Pre-registration for Winter Fest is now closed. Walk-ins are welcome, but due to limited capacity, entrance is not guaranteed.
Explore the Institute for FREE during Interactive Intern Day, focusing on science, learning, and fun! Hosted by our Pontiac School District High School interns, guests will engage with winter- and cold-themed activities and performances, like:
- Snowy Slime
- Face Painting
- Ornaments Snow Globes
- Ice Fishing
- Snowflakes
- Gift Bag Decorating
- Performances by the Interns
- Holiday Tunes by the Greater Oakland Singers
- Limited complimentary shortened planetarium shows - due to capacity these are first-come, first-served.
General admission is FREE to the public all day from 10am-5pm and hands-on activities will take place from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Registration is strongly recommended. Walk-ins are welcome, but due to capacity limits, entrance is not guaranteed.
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Tickets to our newest traveling exhibit, Galileo: Scientist, Astronomer, Visionary can be purchased at the front desk upon arrival. Tickets range in price from $5-$8; children under 2 are FREE.