HMNS Events

The Braeswood Farmers Market will be setting up shop on the Museum Sundial Plaza on Sunday, October 19th from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Free to attend and get 20% off any membership level when you purchase from any one of the vendors.

Can’t make this one? Don’t worry, there are more Farmers Markets coming up!

• November 9

Vendors may vary at every farmers market.

Join HMNS astronomers for a guided tour of the night sky highlights and seasonal celebrations.

Tuesday Rooftop Astronomy Upcoming Dates:

• October 7, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Exploring the Supermoon
• October 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Halloween Spooky Moon

Sundial Celebrations Upcoming Dates:

• December 21, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Winter Solstice 

For a full list of dates, click the link below.

Join us for an unforgettable night of movement, mindfulness, and connection. This signature wellness experience combines light fitness, interactive brain boosters, and playful challenges to recharge your body and uplift your mind. 

Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, you’ll leave feeling energized, empowered, and inspired. We’ll wrap up the evening with a celebratory champagne toast to health, happiness, and good vibes. 

*Class is 21+ 

*Consent form required at check-in 

*Free Parking is provided for this event 

*Glassell Hall, Morian Hall of Paleontology, Wiess Energy Hall and Grand Hall will be open for this event 

A Night of Wine and Wonder.

Step into a world where fine wine meets ancient wonder. Journey through the Museum’s stunning exhibition halls after hours, glass in hand, sampling tasty bites and over 30 exceptional wines from around the world.

Ancient fossils, modern grapes. Timeless vibes.

Join us for a free, family-friendly Archaeology Fair in the Grand Hall! Explore interactive displays featuring authentic artifacts from real archaeological sites. Get hands-on with stone tools, prehistoric pottery, and animal bones and shells, and watch flint knapping demonstrations. Kids and adults alike can take part in arts and crafts activities inspired by the prehistoric era.

Meet experts from multiple archaeology groups and uncover the fascinating stories of our world. HMNS docents will also showcase Museum touch carts from exhibits including the Hall of Ancient Egypt, McGovern Hall of the Americas, and the Human Evolution section of the Morian Hall of Paleontology.

Then stick around to uncover the hidden secrets of Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty.

Lecture – Egypt, Hidden Secrets from Abusir
October 18, 2025 | 3:00 pm

Dr. Mohamed Ishmail, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, reveals groundbreaking finds from the Abusir Pyramids, including Pharaoh Sahure’s burial chamber, that could reshape our understanding of ancient Egypt.

Distinguished Lectures are supported by Apache Corporation.

Three times a year, HMNS offers Sensory Friendly events where exhibits and venues are modified for those with sensory sensitivities. Exhibits and venues are modified to create a sensory neutral environment. The Burke Baker Planetarium and Wortham Giant Screen Theatre also offer modified 2D shows with house lights on and the volume reduced. Sensory Backpacks, which include ear defenders, sunglasses, and fidgets, are available to check out with an ID at the Museum Services Desk, and Touch Carts with tactile specimens to explore will be available throughout the museum’s permanent exhibit halls. To pre-register for free permanent exhibit hall entry, please click the link below.

2025 Event dates:

• Saturday, April 26, 2025: 8:00 am – 10:00 am
• Saturday, September 27, 2025: 8:00 am – 10:00 am
• Monday, December 1, 2025: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Individuals with disabilities and their families will receive free admission to the Permanent Exhibit halls for Sensory Friendly Events at HMNS! To pre-register for these events and to book your visit please click the “Pre-Register” button below or email us at accessprogramming@hmns.org.

There are currently no upcoming events related to King Tut’s Tomb Discovery Experience.

Please check back later for updates.

Ditch the usual bar scene and step into something extraordinary. Mixers & Elixirs is where fascinating people, themed cocktails, and electrifying live music come together for a night of next-level fun. Wander off for a free flick in the Giant Screen Theatre or take a cosmic journey in the Burke Baker Planetarium—because this isn’t just a party, it’s an experience.

Get ready to turn up the groove—Funk Night is coming in hot! Join us in the electric Wiess Energy Hall where the vibes are high and the rhythm never stops. The City Funk Band is bringing the beats, so dust off those platforms and come ready to dance. Strike a pose at our Glambot station and snag a glam shot of your funky fresh outfit. We’ll keep you fueled with passed hors d’oeuvres, and our cash bars will be pouring all night long.

This event is to celebrate the continuous support of our Supporting Level Members.

Supporting Members (Discoverer level and above) receive two free tickets to this event. Any additional tickets are $100 per person.

*This event is 21+

*Parking is free for this event

*Only Wiess Energy Hall will be open for this event

Start your day with a jolt at our next Senior Social! Whether from a fresh cup of coffee or an electrifying tour, you'll be sure to have an energizing start to your morning!

Enjoy a spread of breakfast favorites and great company, and then discover the fascinating world of energy and innovation during a docent-led tour of the Wiess Energy Hall. Doors open at 8:30 am, with tours starting at 9:00 am. The final tour timeslot is at 10:00 am.

*Please note: Space is limited for each tour time.

*Event is 50+