Spooktacular Science (Museum of Discovery & Science)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 333120 mo–18 yrs
90–240 min
morning · afternoon
Seasonal: Oct 31Coming up · Oct 31 — 2026: Saturday, Oct 31, 10 AM–5 PM. Included with admission. No face masks or toy weapons. Expires after Oct 31, 2026.
Sat Oct 31, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM. Included with museum admission. 954-467-6637.
Halloween science day at the Museum of Discovery & Science on Saturday, Oct 31, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM. Flying-ghost experiments, a Monster Mash music party, a Halloween makerspace (candy-corn catapults and vibrating spider bots), museum animals, scheduled trick-or-treating inside the exhibits, and pumpkin decorating while pumpkins last. Costumes are encouraged. For safety, skip face masks and toy weapons, including toy guns.
Why kids love it
Indoor Halloween science and trick-or-treating inside the museum. Skip face masks and toy weapons.
Fort Lauderdale · Coastal Broward
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
- • Costume
- • Trick-or-treat bag
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
- ! The museum asks guests to skip face masks and toy weapons, including toy guns
Parent reviews
Quick facts
- Address
- Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
- Cost
- Included with admission
- Ages
- 0–18 yr
- Time needed
- 90–240 minutes
- Best time
- morning and afternoon
- Setting
- Indoor
- In the rain
- Still works
- Season
- Oct 31. 2026: Saturday, Oct 31, 10 AM–5 PM. Included with admission. No face masks or toy weapons. Expires after Oct 31, 2026.
- Hours
- Sat Oct 31, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM. Included with museum admission. 954-467-6637.
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Questions about Spooktacular Science (Museum of Discovery & Science)
Is Spooktacular Science (Museum of Discovery & Science) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Spooktacular Science (Museum of Discovery & Science) for ages 0–18 yr. Indoor Halloween science and trick-or-treating inside the museum. Skip face masks and toy weapons.
How much does Spooktacular Science (Museum of Discovery & Science) cost?
Included with admission. Prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
How long should we plan for Spooktacular Science (Museum of Discovery & Science)?
Most families spend 90 to 240 minutes. It is at its best in the morning and afternoon. Sat Oct 31, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM. Included with museum admission. 954-467-6637.
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