Daily Schedule

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket. Hollywood Films are not included with General Admission.

Shark Kingdom

12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
Shark heroes and conservationists Jess Cramp, Liv Rose and Cristina Zenato lead this epic family adventure into the kingdom of sharks, where we’ll come face to face with these ancient and awe-inspiring animals and learn how our future is intertwined with theirs. In some of the world’s most beautiful diving locations, join the action to understand and help these magnificent creatures, and be immersed in the larger story of our shared oceans.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

All activities are included with General Admission tickets unless otherwise noted.

Putt Putt Paradise

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Inspired by mini golf and arcade games this new hands-on activity turns a game of chance into an engineering challenge! Design, build, and test a device to propel a golf ball through obstacle courses inspired by real mini golf games.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Social Robots 

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Build a robot to help with a task using real sensors and actuators. Customize your robot and imagine what it can do! 
Social Robots, Lower Level 

Cardboard Haunted House 

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own cardboard decorations for our Cardboard Community Haunted House! Use cardboard making tools and techniques to create fun Halloween themed decorations to take home or display for other visitors to see.
Tech Studio, Lower Level 

ChromoZONE

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
 Explore the exciting world of genetics by doing hands-on experiments with scientists from Stanford University. Ages 6+.
BioDesign Studio, Upper Level

Mushroom Bricks

12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Grow bricks and building blocks using nature’s technology — living mushrooms! Explore the sustainable material of the future by designing a brick that will grow from mushroom mycelium!  Ages 10+, under 10 must partner with an adult.
BioTinkering Lab, Upper Level

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket. Hollywood Films are not included with General Admission.

Shark Kingdom

12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
Shark heroes and conservationists Jess Cramp, Liv Rose and Cristina Zenato lead this epic family adventure into the kingdom of sharks, where we’ll come face to face with these ancient and awe-inspiring animals and learn how our future is intertwined with theirs. In some of the world’s most beautiful diving locations, join the action to understand and help these magnificent creatures, and be immersed in the larger story of our shared oceans.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

All activities are included with General Admission tickets unless otherwise noted.

Putt Putt Paradise

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Inspired by mini golf and arcade games this new hands-on activity turns a game of chance into an engineering challenge! Design, build, and test a device to propel a golf ball through obstacle courses inspired by real mini golf games.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Social Robots 

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Build a robot to help with a task using real sensors and actuators. Customize your robot and imagine what it can do! 
Social Robots, Lower Level 

Cardboard Haunted House 

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own cardboard decorations for our Cardboard Community Haunted House! Use cardboard making tools and techniques to create fun Halloween themed decorations to take home or display for other visitors to see.
Tech Studio, Lower Level 

ChromoZONE 

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Explore the exciting world of genetics by doing hands-on experiments with scientists from Stanford University. Ages 6+.
BioDesign Studio, Upper Level

Mushroom Bricks

12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Grow bricks and building blocks using nature’s technology — living mushrooms! Explore the sustainable material of the future by designing a brick that will grow from mushroom mycelium!  Ages 10+, under 10 must partner with an adult.
BioTinkering Lab, Upper Level

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket. Hollywood Films are not included with General Admission.

Shark Kingdom

12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
Shark heroes and conservationists Jess Cramp, Liv Rose and Cristina Zenato lead this epic family adventure into the kingdom of sharks, where we’ll come face to face with these ancient and awe-inspiring animals and learn how our future is intertwined with theirs. In some of the world’s most beautiful diving locations, join the action to understand and help these magnificent creatures, and be immersed in the larger story of our shared oceans.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

All activities are included with General Admission tickets unless otherwise noted.

Putt Putt Paradise

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Inspired by mini golf and arcade games this new hands-on activity turns a game of chance into an engineering challenge! Design, build, and test a device to propel a golf ball through obstacle courses inspired by real mini golf games.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Social Robots 

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Build a robot to help with a task using real sensors and actuators. Customize your robot and imagine what it can do! 
Social Robots, Lower Level 

Cardboard Haunted House 

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own cardboard decorations for our Cardboard Community Haunted House! Use cardboard making tools and techniques to create fun Halloween themed decorations to take home or display for other visitors to see.
Tech Studio, Lower Level 

ChromoZONE 

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Explore the exciting world of genetics by doing hands-on experiments with scientists from Stanford University. Ages 6+.
BioDesign Studio, Upper Level

Mushroom Bricks

12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Grow bricks and building blocks using nature’s technology — living mushrooms! Explore the sustainable material of the future by designing a brick that will grow from mushroom mycelium!  Ages 10+, under 10 must partner with an adult.
BioTinkering Lab, Upper Level

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket. Hollywood Films are not included with General Admission.

Halloween LASERS!

4 p.m. | 5:30 p.m.
The French electronic music duo known as Daft Punk brought house music to the masses. The Laser Daft Punk show is an exciting tribute to the visual spectacle of the costumed pair, and their extravagant live shows.

Not included with General Admission. Tickets can be purchased here.

Wild Rescue

10:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
Experience the inspiring journey of animals given a second chance at a wild life in this giant screen adventure. Based on the work at the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network, this uplifting film follows the dedicated teams who rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wild animals. With breathtaking cinematography and heartwarming moments, Wild Rescue reminds us that every creature deserves a second chance—and that hope is worth fighting for.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level

All activities are included with General Admission tickets unless otherwise noted.

Spooky Solar Critters Workshop

3 p.m.
 Join us if you dare for a frightfully fun outdoor experience where science meets the supernatural! Get hands-on with eerie electronics as you design and build your own solar-powered spooky critter - a creepy, crawly creature that comes to (after)life with the power of the sun.
Rooftop or Upper Level Balcony

Click here for tickets, additional workshop fee required. Places are limited and advance reservations are recommended.

Putt Putt Paradise

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Inspired by mini golf and arcade games this new hands-on activity turns a game of chance into an engineering challenge! Design, build, and test a device to propel a golf ball through obstacle courses inspired by real mini golf games.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Social Robots 

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Build a robot to help with a task using real sensors and actuators. Customize your robot and imagine what it can do! 
Social Robots, Lower Level 

Cardboard Haunted House 

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own cardboard decorations for our Cardboard Community Haunted House! Use cardboard making tools and techniques to create fun Halloween themed decorations to take home or display for other visitors to see.
Tech Studio, Lower Level 

ChromoZONE 

12 p.m. to 2 p.m. 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Explore the exciting world of genetics by doing hands-on experiments with scientists from Stanford University. Ages 6+.
BioDesign Studio, Upper Level

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket. Hollywood Films are not included with General Admission.

Wild Rescue

11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m.
Experience the inspiring journey of animals given a second chance at a wild life in this giant screen adventure. Based on the work at the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network, this uplifting film follows the dedicated teams who rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wild animals. With breathtaking cinematography and heartwarming moments, Wild Rescue reminds us that every creature deserves a second chance—and that hope is worth fighting for.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

All activities are included with General Admission tickets unless otherwise noted.

Spooky Candy House Engineering Workshop

12 p.m.
Enter our Spooky Science Lab and put your eerie engineering skills to the test! Craft a spooky, haunted candy house using chillingly sweet materials - perfect for Halloween! Can your ghostly structure survive a monstrous earthquake test, or will it crumble into a sugary grave? Only the brave will find out!
Pratt Science Lab, Lower Level

Click here for tickets, additional workshop fee required. Places are limited and advance reservations are recommended.

Spooky Solar Critters Workshop

3 p.m.
 Join us if you dare for a frightfully fun outdoor experience where science meets the supernatural! Get hands-on with eerie electronics as you design and build your own solar-powered spooky critter - a creepy, crawly creature that comes to (after)life with the power of the sun.
Rooftop

Click here for tickets, additional workshop fee required. Places are limited and advance reservations are recommended

Putt Putt Paradise

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Inspired by mini golf and arcade games this new hands-on activity turns a game of chance into an engineering challenge! Design, build, and test a device to propel a golf ball through obstacle courses inspired by real mini golf games.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Cardboard Haunted House 

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own cardboard decorations for our Cardboard Community Haunted House! Use cardboard making tools and techniques to create fun Halloween themed decorations to take home or display for other visitors to see.
Tech Studio, Lower Level 

Social Robots 

12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Build a robot to help with a task using real sensors and actuators. Customize your robot and imagine what it can do! 
Social Robots, Lower Level 

Mushroom Bricks

11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Grow bricks and building blocks using nature’s technology — living mushrooms! Explore the sustainable material of the future by designing a brick that will grow from mushroom mycelium!  Ages 10+, under 10 must partner with an adult.
BioTinkering Lab, Upper Level

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One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket. Hollywood Films are not included with General Admission.

Arctic: Our Frozen Planet

12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
Embark on an epic 3D adventure across the magical realm of snow and ice at the top of our planet. For millennia, its steady seasons have allowed life to thrive. But global warming is upsetting this balance, and scientists are discovering that what happens here, affects us all.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

All activities are included with General Admission tickets unless otherwise noted.

Putt Putt Paradise

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Inspired by mini golf and arcade games this new hands-on activity turns a game of chance into an engineering challenge! Design, build, and test a device to propel a golf ball through obstacle courses inspired by real mini golf games.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Social Robots 

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Build a robot to help with a task using real sensors and actuators. Customize your robot and imagine what it can do! 
Social Robots, Lower Level 

Cardboard Haunted House 

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own cardboard decorations for our Cardboard Community Haunted House! Use cardboard making tools and techniques to create fun Halloween themed decorations to take home or display for other visitors to see.
Tech Studio, Lower Level 

Mushroom Bricks

10:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Grow bricks and building blocks using nature’s technology — living mushrooms! Explore the sustainable material of the future by designing a brick that will grow from mushroom mycelium!  Ages 10+, under 10 must partner with an adult.
BioTinkering Lab, Upper Level