It’s the weekend again, and you need something fun, affordable, and new to do with the family. The park’s too hot, the beach is too far, the mall is too expensive, but Downtown Tallahassee has a place that checks every box.
This summer, the Challenger Learning Center is your go-to destination for a full day of hands-on STEM fun, immersive shows, and unforgettable family experiences.
SCIturday – 2nd Saturdays 10 AM to 2 PM
Start your day with SCIturday, a monthly drop-in event perfect for curious kids and science-loving grownups. The 2nd Saturday of each month features a new STEM theme like geology, environmental science, robotics, and more with hands-on activities, experiments, and mini-exhibits. Families can stop by anytime between 10 AM and 2 PM to explore, create, and learn together. Who knows – you might discover a new love for giant toads!
Planetarium Shows – Showing 6 Days A Week
After SCIturday, step into the Fogg Planetarium for a show that transports you to space! With showtimes six days a week, there’s something for every age and interest, from kid-friendly favorites like “The Little Star That Could” to journeys like “Faster Than Light: The Dream of Interstellar Flight.” The planetarium dome creates a one-of-a-kind viewing experience that’s both relaxing and educational for all! Plus, tickets are less than $10 each, with discounts for students, veterans, seniors, and more, promising an affordable experience for the whole family.
Laser Light Shows – Perfect Evening Activity
Wrap up your day with a laser light show in the Fogg! These high-energy performances pair music from icons like Queen, ABBA, Grateful Dead, and Taylor Swift with dazzling laser designs across the planetarium dome.
It’s immersive, upbeat, and the perfect “last hurrah” to your family fun day.
IMAX Films – Documentary or Hollywood Movies All Week
No trip to the Challenger Learning Center is complete without a stop at the IMAX Theater. With a towering screen that immerses you in the story, IMAX brings documentaries and Hollywood films to life in a way regular theaters simply can’t match.
Whether your family’s in the mood for a nature documentary, a space exploration film, or the latest blockbuster, IMAX is the best way to experience it.
Make It a Full Day in Downtown Tallahassee
From hands-on STEM activities to laser shows and IMAX movies, the Challenger Learning Center makes it easy to build a full day of fun with the family in Downtown Tallahassee. When you’re ready for something fresh, affordable, and unforgettable,
make the city’s best edu-tainment destination your next stop.