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November 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - November 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am

$55

Clock In For the Night Shift

Experience the Lancaster Science Factory in a whole new way when you stay overnight! Explore over 75 hands-on exhibits, enjoy a pre-lights-out snack, unroll your sleeping bag in the exhibit hall, and have a light breakfast before you leave in the morning. This special program is only offered a few times a year, so sign up now for an upcoming Night Shift!

Tickets

Tickets for the Night Shift are just $55 and include activity guides, snacks, and breakfast. This program is limited to children ages 5 – 12, and one adult (18+) is required for every three children. No adults will be admitted without children. Consider joining us for the Night Shift with your scout group or sports team or even to celebrate a special birthday!

Program Schedule

Night Shift Programs will be held on the following dates. Click each date to purchase tickets!

Itinerary

  • 7:00 pm – Registered guests check in and stow their belongings.
  • 7:00 – 10:00pm – Free exploration in the exhibit hall. Complete optional scavenger hunts or scout badge activity guides!
  • 8:00 – 9:00pm – Drop into the Maker Space for an evening snack.
  • 10:00 pm – Guests will select their sleeping spots and exhibits will begin to close.
  • by 10:30 pm – Lights out.
  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am – Light breakfast is available in the Maker Space.
  • by 8:15 am – Exhibit hall closes

Frequently Asked Questions and Night Shift Policies

You may bring sleeping bags, sleeping mats, and twin air mattresses. Battery or foot-operated pumps are recommended, because we cannot guarantee sleeping space near an available power outlet. 

Cots and tents are not permitted.

We recommend comfortable clothes with layers as the temperature may adjust throughout the night. Shoes are required when moving around the exhibit hall, so please bring slip on shoes for late-night restroom visits. 

If you're planning on using a phone, iPad, or other device after lights out, please bring along headphones.

The evening snack will consist of a piece of fruit, a bagged snack like chips or pretzels, plus juice or water. 

Breakfast will feature a selection of pastries, cereals, fruit, and juice.  

If someone in your group has allergies please indicate this when you register. We will contact you about alternative options.

We cannot guarantee that our provided food is allergen-free. 

The Night Shift Program is designed for families with children ages 5 - 12.  

Activities go well past most younger children's bedtimes. Younger guests may have a hard time staying awake and there is no place for them to quiety go to sleep before designated lights out time.

We welcome all ages during general admission, but the Night Shift program is specifically planned for Elementary-aged students and their parents.

Cancellations (by the registrant) received less than two weeks before the Night Shift Program will be subject to a refund of 1/2 of the total registration cost. Cancellations received at least two weeks in advance shall receive a full refund. Any programs canceled by the Lancaster Science Factory for any reason will be refunded fully.

Details

Start:
November 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm
End:
November 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am
Cost:
$55
Event Category:

Venue

The Lancaster Science Factory
454 New Holland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(717) 509-6363
View Venue Website

Organizer

Robin Bowden
Phone
717-509-6363
Email
rbowden@tlsf.org

November 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - November 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am

$55

Clock In For the Night Shift

Experience the Lancaster Science Factory in a whole new way when you stay overnight! Explore over 75 hands-on exhibits, enjoy a pre-lights-out snack, unroll your sleeping bag in the exhibit hall, and have a light breakfast before you leave in the morning. This special program is only offered a few times a year, so sign up now for an upcoming Night Shift!

Tickets

Tickets for the Night Shift are just $55 and include activity guides, snacks, and breakfast. This program is limited to children ages 5 – 12, and one adult (18+) is required for every three children. No adults will be admitted without children. Consider joining us for the Night Shift with your scout group or sports team or even to celebrate a special birthday!

Program Schedule

Night Shift Programs will be held on the following dates. Click each date to purchase tickets!

Itinerary

  • 7:00 pm – Registered guests check in and stow their belongings.
  • 7:00 – 10:00pm – Free exploration in the exhibit hall. Complete optional scavenger hunts or scout badge activity guides!
  • 8:00 – 9:00pm – Drop into the Maker Space for an evening snack.
  • 10:00 pm – Guests will select their sleeping spots and exhibits will begin to close.
  • by 10:30 pm – Lights out.
  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am – Light breakfast is available in the Maker Space.
  • by 8:15 am – Exhibit hall closes

Frequently Asked Questions and Night Shift Policies

You may bring sleeping bags, sleeping mats, and twin air mattresses. Battery or foot-operated pumps are recommended, because we cannot guarantee sleeping space near an available power outlet. 

Cots and tents are not permitted.

We recommend comfortable clothes with layers as the temperature may adjust throughout the night. Shoes are required when moving around the exhibit hall, so please bring slip on shoes for late-night restroom visits. 

If you're planning on using a phone, iPad, or other device after lights out, please bring along headphones.

The evening snack will consist of a piece of fruit, a bagged snack like chips or pretzels, plus juice or water. 

Breakfast will feature a selection of pastries, cereals, fruit, and juice.  

If someone in your group has allergies please indicate this when you register. We will contact you about alternative options.

We cannot guarantee that our provided food is allergen-free. 

The Night Shift Program is designed for families with children ages 5 - 12.  

Activities go well past most younger children's bedtimes. Younger guests may have a hard time staying awake and there is no place for them to quiety go to sleep before designated lights out time.

We welcome all ages during general admission, but the Night Shift program is specifically planned for Elementary-aged students and their parents.

Cancellations (by the registrant) received less than two weeks before the Night Shift Program will be subject to a refund of 1/2 of the total registration cost. Cancellations received at least two weeks in advance shall receive a full refund. Any programs canceled by the Lancaster Science Factory for any reason will be refunded fully.

Details

Start:
November 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm
End:
November 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am
Cost:
$55
Event Category:

Venue

The Lancaster Science Factory
454 New Holland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(717) 509-6363
View Venue Website

Organizer

Robin Bowden
Phone
717-509-6363
Email
rbowden@tlsf.org

November 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - November 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am

$55

Clock In For the Night Shift

Experience the Lancaster Science Factory in a whole new way when you stay overnight! Explore over 75 hands-on exhibits, enjoy a pre-lights-out snack, unroll your sleeping bag in the exhibit hall, and have a light breakfast before you leave in the morning. This special program is only offered a few times a year, so sign up now for an upcoming Night Shift!

Tickets

Tickets for the Night Shift are just $55 and include activity guides, snacks, and breakfast. This program is limited to children ages 5 – 12, and one adult (18+) is required for every three children. No adults will be admitted without children. Consider joining us for the Night Shift with your scout group or sports team or even to celebrate a special birthday!

Program Schedule

Night Shift Programs will be held on the following dates. Click each date to purchase tickets!

Itinerary

  • 7:00 pm – Registered guests check in and stow their belongings.
  • 7:00 – 10:00pm – Free exploration in the exhibit hall. Complete optional scavenger hunts or scout badge activity guides!
  • 8:00 – 9:00pm – Drop into the Maker Space for an evening snack.
  • 10:00 pm – Guests will select their sleeping spots and exhibits will begin to close.
  • by 10:30 pm – Lights out.
  • 7:00 am – 8:00 am – Light breakfast is available in the Maker Space.
  • by 8:15 am – Exhibit hall closes

Frequently Asked Questions and Night Shift Policies

You may bring sleeping bags, sleeping mats, and twin air mattresses. Battery or foot-operated pumps are recommended, because we cannot guarantee sleeping space near an available power outlet. 

Cots and tents are not permitted.

We recommend comfortable clothes with layers as the temperature may adjust throughout the night. Shoes are required when moving around the exhibit hall, so please bring slip on shoes for late-night restroom visits. 

If you're planning on using a phone, iPad, or other device after lights out, please bring along headphones.

The evening snack will consist of a piece of fruit, a bagged snack like chips or pretzels, plus juice or water. 

Breakfast will feature a selection of pastries, cereals, fruit, and juice.  

If someone in your group has allergies please indicate this when you register. We will contact you about alternative options.

We cannot guarantee that our provided food is allergen-free. 

The Night Shift Program is designed for families with children ages 5 - 12.  

Activities go well past most younger children's bedtimes. Younger guests may have a hard time staying awake and there is no place for them to quiety go to sleep before designated lights out time.

We welcome all ages during general admission, but the Night Shift program is specifically planned for Elementary-aged students and their parents.

Cancellations (by the registrant) received less than two weeks before the Night Shift Program will be subject to a refund of 1/2 of the total registration cost. Cancellations received at least two weeks in advance shall receive a full refund. Any programs canceled by the Lancaster Science Factory for any reason will be refunded fully.

Details

Start:
November 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm
End:
November 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am
Cost:
$55
Event Category:

Venue

The Lancaster Science Factory
454 New Holland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(717) 509-6363
View Venue Website

Organizer

Robin Bowden
Phone
717-509-6363
Email
rbowden@tlsf.org

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