HMNS Events

The Braeswood Farmers Market will be setting up shop on the Museum Sundial Plaza on June 22 from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Free to attend and get 20% off any membership level when you purchase from the HMNS plant sale table or one of the vendors.

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

• August 24

• September 14

• October 19

• 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:

• August 5, 7-9 pm – Double Stars and Moon Features
• September 2, 7-9 pm – The Andromeda Legend

Sundial Celebrations Upcoming Dates:

• September 22, 1-2 pm – Fall Equinox
• December 20, 1-2 pm – Winter Solstice 

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

Energize your body and mind each week with a dynamic workout session set among our incredible exhibits! From Yoga and Zumba to Pilates and more, each class blends movement with science, exploring the biomechanics behind every stretch, squat, and step.

After your workout, cool down with a refreshing juice and lap around the highlighted exhibit of the night, where you’ll uncover the science of strength, endurance, and evolution.

Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, this is the perfect place to connect with fellow fitness and science lovers all summer long.

*All classes are 18+

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.

Pack your sense of adventure—World Trekkers is heading to Costa Rica, and you're invited to experience the journey right here at HMNS!

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural beauty of Costa Rica. Engage with some of the creatures you might expect to encounter in the country's lush rainforests at our animal display station, unleash your creativity at the craft table, and collect stamps on your exclusive themed postcard as you visit each cultural station.

Don't miss the festive rhythms of traditional Costa Rican music and dance in Glassell Hall, and enjoy a small taste of authentic Costa Rican cuisine to complete your journey.

Whether you're a seasoned traveler or discovering Costa Rica for the first time, this cultural celebration is fun for all ages.

*Parking for this event is free

*Grand Hall and Glassell exhibits open for this event

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