Calendar of Events
Past Events
Create a Mobile
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Take advantage of the afternoon breezes in Northern Nevada with a do-it-yourself mobile you create in The Shop. Using available tools and materials, you can create a mobile that will dance and sway in the wind. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Giving Tuesday 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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.…
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 7, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Small Wonder Wednesday
An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, repeating until January 28, 2026
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for young learners ages 5 and under. Hear stories, climb the clouds, create art, and enjoy the entire museum for a full hour before it opens to everyone! Please note: Admission during Small Wonder Wednesday is limited to families with children ages 5 and under only. Visitors with children age 6 and older can visit the museum beginning at 10:00am.
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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$5 Admission After 4:00pm
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until February 4, 2026
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Every Wednesday, beginning at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per person! And best of all, the museum stays open until 8:00pm so there’s plenty of time to explore! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
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Polar Habitat Diorama
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create your own mini polar habitat, full of natural wildlife and tundra flora. Using cardboard, clay, and other materials, visitors can design their own ecologically accurate diorama. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Design a Stadium
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to design a stadium considering what activities it will host and the best way to accommodate all guests. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 7, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 7, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Members-only Preview: Brick Masters Studio
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Exhibition Opening: Brick Masters Studio
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 7, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Polar Habitat Diorama
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create your own mini polar habitat, full of natural wildlife and tundra flora. Using cardboard, clay, and other materials, visitors can design their own ecologically accurate diorama. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Design a Stadium
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to design a stadium considering what activities it will host and the best way to accommodate all guests. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Exhibition Opening: Brick Masters Studio
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 7, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Museum Store Holiday Sale
An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until December 7, 2025
Reno, NV 89501 United States
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…
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Polar Habitat Diorama
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create your own mini polar habitat, full of natural wildlife and tundra flora. Using cardboard, clay, and other materials, visitors can design their own ecologically accurate diorama. Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Design a Stadium
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to design a stadium considering what activities it will host and the best way to accommodate all guests. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Small Wonder Wednesday
An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, repeating until January 28, 2026
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join us here at The Discovery every Wednesday for a special morning just for young learners ages 5 and under. Hear stories, climb the clouds, create art, and enjoy the entire museum for a full hour before it opens to everyone! Please note: Admission during Small Wonder Wednesday is limited to families with children ages 5 and under only. Visitors with children age 6 and older can visit the museum beginning at 10:00am.
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Small Wonder Wednesday: Music Together
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Join our friends from Music Together Biggest Little City for a fun-filled class of music and movement. Through singing, dancing and instruments, young learners and their parents/caregivers will explore the joys of family music-making and the powerful benefits of having music in their lives. About Music Together Music Together is an early childhood music and movement program for children from birth through age eight—and the grownups who love them! First offered in 1987, our music classes help little ones develop…
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$5 Admission After 4:00pm
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until February 4, 2026
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Every Wednesday, beginning at 4:00pm, museum admission is just $5 per person! And best of all, the museum stays open until 8:00pm so there’s plenty of time to explore! Members and children under age 1 are always free.
Find out more »
Design a Stadium
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Work with fellow museum visitors in Spark!Lab Smithsonian to design a stadium considering what activities it will host and the best way to accommodate all guests. Please note: This activity includes access to tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young inventors use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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Snowflake String Art
Reno, NV 89501 United States
Visit The Shop to create the perfect decoration for winter. Using hammers and nails, you can create a winter-inspired shape to trace with festive winter string. Best of all, what you make is yours to take home! Please note: The Shop offers access to real tools and materials that can be dangerous if used improperly. Parents are encouraged to help young tinkerers use the tools and materials safely in this space.
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