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  • Midnight at Noon!

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Can't stay up 'til midnight on New Year's Eve? You can still put on your dancing shoes and party during the day at Eugene Science Center! Join us for a…

  • Concert Under the Stars: Travis Knapp

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Join us on January 11, 2025 at 6pm to celebrate Travis Knapp's 5th studio album release! A Travis Knapp show is full of audience singing, rich vocal harmonies, clawhammer banjo,…

  • Oakshire Inspires 2025

    Oakshire Public House 207 Madison St., Eugene, United States
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    Join us at Oakshire's Eugene Public House (207 Madison Street) on January 15 from 5-7pm. $1 for every core pint sold will be donated to Eugene Science Center in support…

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    Science Uncensored: Lovestruck

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Science Uncensored: Lovestruck Saturday, February 8th, 2025 • Ages 21+ • 6:00pm-9:00pm $25 general admission • $35 general admission with two adult beverages Click here to Purchase Tickets Online Featuring Dinner: Enjoy…

    $25

  • Celebrating Pi Day

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    PI DAY CELEBRATION March 14th - Pi Day! 10am - 1 pm Come celebrate Pi Day at the Eugene Science Center and join us in the Community Room for Pi(e)…

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    Earth Day Celebration

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    April 22nd - Earth Day! 10 am - 1 Pm Happy Earth Day 2025! Join us at the Eugene Science Center for scientific and explorative experiments and activities in appreciation for our…

    Free

  • Nikon Small World

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    May 9 - July 6 View the top winners of Nikon's Small Wonders Photomicrography competition on display only at Eugene Science Center.  Free with ESC admission. A digital display will…

    Free

  • Pedal the Planets

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    May 24, 10am Celebrate Bike Month with a cosmic ride through our Solar System! Join us for an out-of-this-world biking adventure along the scale model of our solar system where…

    Free

  • 56th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

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    July 20, 1:17pm July 20th marks the 56th anniversary of the moon landing. It also happens to be National Ice Cream Day, so come and celebrate the moon landing with…

    Free

  • Video Sync 2025

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Video sync Where: Eugene Science Center's Planetarium When: August 9th and 10th, 4pm Video Sync is an ongoing series of events by video artists, for video artists, celebrating the toolmakers,…

  • Fundraiser Night – Abby’s Legendary Pizza

    Abby's Legendary Pizza 1970 River Road, Eugene, United States
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    Abby's Legendary Pizza Fundraiser Where: 1970 River Road When: August 25, 2025 from 5pm - 8pm Please tell the cashier that you are there for Eugene Science Center's fundraiser. The…

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, August 30th, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, September 6th, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Closed for Annual Maintenance

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    Eugene Science Center will be closed September 8 -12 for an annual week of maintenance and deep cleaning. We will reopen for Friday afternoon laser shows on Sept. 12th.

  • For the Trees

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    For the Trees Step inside Oregon’s forests like never before. For the Trees is a first-of-its-kind, 360-degree virtual reality documentary that brings you face to face with the people, practices…

    $10.00

  • Pedal the Planets

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Pedal the Planets: Solar System Trail Ride Join us for an out-of-this-world biking adventure along the Solar System Trail in Alton Baker Park— a scale model of our solar system…

    $10

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, September 20th, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • After Hours Live Planetarium Show

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    AFTER HOURS LIVE PLANETARIUM SHOW Saturday, September 27th @ 6pm Explore our solar system on the planetarium dome. Audience participation and questions are welcome as we "fly to" planets and moons within…

    $7.50

  • Dark Sky Star Party

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Dark sky star party Hosted in collaboration with the Eugene Astronomical Society FREE Saturday, September 27th @ 7:30pm WEATHER PERMITTING. Telescopes will be available to view the Milky Way, star…

    Free

  • Fundraiser Night – Falling Sky

    Falling Sky Brewing 1334 Oak Alley, Eugene, Oregon
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    Falling Sky Pint Night Fundraiser Where: Falling Sky Brewpub, 1334 Oak Alley When: September 30, 11am - 9pm Quench your thirst while supporting science education! Falling Sky will donate $1…

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, October 11th, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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    Ninkasi Pints for a Cause

    Ninkasi Tasting Room 272 Van Buren St., Eugene, OR
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    NINKASI PINTS FOR A CAUSE Where: Ninkasi Tasting Room, 272 Van Buren Street When: October 21, 2:30-9pm $1 from every beer poured will be donated to Eugene Science Center. Eugene…

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, October 25th, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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    Science Spooktacular

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Science Spooktacular Sunday, October 26, 2025 11am - 4pm Family fun for all ages. Mad Scientist demos, Halloween crafts, creepy crawly critters, Halloween Laser Show, and more! Costumes encouraged. PRICING:…

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    Science Uncensored: Darkness Brewing

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    Science Uncensored: DARKNESS BREWING Thursday, OCTOBER 30, 2025 • Ages 21+ • 6:00pm-9:00pm $30 general admission AT THE DOOR, $25 ESC Members Featuring Food: Food is available for purchase from Smokn'…

    $25

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    Sensory Sensitive Evening

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    For neuro-diverse children and adults who prefer a quiet, less sensory-stimulating environment, we welcome you! Wednesday, November 5th 5:30-7:00pm Need a quieter, less sensory-stimulating environment? Attend our Sensory Sensitive Evenings…

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Friday, November 14th, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Closed for UO Home Football Game

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    Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, November 22nd, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Holiday Sale!

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    MEMBERSHIP SALE: $10 off all Household Memberships! Purchase or renew your ESC membership before December 31st to enjoy a full year of reciprocal benefits through ASTC. ASTC announced that they…

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    Claim 52 Pint Night

    Claim 52 232 Lincoln St, Eugene, OR, United States
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    CLAIM 52 PINT NIGHT Where: 232 Lincoln Street, Eugene, OR When: December 10th, all day $1 from every regular glass sold (no tasters) will be donated to Eugene Science Center.…

  • Christmas Hours

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    Eugene Science Center will be CLOSING early at 2pm on Christmas Eve, and will remain closed through Christmas Day. Happy Holidays!

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    Midnight at Noon!

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    MIDNIGHT AT NOON! December 31st, 10am - 1pm Can't stay up to midnight to ring in 2026? No problem!  Put on your dancing shoes and party during the day at…

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    Yoga Under the Stars – Jan 12, 2026

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    YOGA UNDER THE STARS Where: Eugene Science Center's Planetarium When: January 12, 2026, 5:30-6:30pm (social time until 7pm) Price: $30 General Admission, $25 Members Purchase Ticket Online: https://eugenesciencecenter.org/special-events/ Breathe, stretch,…

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    Crafting Under the Stars – Jan 21, 2026

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    CRAFTING UNDER THE STARS Where: Eugene Science Center's Planetarium When: January 21, 2026, 6-8pm Price: $8 online in advance, $10 at the door Purchase Ticket Online: https://eugenesciencecenter.org/special-events/ Bring a knitting…

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    Yoga Under the Stars – Feb 23, 2026

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    YOGA UNDER THE STARS Where: Eugene Science Center's Planetarium When: February 23, 2026, 5:30-6:30pm (social time until 7pm) Price: $30 General Admission, $25 Members Purchase Ticket Online: https://eugenesciencecenter.org/special-events/ Breathe, stretch,…

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    Yoga Under the Stars – March 16, 2026

    Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, United States
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    YOGA UNDER THE STARS Where: Eugene Science Center's Planetarium When: March 16, 2026, 5:30-6:30pm (social time until 7pm) Price: $30 General Admission, $25 Members Purchase Ticket Online: https://eugenesciencecenter.org/special-events/ Breathe, stretch,…