The Lawrence Hall of Science
The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.
Open Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Animal Discovery Zone 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
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Looking for something to do with relatives in town? Bring the whole family to our annual celebration of the winter season! From December 20–January 4, The Lawrence is open for additional days with special events and endless science discovery. Catch our new 3D film Sea Lions: Life by a Whisker, discover the Future of Food, and even ring in the New Year with us. We can’t wait to celebrate — with science!
Glowtastic! / ¡Brillotastico! (FREE)Curiosity CornerDaily, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Embark on a journey of discovery through light, color, and shadow in this illuminating experience for little scientists age 2–6!
Planetarium Pilots (FREE)PlanetariumDaily, 1:45–2:45 p.m.
Step up to the controls and take the Planetarium for a spin! Follow your curiosity through the stars as you learn about the cosmos.
Sea Lions: Life by a Whisker ($5)3D TheaterDaily, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Experience a heart-warming journey of a sea lion pup, and the man that has dedicated his life tying to save her species in our newest 3D film!
VENOMventure / AVENENOtura ($35)C-levelSaturdays & Sundays, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m.A strange and mysterious plant is on a rampage! Can your family solve the science puzzles to save the world from a leafy green end?
Dino Decorations Member EventSaturday & Sunday, December 20–2111:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.Join us for our second annual fossil-making event for Lawrence members! Take a break during the busy season in our member lounge and make fossils and fossil ornaments for the winter season together. Limit one ornament per guest.
2025 Grand FinaleWednesday, December 3110:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Ring in 2026 with science at our annual family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration! Sign up for one of our confetti cannon blasts happening every 45 minutes all day. Then explore hands-on exhibits, meet animal friends, and make holiday memories with your family.
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Age 3+: $25
Kids under 2: FREE
Members: FREE
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