Calendar of Events

Join us for the first annual Teen Science Night, hosted and organized by The Discovery’s Teen Advisory Committee. Explore the entire museum and take part in a variety of cool science activities and demonstrations. Selfie scavenger hunt DIY marshmallow launchers Paper rocketry Screen printing lab Black light face paint Create custom colored candy Monster Fish & Inside Out exhibitions Photo booth Live DJ Note: Attendance at this event is limited to students enrolled in high school only.

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!

The Discovery will be open from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 2016.

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.…

With urban populations growing, exploring ways to make cities more livable and yet sustainable is key. At Social Science, you’ll investigate how citizens and cities are working together to improve quality of life by looking at food, housing and growth, with sustainability in mind. Tour a tiny home built by the Academy for Career Education Explore hydroponics with Urban Roots Learn about community-based food systems from Jeff Bryant of the Polygrarian Institute Preview Reno’s new West 2nd District with members of the…

The Rotary Club of Midtown, Grassroots Books and The Discovery are on a mission to help children build their very own book collections. From 4:00 to 8:00pm on Wednesday, July 20th we will be providing free books to museum visitors. Bring a bag or backpack and fill it with your favorites literary selections while enjoying half price admission to The Discovery!

Once again, The Discovery is participating in the annual Midtown Art Walk. Enjoy free admission from 4:00 to 8:00pm and the opportunity to explore the entire museum including the newest addition, Inside Out: an Anatomy Experience, and the featured exhibition, Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants, on exhibit through September 5th. For complete details on this year’s Midtown Art Walk, please visit renomidtownartwalk.com.

On Sunday, October 2nd from 10:00am to 12:00pm, The Discovery is offering exclusive admission to families with children on the Autism Spectrum and with sensory processing disorders. This exclusive event provides an opportunity to enjoy sensory-friendly time at the museum and allows parents to network with one another. Discover Your Way visitors are welcome to stay and play when the museum opens to the general public at noon. For more information about Discover Your Way, please contact Catherine Van Dellen at…

The Discovery will be open 10:00am to 5:00pm on Monday, October 3 in recognition of Washoe Country School District’s fall break. Be sure to check the calendar of events to find out what’s happening at the museum throughout the break.

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…

November 10, 2016 is the first official International Science Center & Science Museum Day (ISCSMN), and The Discovery is a part of the celebration. Building upon UNESCO’s theme of “Science for Peace and Development,” ISCSMN’s goal is to create new ways for science institutions to proactively address global sustainability while reaching increasingly diverse audiences. Visit The Discovery on this special day to explore these sustainability activities: Can you create a sustainable future city? The game introduces the three pillars of…

The Discovery will be open 10:00am to 5:00pm on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11th. To find out what’s happening at the museum, visit the calendar of events. Daily admission for veterans and active duty military is $9.

Visit The Discovery to meet Thomas Darnell, author of “Biggest Little Photographer,” a book featuring photographs Thomas took during the one-year project he began at age 8. Thomas’ book proves what can be done when you combine perseverance, a passion for Legos, and a huge heart—truly a great story of the potential of Reno’s youth. Thomas’ book, “Biggest Little Photographer” is available for purchase in the museum store at The Discovery.

Leave the kids at home and journey to the museum store at The Discovery for kid-free holiday shopping. You’ll enjoy discounts on everything in the store and complimentary wine, snacks, and gift wrapping. Members receive 20% off, and nonmembers get a 10% discount, on their entire purchase. And, no sales tax! Your purchase in the museum store supports The Discovery’s mission to create interest and engagement in science in our community. Thank you!