The Lawrence Hall of Science

The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.

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Two parents and their child holding a pumpkin and smiling at the camera

11/01/2025
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Costumes & Critters: A Creepy Crawly HALLoween

Join us for an all-day Halloween extravaganza celebrating the spooky season!

Adults and children participating in a craft activity at a community event, with materials such as paints and brushes on the table.

11/02/2025
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The Lawrence at Oakland Dia de los Muertos

This vibrant festival brings over 100,000 people together to enjoy music, food, and activities, paying homage to the dead. Visit…

Two children are gathered around a light exhibit, interacting with a spinning wheel mechanism.

10/25/2025
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

The Lawrence at Bay Area Science Festival

Join The Lawrence On-The-Go at the largest free celebration of science in Northern California!

Inside view of the Planetarium with Lawrence staff and visitors. A large planet is shown on the dome.

10/04/2025

100 Hours of Astronomy, 100 Years of the Planetarium

Join The Lawrence Planetarium online as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the world’s first planetarium!

A person participates in a science festival by listening through a large, black acoustic listening device.

09/14/2025
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The Lawrence at Solano Stroll

Join The Lawrence On-The-Go at the East Bay’s largest street festival! The Solano Stroll is chock full of art vendors,…

Lawrence On-The-Go Educator showing children Benham's Disk

09/13/2025
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

The Lawrence at Kits Cubed STEM Festival

Join us for the 5th annual Kits Cubed STEM Fair, an exciting community event for the whole Bay Area!