Summer Fundays at The Lawrence!

Summer Fundays at The Lawrence Hall of Science are back! Every Sunday through July, join us for a different special event exploring science. From arcade games to ice cream, there’s a lot in store for you this summer at The Lawrence.

For info about our Summer Fundays events for 2023, view Summer Science Fundays!

A young person is constructing a science activity on the plaza at The Lawrence

Summer Fundays 2021

May 28 – August 15, 2021

Thursdays through Sundays

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Outdoors on the front plaza

Admission: $16 (FREE for Members*)

*All tickets must be purchased in advance.

Welcome Back

We’re really excited to welcome back our Members and friends with a whole summer full of exploration, discovery, and fun. Starting Memorial Day weekend, join us every weekend outdoors on our scenic plaza for some of your favorite, engaging, hands-on activities from The Lawrence. Take in our famous view of the Bay, climb on our DNA sculpture, and explore Giant Geometry, Ingenuity Challenges, and so much more. To keep everyone safe, we’re limiting the number of visitors, so please reserve your spot in advance. We can’t wait to see you!

Themes

Summer Fundays at The Lawrence will explore three fantastic themes, offering plenty of new activities for returning visitors:

See the latest updates and learn about the activities happening now.

Motion Commotion (Friday, May 28–Sunday, June 27)
Learn about motion, energy, and mechanics while designing, building, and testing your own creations, including ramps, catapults, and pinball machines, all made out of everyday materials! 

Math Madness (Thursday, July 1–Sunday, July 25)
Engage in hands-on math activities while exploring angles, patterns, structures, and shapes to construct your own designs!

Fun in the Sun (Thursday, July 29–Sunday, August 15)
Discover the science of sunlight while you’re having fun in the sun! Observe light and shadow through a series of solar science activities!

Amenities

Although access to our building is restricted, we have the following amenities available to make your visit as enjoyable as possible:

The Lawrence Discovery Store
The Store is open for business—featuring great toys, books, and science kits. 

Food Options
A limited selection of tasty grab-and-go salads, sandwiches, snacks, and cold beverages from our Bay View Cafe will be available for purchase in The Discovery Store.

Restrooms
No need to go inside, since portable restrooms are conveniently located adjacent to the plaza.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parking & Directions

We are located at One Centennial Drive above the main UC Berkeley campus. Plenty of paid parking is available.

Take The Lawrence home with you.

Discover awesome toys, books, science kits, and so much more at The Lawrence Discovery Store! Bring a piece of the science center experience home with you to continue exploring, investigating, and inventing.