Daily Schedule

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket.

T.REX

12:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. 
The true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex—from hatchling to hulking adult—to life.

Blue Whales

1:30 p.m.
Narrated by award-winning actor Andy Serkis, Blue Whales provides an unforgettable window into the lives these animals live – and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. Dive beneath the waves off the exotic Seychelles Islands on a high-risk mission to find a missing population of blue whales not seen in 50 years, and visit the stunning Gulf of California to explore the important role these remarkable animals play in the health of our oceans.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

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

DIY T-Shirt Bag

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
April is Earth month! Come learn how to turn a T-shirt into a customizable reusable bag to help keep materials out of landfills and flex your DIY skills. First come, first served; T-shirts provided while supplies last.
Atrium, Lower Level

Social Robots Innovation Lab

10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m.
Become a robotics engineer by working as a team to debug a malfunctioning robot!  
Social Robots, Lower Level

Bridgetopia Innovation Lab

10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m.
Check out our brand new engineering design challenge! Build and test a bridge that will help connect communities on nearby
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Trash Grabbers

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate spring with a hands-on, DIY engineering activity! Learn about designing mechanical motion and how to use it to help keep our planet clean. Design and test a DIY trash grabber in different model environments to level up your planet saving skills.
The 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. - 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.

T.REX

12:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. 
The true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex—from hatchling to hulking adult—to life.

Blue Whales

1:30 p.m.
Narrated by award-winning actor Andy Serkis, Blue Whales provides an unforgettable window into the lives these animals live – and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. Dive beneath the waves off the exotic Seychelles Islands on a high-risk mission to find a missing population of blue whales not seen in 50 years, and visit the stunning Gulf of California to explore the important role these remarkable animals play in the health of our oceans.

Pink Floyd at Pompeii

6 p.m.
Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII, the iconic 1972 film, now re-mastered in 4K with enhanced audio. Set in the haunting ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheater in Pompeii, it showcases Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert without an audience. The film includes stunning visuals, behind-the-scenes moments, and unforgettable tracks like “Echoes” and “One of These Days.” Get tickets.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

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

DIY T-Shirt Bag

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
April is Earth month! Come learn how to turn a T-shirt into a customizable reusable bag to help keep materials out of landfills and flex your DIY skills. First come, first served; T-shirts provided while materials last.
Atrium, 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

Trash Grabbers

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate spring with a hands-on, DIY engineering activity!  Learn about designing mechanical motion and how to use it to help keep our planet clean. Design and test a DIY trash grabber in different model environments to level up your planet saving skills.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Bridgetopia Innovation Lab

12 p.m.
Check out our brand new engineering design challenge! Build and test a bridge that will help connect communities on nearby islands.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level 

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

T.REX

12:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. 
The true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex—from hatchling to hulking adult—to life.

Blue Whales

1:30 p.m.
Narrated by award-winning actor Andy Serkis, Blue Whales provides an unforgettable window into the lives these animals live – and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. Dive beneath the waves off the exotic Seychelles Islands on a high-risk mission to find a missing population of blue whales not seen in 50 years, and visit the stunning Gulf of California to explore the important role these remarkable animals play in the health of our oceans

Pink Floyd at Pompeii

6 p.m., 8 p.m.
Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII, the iconic 1972 film, now re-mastered in 4K with enhanced audio. Set in the haunting ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheater in Pompeii, it showcases Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert without an audience. The film includes stunning visuals, behind-the-scenes moments, and unforgettable tracks like “Echoes” and “One of These Days.” Get tickets.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

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

DNA DAY

National DNA Day celebrates the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA in 1953. It is a day when learners of all ages can explore and investigate more about genetics and genomics.

DNA Friendship Bracelets

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Create a colorful bracelet inspired by DNA’s perfect pairs! Use beads to represent base pairs and design a unique accessory to wear or share with a friend. It’s the perfect mix of biology, bonding, and beadwork—because great friendships, like DNA, are all about the perfect match! 
Lower Level Atrium

DNA Buttons

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Get creative with genetics! Students will design colorful DNA-inspired buttons mixing science with art for a fun, wearable twist on biology.
Lower Level Atrium

PTC Taste Test

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Discover whether you have the genetic instructions to taste a bitter molecule.
Body World Counter, Upper Level

AI and Genetics

10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Selin Jessa, a postdoc from Stanford, will present a demonstration about how she uses machine learning to make discoveries about our genes
Upper Level,  Innovations in Healthcare

CSI San Jose

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Use genetics to discover who left their DNA at a crime scene. Ages 6+.
BioDesign Studio, Upper Level

DNA Necklaces

12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Extract DNA and take it home in a necklace!
BioDesign Studio, Upper Level

Bridgetopia Innovation Lab

10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m.

Check out our brand new engineering design challenge! Build and test a bridge that will help connect communities on nearby islands.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Social Robots Innovation Lab

10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m.
Become a robotics engineer by working as a team to debug a malfunctioning robot!  
Social Robots, Lower Level

Trash Grabbers

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate spring with a hands-on, DIY engineering activity! Learn about designing mechanical motion and how to use it to help keep our planet clean. Design and test a DIY trash grabber in different model environments to level up your planet saving skills.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket.

Blue Whales

10:30 a.m. | 1:30 p.m. |
Narrated by award-winning actor Andy Serkis, Blue Whales provides an unforgettable window into the lives these animals live – and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. Dive beneath the waves off the exotic Seychelles Islands on a high-risk mission to find a missing population of blue whales not seen in 50 years, and visit the stunning Gulf of California to explore the important role these remarkable animals play in the health of our oceans.

T.REX

11:30 a.m. | 3:30 p.m.
The true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex—from hatchling to hulking adult—to life.

The Blue Angels

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

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

Bridgetopia

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Check out our brand new engineering design challenge! Build and test a bridge that will help connect communities on nearby islands.
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 

Trash Grabbers

10 a.m. to 12:30 p..m | 2 p.m.  to 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate spring with a hands-on, DIY engineering activity!  Learn about designing mechanical motion and how to use it to help keep our planet clean. Design and test a DIY trash grabber in different model environments to level up your planet saving skills.
The 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.

T.REX

11:30 a.m. | 3:30 p.m.
The true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex—from hatchling to hulking adult—to life.

The Blue Angels

Blue Whales

1:30 p.m.
Narrated by award-winning actor Andy Serkis, Blue Whales provides an unforgettable window into the lives these animals live – and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. Dive beneath the waves off the exotic Seychelles Islands on a high-risk mission to find a missing population of blue whales not seen in 50 years, and visit the stunning Gulf of California to explore the important role these remarkable animals play in the health of our oceans.

Pink Floyd at Pompeii

4:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII, the iconic 1972 film, now re-mastered in 4K with enhanced audio. Set in the haunting ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheater in Pompeii, it showcases Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert without an audience. The film includes stunning visuals, behind-the-scenes moments, and unforgettable tracks like “Echoes” and “One of These Days.” Get tickets.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

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

Bridgetopia

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Check out our brand new engineering design challenge! Build and test a bridge that will help connect communities on nearby islands.
The Tech Studio, 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

Social Robots 

11 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

Trash Grabbers

11 a.m. to 12:30 p..m | 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate spring with a hands-on, DIY engineering activity!  Learn about designing mechanical motion and how to use it to help keep our planet clean. Design and test a DIY trash grabber in different model environments to level up your planet saving skills.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level 

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One 45-minute Educational IMAX film is included with each General Admission ticket.

T.REX

12:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. 
The true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex—from hatchling to hulking adult—to life.

Blue Whales

1:30 p.m.
Narrated by award-winning actor Andy Serkis, Blue Whales provides an unforgettable window into the lives these animals live – and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. Dive beneath the waves off the exotic Seychelles Islands on a high-risk mission to find a missing population of blue whales not seen in 50 years, and visit the stunning Gulf of California to explore the important role these remarkable animals play in the health of our oceans.

IMAX Dome Theater, Ground Level 

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

Trash Grabbers

10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate spring with a hands-on, DIY engineering activity! Learn about designing mechanical motion and how to use it to help keep our planet clean. Design and test a DIY trash grabber in different model environments to level up your planet saving skills.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Mushroom Bricks

10 a.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

Bridgetopia Innovation Lab

11 a.m., 12 p.m.
Check out our brand new engineering design challenge! Build and test a bridge that will help connect communities on nearby islands.
The Tech Studio, Lower Level 

Social Robots Innovation Lab

12 p.m.
Become a robotics engineer by working as a team to debug a malfunctioning robot!  
Social Robots, Lower Level