With winter break around the corner, many families have started searching for fun and engaging outings for the kids while school’s out. They need look no further than the annual celebration of Science Week at WonderWorks Destiny. There will be live demonstrations, engaging activities, and special guests all week, giving guests a chance to explore, learn, and unleash their inner scientists.
"Don't let the cold weather get you down this February Break. It's nice and warm in the upside-down lab!” said Jon Cascella, general manager at WonderWorks Destiny. “We’ve got everything you need for an exciting day out with the whole family. Start planning your epic Syracuse stay-cation now.”
Science Week runs in conjunction with winter break at Syracuse City School District and other local schools, February 17-21, 2025. The week will be filled with indoor fun at WonderWorks, conveniently located on the third floor of Destiny USA, giving everyone a thrilling place to explore. The exclusive Science Week activities are scheduled to take guests’ visits to the next level, keeping them entertained, learning, and having fun. Plan to take part in the following demonstrations:
Monday – February 17, 2025 – Can You Dig It?
Get your hands dirty as you dig up prehistoric fossils and work to match them to dinosaurs. This fun activity gives people a chance to see what it's like to be a paleontologist, and they can learn more about this interesting career field with an excellent presentation that will take place at 1 p.m. to officially kick off Science Week.
Tuesday – February 18, 2025 – EGG-citing Egg Drop Contest
Take part in an EGG-citing competition in the Canyon area of the mall from noon until 2 p.m. as a part of Destiny USA’s Winter Break Bash. Participants will put their engineering skills to the test and attempt to prevent their egg from breaking as it hits the ground. This session is free to attend, and all supplies will be provided.
Wednesday – February 19, 2025 – Weather Wednesday
Learn all about what it's like to have a career in weather with this electric session featuring meteorologist Kate Thornton from WSYR NewsChannel 9's Storm Team. She'll share wintery weather facts, experiments, and more in this special presentation at 1 p.m.
Thursday – February 20, 2025 – Let’s Experiment!
Don’t miss this fun day of classic science experiments. Guests will get to engage in interactive labs beginning at 1 p.m. Roll your sleeves up for an elephant toothpaste explosion, a blubber experiment, a breakdown of how the popular Bed of Nails exhibit works, and more. Aspiring scientists will love this session!
Friday – February 21, 2025 – Into the Wild
Science Week will conclude with a can’t-miss presentation from Little Ray's Nature Center at 1 p.m. Get ready to meet and greet some friends from the animal kingdom and learn all about them, including their characteristics, diets, defense mechanisms, etc.
Each special session during Science Week is only $5 to participate in, with the exception of the free Egg Drop. Those who purchase a 3 Attraction Pass and those with an Annual Pass can experience any session for free. To learn more and plan your day at WonderWorks, visit the website: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/destiny/science-week/.
“Learning and fun go hand-in-hand here at WonderWorks, so we’re thrilled to bring back these exciting offerings where guests can take their visit to the next level! We’ve even got a brand-new session about paleontology and fossils that dinosaur fans will not want to miss,” said Paige Perry, education sales manager at WonderWorks Destiny.
The educational fun inside the upside-down house doesn’t end after Science Week! WonderWorks fans should consider purchasing the annual pass, which helps them keep the excitement going all year. Passes are only $80 per person, plus tax, and can be purchased at the front desk or online. The pass allows guests to have unlimited visits to the exhibits area, Canyon Climb Ropes Course, and laser tag arena for one year. It also includes the great perk of free participation in select special events, such as those taking place for Science Week. The annual pass gives guests the most bang for their buck and ensures they will always have a place to let their imaginations run wild.
WonderWorks Destiny offers a variety of educational programs and promotions throughout the year for local students and families to enjoy. It also offers group rates, birthday parties, scouting programs, homeschool days, and corporate event packages. For more information, visit the site at: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/destiny.
