Free with Admission: STEM Showdown Qualifier
2024-12-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-21 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Join us at the Science Cafe from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to qualify for the STEM Showdown! Kids in grades K—5 who complete hands-on activities earn their way into this special competition in January!

Click here to learn more about the STEM Showdown.

Girl Scouts Robotics Workshop
2024-12-14 13:00 - 16:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Girl Scouts Robotics Workshop
In this workshop, a mixed group of Brownies through Cadettes can complete the requirements for ALL THREE Robotics badges (Designing Robots, Programming Robots, Showcasing Robots). The workshop could be as long as 3 hours.
Badges are not included. Girl Scouts receive free admission to the Lancaster Science Factory. Your scouts are welcome to stay and play after/before their workshops. Leaders are also free (please be prepared to show proof of your leader status). Additional non-scout guests receive the group rate. Workshops that do not meet a minimum threshold of 5 scouts may be canceled and refunded by The Lancaster Science Factory.
Click here to register for this program.

2024-12-14 19:00 - 2024-12-15 08:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
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!

Saturday, November 9th, 2024
Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Saturday, January 25th, 2025
Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

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

What type of sleeping gear can I bring?

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.

What else should I bring?

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.

What kind of food will you serve?

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.

What if someone in my group has allergies?

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.

Why can't I bring a child under the age of 5 or older than 12?

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.

What is your cancellation policy?

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.

The Girls Code Club (Cohort 1: Ruby)
2024-12-15 14:00 - 15:30 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
The Lancaster Science Factory welcomes new and returning coders to the ALL NEW Girls Code Club! Each cohort will learn a different coding language in twice-monthly sessions. Join us in the Fall, Spring, or BOTH!
This program is open to girls ages 8 – 13. No coding experience is required, but it is helpful for students to have some experience with a qwerty keyboard and mouse. The cost is just $105 per participant. This includes eight facilitated lessons, a Girls Code Club water bottle, and earned attendance incentives. Scholarships are available for families with financial needs.
Sign up before September 8th, 2024 to participate in the fall session. Click here to learn more!

The Girls Code Club (Cohort 2: JavaScript)
2024-12-19 16:00 - 17:30 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States

Special Hours 10am - 1pm
2024-12-24 10:00 - 15:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
The Lancaster Science Factory will close at 3pm on Tuesday, Decmeber 24th.

CLOSED
2024-12-25 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Closed on December 25th

Winter of Wonder | Snow Much Fun!
2024-12-26 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Explore the Winter of Wonder during your visit to the Lancaster Science Factory from December 26th – 28th! Special winter-temed interactive exhibitions will be popping up around the exhibit hall.

Free with admission. All ages.

Winter of Wonder | Winter Lights
2024-12-27 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States

Winter of Wonder | Forces Seen and Unseen
2024-12-28 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States

Special Hours 10am - 3pm
2024-12-30 10:00 - 15:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
The Lancaster Science Factory will be OPEN on Monday, December 30th from 10am – 3pm.

Special Hours 10am - 3pm
2024-12-31 10:00 - 15:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
The Lancaster Science Factory will close at 3pm on New Year’s Eve.

CLOSED
2025-01-01 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
The Lancaster Science Factory will be closed on New Year’s Day.

First Friday @ The Lancaster Science Factory!
2025-01-03 17:00 - 19:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Every First Friday the Lancaster Science Factory offers free admission from 5 – 7pm. Explore over 70 interactive exhibits for kids in grades K – 8 and their families! This program is possible through the generous support of PPL.

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Maker Space Open - Free with Admission!
2025-01-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-07 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-09 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-15 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-18 13:00 - 16:00 and 3 more dates | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Pop into the Maker Space for even more hands-on activities during your visit!
Create electrical circuits, build with Strawbees, design pulley systems, dream up 3D printed cities, or even innovate some Maker Space art!
Free with admission. Activities will vary.

The Lancaster STEM Showdown
2025-01-11 10:00 - 13:00 | McCaskey East High School (Gymnasium Entrance), Lehigh Avenue, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Join us at McCaskey East High School on Saturday, January 11th 2025 as kids from all over Lancaster County GO FOR THE GOLD!

This is a FREE EVENT!

Kids in grades 1 – 6 can sign up to compete in the following STEM competitions: Egg Drop Wind Car Race Tower Stacking Bridge Building

Winners will receive medals and prizes! Click here to pre-register for the competition!

In addition to the competions, there will be fun, family activities plus free snacks and drinks!

Pre-K STEM Explorers
2025-01-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-21 10:00 - 11:30 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
Pre-K STEM Explorers allows kids ages 4 to 6 to engage in hands-on introductory programs on STEM topics and their application in the world around them.

This program is FREE thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, but space is very limited. Pre-registration is required. Those who sign up should be able to attend as many sessions as possible.

**NEW FOR THIS SEASON** An optional Bee-bot robotics lesson will be held after the regular lesson. Stay and play longer!

Click here for more details and to sign up now! (Registration will close when the program is full or after session 2)

OPEN Monday January 20th!
2025-01-20 10:00 - 17:00 | The Lancaster Science Factory, 454 New Holland Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17602, United States
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The Lancaster Science Factory will be OPEN on Monday, January 20th, from 10am – 5pm.

Buy tickets in advance: https://bit.ly/lsftickets
