Upcoming Events
ScienTween Career Exploration
Thursday, March 5th, 5 PM - 7 PM
Middle school students and families are invited to join us at Fernbank Science Center to explore traditional and alternative STEM careers and become a Fernbank ScienTween!
The evening begins with an engaging presentation in the Jim Cherry Memorial planetarium, followed by rotations through interactive rooms where students and families will meet professionals, explore different career fields, and discover how interests and strengths can connect to real-world STEM opportunities.
Fernbank Goes Wild
Saturday, March 7th, 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Join us for an unforgettable family adventure into the world of life sciences! This FREE event is part of the annual Atlanta Science Festival and offers something for nature lovers of all ages.
Brought to you in partnership with the Atlanta Science Festival, Yellow River Wildlife Sanctuary, Amphibian Foundation, G.H.A.R., and the Georgia Reptile Society.
Retro Science Night
Friday, March 13th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. ADULTS ONLY.
Join us for a total blast from the past during this throwback evening filled with vintage vibes, music, and lots of mind-blowing science fun!
Brought to you in partnership with the Atlanta Science Festival.
Planetarium Sound Baths
Thursday, March 19th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM • Saturday, April 4th, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM • Saturday, May 2nd, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bask in the gentle glow of the night sky as waves of sound wash over you. This immersive experience combines the beauty of a star-filled dome with soothing tones to promote deep relaxation and inner calm.
Science is Lit!
Friday, March 20th, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a FREE celebration of children's books featuring a variety of science topics for the whole family.
Brought to you in partnership with the Atlanta Science Festival, Brave + Kind Bookshop, Georgia State University, and Georgia Tech.
Cosmic Conversations
Feb 26th, April 30th
Cosmic Conversations is a planetarium talk series where guest scientists share big ideas about the Universe in an engaging, accessible way.
Designed for curious minds of all ages, these talks require no prior astronomy experience - just a sense of wonder.
