Overview
During Spooktacular Science Weekends in October, Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion will be filled with Halloween spirit and fall-themed fun for the whole family! Each weekend brings hands-on activities, festive challenges, and spooky science surprises that make learning an adventure.
All activities are included with general admission or membership (unless otherwise noted below).
- Professor Pumpkin's Science Show: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
- Spooky Animal Chat: 2 p.m.
- Pumpkin Pendulum Activity: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Remote Control Tractor Races: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Cauldron Conundrum Activity: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Colonel Pumpkin's Parade (1:30 p.m.): Come dressed in your Halloween costume and join Colonel Pumpkin’s parade through the Science Center
Plush Pups on Parade ($10 / $8 members): Pick out a stuffed puppy and design and decorate your own carrier for your new pet! Learn important lessons about pet ownership and then proudly show off your stuffed pup by joining Colonel Pumpkin’s Parade around the Science Center!
Admission
Upcoming Dates
- Saturday, October 4
- Sunday, October 5
- Saturday, October 11
- Sunday, October 12
- Saturday, October 18
- Sunday, October 19
- Saturday, October 25
- Sunday, October 26