Experience the thrill of discovery year-round at The Franklin Institute with our exciting lineup of seasonal events!
Dive into seasonal fun with interactive exhibits, traveling exhibitions, and special programs designed to ignite curiosity and inspire wonder in visitors of all ages. No matter the time of year, there's always something extraordinary to discover at The Franklin Institute!
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Seasonal Science: Holiday Programming
Celebrate the season with science! Step into the festive Creation Station to build and play, catch the all-new Planetarium show “Reason for the Seasons,” and enjoy holiday-themed twists on favorite Live Science Shows about snow, lights, and warmth.
2025 Seasonal Experiences
Thankful for Live Science
Enjoy live science demonstrations, visit the reaches of space in the Fels Planetarium shows, and open observatory viewing all weekend long. Don’t miss your chance to win a special prize at randomly selected live science demonstration in the PECO Demonstration Theater all weekend long!
Seasonal Science: Holiday Programming
Celebrate the season with science! Step into the festive Creation Station to build and play, catch the all-new Planetarium show “Reason for the Seasons,” and enjoy holiday-themed twists on favorite Live Science Shows about snow, lights, and warmth.
Science Park
Enjoy science demonstrations and adventurous exploration in an open-air setting, perfect for family fun and outdoor learning experiences.
Science After Hours
Science After Hours is a quarterly evening event series exclusively for adults ages 21+ curated by Philadelphia’s premier science museum in collaboration with organizations across the city.
Second Thursdays TFI
Extended hours exclusively for our 18+ adult audience! Join us for the first of this series to kick off your new favorite summer spot.
Spring Break at TFI
Let us help you plan your Spring Break! Join us for two weeks of science fun and interactive programming for the whole family.