Science on the Rocks

You’re invited to a night of socializing and science at Science on the Rocks—winner of Charlotte Magazine’s Best of the Best Award.

Uptown’s biggest social event is back, and you’re invited to join us monthly when Discovery Place Science stays open after hours for adults only. Grab a cocktail, encounter an animal, see a science show and get hands-on in our labs with 1,000 of your closest friends!

Dance to the music or chill in our 7-story Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre for a documentary or planetarium show. Grab a date or a group of friends and make the night your own!

Our reimagined monthly series lets you experience the Museum after hours in a grown-up, kids-free environment. Create an evening all your own by adding cocktails and upgraded experiences when you arrive.

Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Tickets sell fast—get yours before they’re gone!

There are TWO add-ons available for additional purchase:

ADD-ON 1: Workshop Experience: Petri Painting

Make your own microbial masterpiece! Inspired by bacteria cultivation, you’ll paint a petri dish using the art of pointillism: a dot art technique. (No art experience necessary!)

ADD-ON 2: Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

Join us for a cosmic adventure that will leave you awestruck and inspired in our Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre. Whether you are a space enthusiast or simply seeking an extraordinary experience, this show is a must-see!