Calendar of Events

Are you faster than a leprechaun? Find out at the 4th Annual Leprechaun Race on Sunday, March 13th. This family-friendly 5K run/walk will take you on a tour through the streets of the Midtown and Wells Avenue neighborhoods. The race starts and ends at The Discovery and a portion of the proceeds go the museum!

Join us for The Discovery’s inaugural “Scramble for Science” golf tournament on Friday, June 10, 2016 at one of Reno’s best known and most player-friendly venues, LakeRidge Golf Course. This fun, friendly tournament includes a raffle, hole-in-one challenge, and prizes for the top three teams. Each player can enjoy a BBQ dinner from LakeRidge’s 19th Hole Restaurant & Bar after the tournament. $150 per player, $550 per foursome Registration includes swag bag, 2 drinks, and a BBQ dinner following the tournament.…

You’re invited to explore the artistry of mixology by taking a hands-on look at the science behind the craft of tiki-themed cocktails. At The Discovery’s premier annual fundraising event, you’ll explore your favorite libations in ways you’ve never experienced before. Add to that delicious fare from local culinary hot spots, silent and live auctions, and museum exploration, and you’ve got the recipe for a fundraising event unlike other! Help raise $100,000 in a single night to support The Discovery’s mission…

Are you faster than a leprechaun? Find out at the 5th Annual Leprechaun Race on Sunday, March 12th. This family-friendly 5K run/walk will take you on a tour through the streets of the Midtown and Wells Avenue neighborhoods. Don’t despair if the leprechaun beats you to the finish. For every runner and walker the leprechaun passes, his pot of gold grows in size. Who will benefit from the increased pot of gold? The Discovery, who is Race178’s non profit partner…

Join us for The Discovery’s second annual “Scramble for Science” golf tournament on Friday, June 23, 2017 at one of Reno’s best known and most player-friendly venues, Lakeridge Golf Course. This fun, friendly tournament includes a raffle, hole-in-one challenge, and prizes for the top three teams. All players are encouraged to enjoy a BBQ dinner at LakerRidge’s 19th Hole Restaurant & Bar, included with tournament registration. $150 per player, $550 per foursome Registration includes swag bag, 2 drinks, and a BBQ…

Have you ever wanted to know… • Why brewers pick certain hops for their beers, and hear it right from their mouths? • What actually grows in our local foodshed and meet the people producing it? • Where gin gets its distinct character and flavor from the folks distilling it? Then join us on Thursday, August 17th, as Yelpstronomy 3.0 takes over The Discovery! Yelpstronomy is a FREE PRIVATE EVENT, that will take you on a hands-on, interactive journey where you’ll…

Join A T. rex Named Sue at this year’s Chemistry of the Cocktail, The Discovery’s premier fundraising event, and prepare for a colossal exploration into the science behind the craft of paleontologically-themed martinis and other cocktails. Add to that delicious fare from your favorite local culinary hot spots, and you have the recipe for a great way to support the museum. Help raise $100,000 in a single night to support The Discovery’s mission to inspire by being the place to…

Are you faster than a leprechaun? Find out at the 6th Annual Leprechaun Race on Sunday, March 11, 2018. This family-friendly 5K run/walk will take you on a tour through the streets of the Midtown and Wells Avenue neighborhoods. Don’t despair if the leprechaun beats you to the finish. For every runner and walker the leprechaun passes, the pot of gold grows in size. Who will benefit from the increased pot of gold?… The Discovery, Race178’s nonprofit partner in the…

On March 22, 2018, we’re asking you to join thousands of Nevadans in supporting your favorite nonprofit organization. During the 7th annual Nevada’s Big Give, you can join together with your fellow Nevadans for 24 hours of philanthropic support. Nevada’s Big Give is one extraordinary day to make a real impact—every donation you make gives The Discovery the chance to win financial prizes while also furthering our mission to inspire by being the place to experience science.   The Terry…

Jump start your summer and support The Discovery’s mission when you join us for our first annual Family Night, and the official kick-off of the museum’s summer theme, Curiosity Carnival. You’ll enjoy carnival themed treats like mini corn dogs, funnel cake bites, gourmet popcorn, mini donuts, fresh fruit and assorted beverages! You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the entire museum, including the brand new Curiosity Carnival exhibition that delves into the science behind your favorite carnival games. Special performance:…

On Thursday, October 18th, Whole Foods Market in Reno is holding its Community Giving Day and donating 5% of net sales to The Discovery to support the museum’s mission to be the place to experience science. The only thing you need to do to support this fundraising effort is shop—buy groceries, have lunch, grab a coffee or beer, etc. We appreciate your support! Whole Foods Market Reno 6139 S. Virginia Street Reno, NV 89502