting ID/Password here.
When: Tuesday, October 19 | 6:30PM
Price: FREE
Watch here
8. Dune in IMAX
What: Follow brilliant and gifted Paul Atreides as he travels to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people.
When: October 22-November 4 | Showtimes Vary
Price: Adult $13 | Child $12 | Senior $12
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Ready for a jam-packed October? Keep up with all the happenings at McWane by visiting their website and following them on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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