This summer, science comes alive at the Science Centre! Curious minds of all ages can touch, explore, and discover alongside our science educators, with hands-on activities available every day.
Activities are included with your daily ticket and offered daily, until September 7 (unless otherwise noted).
**Schedules may vary and are subject to change without notice.**
Follow the clues to track Quebec’s native mammals and uncover where they live! A nature-inspired adventure for all ages, where discovery and curiosity go hand in hand.
Dates: Wednesday, June 24, through Monday, September 7, 2026
Hours: Ongoing, between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Duration: About 10 minutes
Location: In the Funny Creatures exhibition
Design an ingenious track that keeps a marble rolling as long as possible, and see if you can beat the current record. Game on!
Dates: Wednesday, June 24, through Monday, September 7, 2026
Hours: Ongoing, between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Duration: Flexible, approximately 10 to 30 minutes
Location: Workshops 3 and 4
Find out how fireworks are made and where their colours come from, in this dazzling science demo. Chemical reactions, sparks, and a whole lot of science in action!
Dates: Wednesday, June 24, through Monday, September 7, 2026
Times: Schedule varies, with 1 or 2 performances per day (alternating between French and English)
Duration: 20 minutes
Location: In Explore exhibition’s interactive area
Craving something sweet? Watch our science educators whip up (almost) instant ice cream using liquid nitrogen, then grab a mini cone to taste it for yourself!
Dates: Fridays and Saturdays, from July 17 to September 7
Hours: Schedule varies—Ask the ticket office team for today’s schedule when you arrive
Duration: 10 minutes
Location: In front of the Funny Creatures exhibition’s entrance
