# Things to do with kids at Museum of Discovery and Science

> 6 upcoming family events and 4 ongoing programs and visits at Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, in the Miami–Fort Lauderdale–West Palm Beach area. Dates and times are Eastern Time. Today is Sun, Oct 25.

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## Events ahead

- [Dream, Create & Test — October science weekends](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/dream-create-and-test-october-science-weekends--listing-8f25fdcdfef3f5865168421c) — Sun, Oct 25 (+1 more date) · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · From $24 · checked Oct 11. Families investigate magnetism and engineering through MAGNA-TILES building challenges.
- [Sensory-Friendly Sunday mornings — fall/winter2026](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/sensory-friendly-sunday-mornings-fall-winter2026--listing-ea74b2ea63b590d6304bb88f) — Sun, Oct 25 (+2 more dates) · 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · Free · checked Oct 11. A quieter museum environment supports sensory exploration and an optional modified IMAX film.
- [Baby’s First — Halloween through New Year](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/baby-s-first-halloween-through-new-year--listing-c12f1d815c96339e62956b2b) — Sat, Oct 31 (+3 more dates) · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · From $24 · checked Oct 11. Babies and caregivers enjoy sensory discovery, themed stories and holiday photo opportunities.
- [Spooktacular Science](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/spooktacular-science--listing-08e0c05dd6a3a29ff49816c3) — Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · From $24 · checked Oct 11. Families make catapults and spider bots, meet animals, dance and take part in Halloween science.
- [Nature Detectives — November and December weekends](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/nature-detectives-november-and-december-weekends--listing-59eb549da9c11b4f015a7656) — Sat, Nov 7 · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · From $24 · checked Oct 11. Children investigate habitats, animal science and nature-inspired art with a Charley Harper exhibition.
- [Noon Year’s Eve — welcome2027](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/noon-year-s-eve-welcome2027--listing-a80a38659c8469590aeeffac) — Thu, Dec 31 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · From $24 · checked Oct 11. Families build party gear and enjoy a midday ball drop, music and hands-on science.

## Ongoing programs and visits

- [Animal Ambassadors encounter](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/animal-ambassadors-encounter--listing-b39f8ed368e850cf3e138f8b) — Observed current October 11,2026 calendar 13:00; Florida Eco Scapes first floor. Later… · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · Paid · checked Oct 11. Museum staff introduce an animal ambassador and discuss its habitat, diet and behavior.
- [Camp STEAMology — school’s-out inquiry](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/camp-steamology-school-s-out-inquiry--listing-ed8eac20e5afc2f9fbc0abdd) — Current page primarily lists past summer July 27–31 soldoutand August 3–7; no verified… · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · From $300 · checked Oct 11. School-break camps offer hands-on science and an IMAX experience for elementary learners.
- [Museum of Discovery and Science: Family Science Visit](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/museum-of-discovery-and-science-family-science-visit--listing-19d85b6c3a33a096d34a936c) — Monday–Saturday 10 am–5 pm; Sunday noon–5 pm. Check daily demonstration times and… · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · Paid · checked Oct 11. Explore science exhibits and onsite demonstrations in Fort Lauderdale. The current museum schedule includes animal encounters, maker activities and weekend science shows.
- [Sprouting STEM Early Childhood Learning Lab and Caregiver-and-Me Classes — MODS](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/sprouting-stem-early-childhood-learning-lab-and-caregiver-and-me-class--listing-08a4e805f5d418ad71caf88d) — Drop-in lab: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am–12pm & 1–4pm; Tue, Thu, Sun 1–4pm. Classes on the… · Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale · With admission · checked Oct 24. The Museum of Discovery and Science's Sprouting STEM early-childhood area offers open play for children from birth to age 6, with learning-through-play experiences, social time…

## Recently ended

- [Scout Overnights: GLOW Night — sold out](https://grassyknees.com/miami/activities/scout-overnights-glow-night-sold-out--listing-9119ce8d3ffde8497f7d75e7) — ended Sun, Oct 11

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