FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 16, 2026
Science Skele-bration Returns to Arizona Science Center Oct. 24-31
Arizona Science Center’s annual Halloween event features eerie fun including live bats in CaveScape and the Pumpkin Engineering Challenge
PHOENIX – Arizona Science Center invites Halloween lovers to uncover the strange, spirited and silly science behind the season during Science Skele-bration, returning Oct. 24–31.
Included with admission and Science Center Memberships, the annual celebration brings a seasonal twist to hands-on learning with rotating STEM activities, special challenges and live science demonstrations. Guests are encouraged to join the fun in costume.
Throughout the week, guests can meet live bats in CaveScape and investigate rotating STEM activities like Aerial Adaptations, Animal Brain Games, Pepper’s Ghost and Bat Weight Comparisons. On Oct. 24 and 25, a special Pumpkin Engineering Lab Challenge will invite participants to build, test and experiment as they design their own science-inspired pumpkin.
Arizona Science Center’s Blue Crew will add a spine-tingling spin to its live demonstrations, including Stomach This, Circuit Science, Microscopy and more.
WHAT: Science Skele-bration - Annual Halloween Event
WHERE: 600 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85004
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 24 - Saturday, Oct. 31 | 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
DETAILS: Science Skele-bration Highlights:
- Rotating STEM activities include Aerial Adaptations, Animal Brain Games, Pepper’s Ghost and Bat Weight Comparisons.
- Build, test, and experiment during a special Pumpkin Engineering Lab Challenge on October 24 & 25.
- During Science Skele-bration, Arizona Science Center’s Blue Crew will be putting a spine-tingling twist on their live science demonstrations. Guests will have the chance to catch Stomach This, Circuit Science, Microscopy and more.
- All Science Skele-bration activities are included with Science Center Memberships and general admission. Kids under 3 are always FREE!
- Get into the spirit by wearing a costume. However, the team asks that guests leave any face masks and costume weapons at home.
For more information about The Science Behind Halloween and parking information, visit www.azscience.org/visit/events/science-skele-bration.
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About Arizona Science Center
Located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, a five-story giant-screen theater, live demonstrations, traveling exhibitions, and exciting science programs. The Center offers programs for all ages, including Science on Wheels, CAMP INNOVATION, Teen programs, Professional Development, and Adults’ Night Out: Science With A TWIST. Whether onsite or at your location–get ready to embark on a hands-on STEM learning journey you’ll never forget. To learn more or to reserve tickets, visit azscience.org or call 602.716.2000. Follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.