What’s Happening at MOSI

What better way to learn programming basics than by creating your own shareable retro video game! This minds-on approach to computer science will teach you important concepts such as loops, Boolean logic, conditionals, and more.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, December 30th

Also available Thursday, January 8th
Put on your engineer’s hat and get ready to imagine, build, and test your own ideas! We’ll create things like a racetrack, a sunshade, and ways to stop water from washing away soil. Young engineers will have fun solving real-world problems with creativity and teamwork.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, December 30th

Also available Thursday, January 8th
Step into the minds of history’s greatest scientific thinkers in this journey through time that brings science to life through the lives and discoveries of four trailblazing pioneers: Galileo Galilei, Sir Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, and Rosalind Franklin. In this unique class, students will explore how each of these scientists revolutionized our understanding of the universe. From peering through telescopes with Galileo to unlocking the mysteries of motion with Newton, bending time and space with Einstein, and discovering the hidden beauty of DNA with Rosalind Franklin. Students will not only learn science, but also the stories behind the discoveries.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, December 30th

Time to make a splash! Young scientists will predict, test, and observe which objects sink or float in water. It’s a hands-on way to explore cause and
effect, make guesses, and learn like real scientists.

Last Day to Register: Wednesday, December 24th

What better way to learn programming basics than by creating your own shareable retro video game! This minds-on approach to computer science will teach you important concepts such as loops, Boolean logic, conditionals, and more.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 1st

Also available Tuesday, January 6th
Put on your engineer’s hat and get ready to imagine, build, and test your own ideas! We’ll create things like a racetrack, a sunshade, and ways to stop water from washing away soil. Young engineers will have fun solving real-world problems with creativity and teamwork.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 1st

Also available Tuesday, January 6th
Step into the minds of history’s greatest scientific thinkers in this journey through time that brings science to life through the lives and discoveries of four trailblazing pioneers: Galileo Galilei, Sir Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, and Rosalind Franklin. In this unique class, students will explore how each of these scientists revolutionized our understanding of the universe. From peering through telescopes with Galileo to unlocking the mysteries of motion with Newton, bending time and space with Einstein, and discovering the hidden beauty of DNA with Rosalind Franklin. Students will not only learn science, but also the stories behind the discoveries.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 1st

Join MOSI astronomers for SkyWatch, an exciting evening stargazing event! Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or just beginning to explore the wonders of the night sky, SkyWatch offers an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Build and launch chemical rockets and design a space station as you discover the science behind exploring the stars. Don’t miss signing up for the Astronomy Camp-in as well to get two badge workshops in one weekend!

Prerequisites: 2, 5a or 5b, 6, 8

Covered: 1, 3, 4, 7

Last Day to Register: Thursday, December 25th

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Shoot!, Start your Engines!

Showtime Begins at 6:00pm

Sounds of the Ocean, is an award-winning immersive experience now playing at MOSI's Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre. This adventure is about music, art, and mindfulness. It takes you and your family into the calm, enchanting world beneath the waves.

Created by ocean artivist and composer Joshua Sam Miller, with co-director and Expressive Arts Therapist Elise Lein, Sounds of the Ocean guides audiences on a meditative underwater journey.

Showtime Begins at 7:15pm

Sounds of the Ocean, is an award-winning immersive experience now playing at MOSI's Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre. This adventure is about music, art, and mindfulness. It takes you and your family into the calm, enchanting world beneath the waves.

Created by ocean artivist and composer Joshua Sam Miller, with co-director and Expressive Arts Therapist Elise Lein, Sounds of the Ocean guides audiences on a meditative underwater journey.

OPENS JANUARY 17, 2026 AT 10:00AM

Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion showcases the brilliance of a true Renaissance genius. This exhibit features full-scale machines built from Leonardo's original drawings. These creations connect a robot, armored vehicle, submarine, parachute, and glider to the same mind behind the Mona Lisa and the Vitruvian Man.

Polish those telescopes, as we take a closer look at our solar system, the universe beyond, and what it takes to get there. This workshop includes a show in the Saunders Planetarium!

Recommended levels: Bears, Webelos
Badge/Theme Addressed: Space Science
Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 1st

Polish those telescopes, as we take a closer look at our solar system, the universe beyond, and what it takes to get there. This workshop includes a show in the Saunders Planetarium!

Recommended levels: Juniors, Cadettes

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 1st

Member Registration Opens for Summer Camps!

Non-Member Registration Opens January 26

MOSI offers hands-on summer camps for students in Pre K through High School. Members receive a discounted rate on camps.

Not a Member? Join Today!

Doors Open at 12:45PM

Event Begins at 1:00PM

Science @ the Saunders is an exciting new event series hosted in MOSI’s state-of-the-art Saunders Planetarium. This ongoing program invites guests to explore the universe through captivating research talks, immersive star tours, and engaging Q&A sessions.

This event is included in General Admission

Spend a fun filled evening at MOSI exploring the cosmos! Gaze into the night sky with telescopes, learn the stories behind the constellations in the Saunders Planetarium. The camp-in includes the Astronomy merit badge workshop, light snack, sleeping at MOSI, light breakfast, a MOSI Fun Patch for scouts, and general admission to MOSI after the event. At least 1 adult chaperone required per 10 children.

Prerequisites: 1, 6b, 9

Covered: 2, 4a-d, 5a-d, 6a, 6c-d, 7a-c, 8a

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 8th

Registration Opens for Summer Camps!

MOSI offers hands-on summer camps for students in Pre K through High School. Members receive a discounted rate on camps.

Not a Member? Join Today!

Showtime Begins at 6:00pm

Trust the Universe: The Philosophy of Alan Watts invites you to explore wisdom in a whole new way. This breathtaking 360° immersive show surrounds you with visuals, sound, and inspiration. As a result, every moment feels rich, personal, and unique.

Showtime Begins at 7:15pm

Trust the Universe: The Philosophy of Alan Watts invites you to explore wisdom in a whole new way. This breathtaking 360° immersive show surrounds you with visuals, sound, and inspiration. As a result, every moment feels rich, personal, and unique.

Showtime Begins at 8:30pm

Trust the Universe: The Philosophy of Alan Watts invites you to explore wisdom in a whole new way. This breathtaking 360° immersive show surrounds you with visuals, sound, and inspiration. As a result, every moment feels rich, personal, and unique.

Showtime Begins at 6:00pm

Trust the Universe: The Philosophy of Alan Watts invites you to explore wisdom in a whole new way. This breathtaking 360° immersive show surrounds you with visuals, sound, and inspiration. As a result, every moment feels rich, personal, and unique.

Showtime Begins at 7:15pm

Trust the Universe: The Philosophy of Alan Watts invites you to explore wisdom in a whole new way. This breathtaking 360° immersive show surrounds you with visuals, sound, and inspiration. As a result, every moment feels rich, personal, and unique.

Showtime Begins at 8:30pm

Trust the Universe: The Philosophy of Alan Watts invites you to explore wisdom in a whole new way. This breathtaking 360° immersive show surrounds you with visuals, sound, and inspiration. As a result, every moment feels rich, personal, and unique.

Everybody knows (and loves) this blocky game, but did you know that you can learn STEAM concepts in Minecraft? Brush up on chemistry as you learn about compounds, polish your programming skills as you code in-game, and solidify your spatial thinking block by block!

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, January 27th

Also available Thursday, February 5th
Blast off into space to learn about the planets, the Moon, and stars in the sky. We’ll look at what we can see during the day and night and explore moon phases with fun hands-on activities. It’s a space adventure just right for little astronauts!

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, January 27th

Also available Thursday, February 5th
Get ready to design, build, and compete in this action-packed robotics class where innovation meets engineering! Students will dive into the exciting world of robotics, learning the fundamentals of design, mechanics, and coding. This class will put your students problem-solving skills to the test.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, January 27th

Creep, crawl, and flutter into the world of insects! Kids will explore bug habitats, count legs and wings, and pretend to be bees and butterflies. With bug hunts, magnifiers, and crafts, we’ll go on a tiny adventure!

Last Day to Register: Wednesday, January 21st

Everybody knows (and loves) this blocky game, but did you know that you can learn STEAM concepts in Minecraft? Brush up on chemistry as you learn about compounds, polish your programming skills as you code in-game, and solidify your spatial thinking block by block!

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 29th

Also available Tuesday, February 3rd
Blast off into space to learn about the planets, the Moon, and stars in the sky. We’ll look at what we can see during the day and night and explore moon phases with fun hands-on activities. It’s a space adventure just right for little astronauts!

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 29th

Also available Tuesday, February 3rd
Get ready to design, build, and compete in this action-packed robotics class where innovation meets engineering! Students will dive into the exciting world of robotics, learning the fundamentals of design, mechanics, and coding. This class will put your students problem-solving skills to the test.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 29th

Enjoy a sip of science with included beer and wine selections, appetizers, and liquid nitrogen ice-cream. Each event centers around hands-on science activities, planetarium shows, and demos specific to the theme of the evening.

Learn how engineers use science and technology to turn ideas into reality. Engineer your own creations in this badge workshop!

Prerequisites: 2, 9

Covered: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6a, 6e, 7, 8

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 22nd

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Splash!, Whoosh!, Next Big Thing

Beep boop, what’s a loop? Find out as you master the basics of coding a real robot- make it move, dance, and play! Badge/Theme Addressed: Robotics

Recommended levels: Daisies, Brownies

Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 22nd

Beep boop, what's a loop? Find out as you master the basics of coding a real robot, as you make it move, dance, and play.

Recommended levels: Lions, Tigers, Wolves
Badge/Theme Addressed: Robotics
Last Day to Register: Thursday, January 22nd

Join MOSI astronomers for SkyWatch, an exciting evening stargazing event! Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or just beginning to explore the wonders of the night sky, SkyWatch offers an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities)

Registration Required

In a busy world that's always talking, learn how to communicate effectively. Work on writing small speeches, telling stories, and active listening

Prerequisites: 1, 4, 5, 9

Covered: 2, 3, 6, 7, 8

Last Day to Register: Thursday, February 5th

5:30pm - Gates Open (Beaker's Bar Open)

6:10pm - Theatre Doors Open

6:30pm - Laser Beatles with 10 min Live Star Show

5:30pm - Gates Open (Beaker's Bar Open)

8:00pm - Theatre Doors Open

8:15pm - Laser Queen with 10 min Live Star Show

Build and program robotic creations and compete in high-tech tournaments.

Prerequisites: 1, 7

Covered: 2a-c, 3, 4a-e, 5a-b, 6

Last Day to Register: Thursday, February 12th

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Shoot!, Hello World, Whoosh!, Next Big Thing

Today’s robots can vary from app-controlled toys to roving science labs exploring the Martian surface and in this class, you’ll learn about their history and consider their future as you assemble and program a robot to complete the class challenge.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, February 24th

Also available Thursday, March 5th
What makes light and sound? Kids will explore shadows, rainbows, and different materials that light can pass through—and learn how we use light and sound to talk and make music. It’s a bright and noisy adventure in science!

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, February 24th

Also available Thursday, March 5th
Welcome to Creative Designers—a hands-on digital design lab where imagination meets innovation! In this course, students will dive into the world of modern making by combining art, engineering, and technology through real-world tools like Cricut machines, laser cutters, and 3D printers. Whether your student dreams of becoming a product designer, engineer, or digital artist, this course gives them the tools to create, customize, and fabricate like a pro.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, February 24th

Let’s see, smell, hear, taste, and touch! In this sensory science class, preschoolers explore their five senses with hands-on experiments and playful
games. We’ll make texture boards, smell mystery jars, and listen like scientists.

Last Day to Register: Wednesday, February 18th

Today’s robots can vary from app-controlled toys to roving science labs exploring the Martian surface and in this class, you’ll learn about their history and consider their future as you assemble and program a robot to complete the class challenge.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, February 26th

Also available Tuesday, March 3rd
What makes light and sound? Kids will explore shadows, rainbows, and different materials that light can pass through—and learn how we use light and sound to talk and make music. It’s a bright and noisy adventure in science!

Last Day to Register: Thursday, February 26th

Also available Tuesday, March 3rd
Welcome to Creative Designers—a hands-on digital design lab where imagination meets innovation! In this course, students will dive into the world of modern making by combining art, engineering, and technology through real-world tools like Cricut machines, laser cutters, and 3D printers. Whether your student dreams of becoming a product designer, engineer, or digital artist, this course gives them the tools to create, customize, and fabricate like a pro.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, February 26th

Join MOSI astronomers for SkyWatch, an exciting evening stargazing event! Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or just beginning to explore the wonders of the night sky, SkyWatch offers an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Explore the states of matter, learn about physical and chemical changes, and conduct fun, fizzing, foaming, and even explosive experiments in the lab!

Prerequisites: 6, 8

Covered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7

Last Day to Register: Thursday, February 19th

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Splash!, Up and Away

Program Fee: $299 | MOSI Member Fee: $260

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: Spring into Bugs

2nd - 4th Grade: STEAM into Spring Break

5th - 8th Grade: Minecraft Spring Adventures

Extended hours are available from 7am – 9pm and/or 4pm – 6pm for an additional $15/$20 per week

Program Fee: $299 | MOSI Member Fee: $260

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: Spring into Bugs

2nd - 4th Grade: STEAM into Spring Break

5th - 8th Grade: Minecraft Spring Adventures

Extended hours are available from 7am – 9pm and/or 4pm – 6pm for an additional $15/$20 per week

Program Fee: $299 | MOSI Member Fee: $260

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: Spring into Bugs

2nd - 4th Grade: STEAM into Spring Break

5th - 8th Grade: Minecraft Spring Adventures

Extended hours are available from 7am – 9pm and/or 4pm – 6pm for an additional $15/$20 per week

Program Fee: $299 | MOSI Member Fee: $260

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: Spring into Bugs

2nd - 4th Grade: STEAM into Spring Break

5th - 8th Grade: Minecraft Spring Adventures

Extended hours are available from 7am – 9pm and/or 4pm – 6pm for an additional $15/$20 per week

Program Fee: $299 | MOSI Member Fee: $260

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: Spring into Bugs

2nd - 4th Grade: STEAM into Spring Break

5th - 8th Grade: Minecraft Spring Adventures

Extended hours are available from 7am – 9pm and/or 4pm – 6pm for an additional $15/$20 per week

What does it take to solve a crime? Find out as you use fingerprints, DNA, and other forensic techniques. Try being a Crime Scene Investigator for the day!

Recommended levels: Bears, Webelos
Badge/Theme Addressed: Forensics
Last Day to Register: Thursday, March 5th

What does it take to solve a crime? Find out as you use fingerprints, DNA, and other forensic techniques. Try being a Crime Scene Investigator for the day!

Recommended levels: Juniors, Cadettes

Last Day to Register: Thursday, March 5th

Learn how forensic scientists use techniques like matching fingerprint records and DNA sampling to answer mysteries and solve crimes.

Prerequisites: None

Covered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Last Day to Register: Thursday, March 12th

Today’s bridges are both architectural wonders and engineering marvels that help improve connectivity and reduce transportation costs, yet their origins date back thousands of years. Learn about various bridge types and design your own with the goal of it surviving our stress test.

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, March 31st

Also available Thursday, April 9th
Why do you have curly hair or freckles? In this fun class, kids will look at traits they can see, compare how people and animals are alike and different, and explore how traits help living things survive. We’ll play games and discover what makes each of us special!

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, March 31st

Also available Thursday, April 9th
Get ready to spark curiosity and power up learning. This month is an electrifying class all about circuits, circuit design, and the fascinating world of electronics. Students will dive into the basics of electrical current, components, and design principles while building their own working circuits from scratch

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, March 31st

What sticks? What moves? Little hands will explore the invisible force of magnets and investigate how things push and pull. Kids will play with ramps, rolling toys, and magnets to discover the science of motion in a fun and active way.

Last Day to Register: Wednesday, March 25th

Today’s bridges are both architectural wonders and engineering marvels that help improve connectivity and reduce transportation costs, yet their origins date back thousands of years. Learn about various bridge types and design your own with the goal of it surviving our stress test.

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 2nd

Also available Tuesday, April 7th
Why do you have curly hair or freckles? In this fun class, kids will look at traits they can see, compare how people and animals are alike and different, and explore how traits help living things survive. We’ll play games and discover what makes each of us special!

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 2nd

Also available Tuesday, April 7th
Get ready to spark curiosity and power up learning. This month is an electrifying class all about circuits, circuit design, and the fascinating world of electronics. Students will dive into the basics of electrical current, components, and design principles while building their own working circuits from scratch

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 2nd

Enjoy a sip of science with included beer and wine selections, appetizers, and liquid nitrogen ice-cream. Each event centers around hands-on science activities, planetarium shows, and demos specific to the theme of the evening.

Explore how nuclear reactors work, how we can use energy created through nuclear science, build tools that measure and track radiation, and more!

Prerequisites: 1, 2a, 8

Covered: 2b, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Last Day to Register: Thursday, March 26th

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Start your Engines!

Discover the science behind extreme weather conditions and learn what it takes to be a meteorologist.

Prerequisites: 1, 9, 11

Covered: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 2nd

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Shoot!, Splash!, Designed to Crunch

Journey into the wooded trails of MOSI’s own nature preserve. Identify plants, read tree rings, study the anatomy of a flower, and experiment with photosynthesis. Badge/Theme Addressed: Mechanical Engineering

Recommended levels: Juniors, Cadettes

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 2nd

Journey into the wooded trails of MOSI’s own nature preserve. Identify plants, read tree rings, study the anatomy of a flower, and experiment with photosynthesis.

Recommended levels: Bears, Webelos
Badge/Theme Addressed: Into the Woods, Ecology
Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 2nd

5:30pm - Gates Open (Beaker's Bar Open)

6:10pm - Theatre Doors Open

6:30pm - Laser Prince with 10 min Live Star Show

5:30pm - Gates Open (Beaker's Bar Open)

8:00pm - Theatre Doors Open

8:15pm - Laser Prince with 10 min Live Star Show

Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities)

Registration Required

Are you eager to explore worlds beyond your own? Follow in the footsteps of astronauts, engineers, and scientists as you blast off for a night of space exploration! Journey to MOSI’s Moonbase, design a Mars lander, and experience our stellar galaxy in our Saunders Planetarium.

This overnight camp-in also includes exhibit exploration, a light snack, sleeping at MOSI, a cold breakfast, and general admission to MOSI after the program. Please be prompt to ensure a smooth check-in and participation in all the fun activities! All scout participants will receive a MOSI Fun Patch.

Badge/Theme Addressed: Space Science

This event is sponsored by the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida. Please visit http://www.gswcf.org/ for pricing and registration.

Learn how you can protect the environment as you learn about ecosystems, different types of pollution, and conservation efforts.

Prerequisites: 2, 6, 11

Covered: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 9th

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Splash!

Become a botanist for the day as you explore horticulture and agriculture.

Prerequisites: 6, 7, 8

Covered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 16th

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Let it Grow!

Do you have an eye towards the future? Explore the robotics of today and build the robots of tomorrow. Design, program, and play with robots. Will your dream robot explore other planets, clean the oceans, rescue people, or just help do your chores?

This overnight camp-in also includes exhibit exploration, a light snack, sleeping at MOSI, a cold breakfast, and general admission to MOSI after the program. Please be prompt to ensure a smooth check-in and participation in all the fun activities! All scout participants will receive a
MOSI Fun Patch.

Badge/Theme Addressed: Robotics

This event is sponsored by the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida. Please visit http://www.gswcf.org/ for pricing and registration.

Learn how to contribute to a sustainable environment through conservation and waste reduction.

Prerequisites: 1, 8, 9

Covered: 2c, 3b, 4a, 5a, 6c, 7b, and 7f

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 23rd

Meets MB requirement for Nova Award (s): Shoot!, Splash!

A hurricane is headed towards the Tampa Bay area and you are setting up a shelter at MOSI! Learn how to prepare for and survive a natural disaster, as you spend the night at a mock hurricane shelter. The camp-in includes the Emergency Preparedness merit badge workshop, light snack, sleeping at MOSI, light breakfast, a MOSI Fun Patch for scouts, and general admission to MOSI the following morning. At least 1 adult chaperone required per 10 children.

Prerequisites: 1, 3b-c, 4, 8, 9b-c

Covered: 2, 3a, 5, 6, 7, 9a, 10

Last Day to Register: Thursday, April 30th

Have a blast as you design, build, and test machines on the move! From paddle boats to balloon cars, will your contraption drive, swim, or fly to the finish line?

Recommended levels: Bears, Webelos
Badge/Theme Addressed: Engineer (paddle boat and balloon cars)
Last Day to Register: Thursday, May 7th

Enjoy a sip of science with included beer and wine selections, appetizers, and liquid nitrogen ice-cream. Each event centers around hands-on science activities, planetarium shows, and demos specific to the theme of the evening.

Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities)

Registration Required