Calendar of Events

Tour the stars in The Discovery’s portable planetarium! Join a member of the museum’s education team for guided shows featuring solar exploration, a journey to Mars, and an a look at how scientists use infrared light. Shows are first come, first served. Showtimes: 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:15pm, 2:45pm, 3:15pm, 4:00pm, 4:30pm. Tickets: Capacity is limited to 35 people per show. First come, first served.

America Recycles Day is a nationally recognized day that’s all about recycling! It’s a time to learn, get inspired, and take action. From plastic bottles and aluminum cans to paper and electronics – recycling helps keep tons of materials out of landfills, saves natural resources, and reduces pollution. And who wouldn’t want to be part of that? Whether at home, school, or work, we can all pitch in to recycle more and waste less. Join us to learn about the…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Generous support from our community has helped The Discovery inspire more than 2.2 million people since opening to the public in 2011. With your continued support, the museum will remain a valued community asset for generations to come. This Giving Tuesday we hope you’ll take the opportunity to show your support for The Discovery. Your gift provides the financial support the museum needs to create new, engaging hands-on experiences and host world-class science exhibitions for people of all ages and interests.…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

The Discovery is please to welcome you to an exclusive, members-only opportunity to see Brick Masters Studio: Build with LEGO® Bricks Like a Pro, an immersive and interactive exhibition that explores the intersection of creativity and science through hands-on exhibits and captivating sculptures built by acclaimed artist Sean Kenney using LEGO bricks. RSVP Required Please use the buttons below to RSVP for a specific museum entrance time. Once admitted, members are welcome to explore Brick Masters Studio and the entire museum…

The Discovery is pleased to welcome you to Brick Masters Studio: Build with LEGO® Bricks Like a Pro, our newest featured exhibition. Brick Masters Studio is an immersive and interactive exhibition that explores the intersection of creativity and science through hands-on exhibits and captivating sculptures built by acclaimed artist Sean Kenney using LEGO bricks. Through a series of engaging galleries, the exhibition combines the artistry of Sean Kenney with scientific exploration, fostering a deeper understanding of the creative process. Brick Masters…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

The Discovery is pleased to welcome you to Brick Masters Studio: Build with LEGO® Bricks Like a Pro, our newest featured exhibition. Brick Masters Studio is an immersive and interactive exhibition that explores the intersection of creativity and science through hands-on exhibits and captivating sculptures built by acclaimed artist Sean Kenney using LEGO bricks. Through a series of engaging galleries, the exhibition combines the artistry of Sean Kenney with scientific exploration, fostering a deeper understanding of the creative process. Brick Masters…

Save BIG in the Museum Store during The Discovery’s holiday sale happening Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 7! You’ll find a huge selection of the smartest toys, gadgets, games, apparel, puzzles, science kits, and a whole lot more! 25% off everything in the Museum Store* Discount available to museum members and nonmembers. Valid on Museum Store merchandise only. May not be combined with standard Discovery member discount or any other coupon or offer. *Excludes LEGO® products, sale, and clearance…

Join musicians from the Reno Phil here at The Discovery to explore how music is made. The Phil’s Discover Brass Quintet brings a playful side to exploring how the instruments of the brass family produce sound. You’ll enjoy hearing familiar tunes and connecting them with the instruments that create some of the most powerful sounds in the orchestra! These special performances are included with museum admission. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.

Celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month at The Discovery with the Nevada Dental Hygienists Association. While supplies last, they will be giving out goody bags with toothbrushes and coloring pages.

Step into the spirit of the Winter Olympics with a hands-on STEM celebration for all ages! Design your own athletic gear, test how high you can jump, and race bobsleds while exploring the science behind speed and materials. From engineering footwear to experimenting with friction and force, this action-packed program invites visitors to think like athletes, designers, and engineers

Step into the spirit of the Winter Olympics with a hands-on STEM celebration for all ages! Design your own athletic gear, test how high you can jump, and race bobsleds while exploring the science behind speed and materials. From engineering footwear to experimenting with friction and force, this action-packed program invites visitors to think like athletes, designers, and engineers

The Discovery’s EMPOW[HER] Collective for Women & Girls in STEM is excited to host the inaugural Girls’ STEM Career Day, a special day designed to help girls and young women explore career possibilities in the STEM fields. Connect with representatives from local STEM businesses and organizations, explore a wide variety of STEM careers, and be inspired by a keynote speaker and expert panel of women in the STEM fields. 10:00am – 3:30pm Museum exploration and interaction with STEM professionals, businesses…

Coordinated by the University of Nevada, Reno Aerospace & Defense Academy and AHA Projects, the second annual SciVenture Science Fair showcases innovative projects by young talent in Northern Nevada. Reno’s long-standing tradition of an annual science fair was held at UNR, but during the COVID-19 pandemic the fair was lost. Now, thanks to the passion of two local hight school students, Reno is bringing back the Science Fair—stronger than ever. SciVenture is more than a science competition—it’s an opportunity for…

Can you outrun a leprechaun? Find out at the 14th Annual Leprechaun Race on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The Leprechaun Race is a family-friendly event perfect for first-time 5K participants, families, and seasoned runners alike blending fun, fitness, and community spirit. Whether you’re chasing a PR or chasing rainbows, you’ll find plenty of smiles along the route! This year’s race starts and ends at Reno City Plaza, but a portion of the proceeds still go to The Discovery, Reno Running…

The Brain Bee is a regional neuroscience competition for high school students, connected to a global initiative inspiring future neuroscientists. It motivates students to explore the brain and pursue careers that advance treatments and cures for neurological disorders.

Step into the fascinating world of the human brain at The UNR Neurology Club’s Neuroscience Fair! Explore interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and live demonstrations that uncover how we think, feel, learn, and remember. This fair encourages the inquiring minds of all ages to discover the science behind what makes us who we are.