Events Calendar

Spring Break at TFI
Mar 28 - Apr 10 2026
FREE WITH ADMISSION

Spring into discovery at The Franklin Institute this break! Dive into a world of scientific wonders and hands-on exploration with even more evening hours for Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition.

Membership Spring Break offer
Mar 28 - Apr 10 2026
LIMITED TIME OFFER

Celebrate Spring Break with the gift of discovery. Become a member by April 10 and enjoy 10% off plus 2 additional months on select membership tiers when you use promo code SPRNGBRK26.

Science After Hours: Rhythm & Booms
Apr 10 2026 | 7:30 - 11:30pm
ADULT EVENING

Dance your way through exhibits, sip sun-soaked drinks, and dive hands-first into activities inspired by music and sound and produced by partners and creators. Then, just as the beat drops, cue the explosive, heart-pounding live science “booms”!

Astronomy Day 2026 at TFI
Apr 25 2026 | 11am - 3pm
FREE WITH ADMISSION

Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory.  

Engineering Hope: How Gene Therapies are Rewiring Medicine at TFI
Apr 28 2026 | 7 - 8:30pm
CONVERSATION LAB

Join us for a live Conversation Lab featuring world-renowned scientist David Liu, a pioneer in gene editing. This interactive event explores how gene therapies are transforming medicine and improving lives.

TFI Members Only Live Science Show
Jun 13 2026 | 12:45 - 1:30pm
MEMBERS ONLY

Join us for an exclusive, members-only live science show where curiosity takes center stage. Experience real-time experiments, engaging demonstrations, and insights from expert hosts.
 

TFI Members Only Live Science Show
Jul 18 2026 | 12:45 - 1:30pm
MEMBERS ONLY

Join us for an exclusive, members-only live science show where curiosity takes center stage. Experience real-time experiments, engaging demonstrations, and insights from expert hosts.