Welcome to the Ontario Science Centre

A child wearing a full safety harness, walks a tightrope.
Ontario Science Centre Experiences at CF Sherway Gardens

Explore Circus! Science Under the Big Top and other hands-on science fun at CF Sherway Gardens! Admission is $15 including taxes (free for children 2 and under).
An adult and child play in a KidSpark garden exhibit.
KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre

Discover everyone’s favourite learn-through-play experience, designed for curious kids to explore the amazing world of science. Admission is $15 (free for children 2 and under).
performance by an Indigenous dancer dressed in his regalia.
Indigenous Celebration 2025

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with us and members of the Indigenous community at Harbourfront Centre on Saturday, June 7. This family-friendly event is free to attend for everyone!
A young child uses a glue gun on a cardboard craft.
Do-It-Yourself Science Fun

Ignite your inner scientist. Play, learn and experiment with fun, hands-on activities. From kitchen chemistry to backyard biology, there is something for everyone!
A family playing trivias on their tablet.
Science Trivia

Get ready to explore the amazing world around you! Learn all about animals, ecosystems and more with new science quizzes posted regularly.

POP-UPS AND EVENTS

Join us for demos and lots of science fun in new spots across Ontario.
Find out where we’re taking the Science Centre experience next!

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A child touching the Vand de Graaff generator at the CNE.
A fawn in the bush in front of a house.

IMAX® Films

Explore an ancient rainforest, dive into the ocean depths or blast off into deep space. Immerse yourself in a new adventure today in our state-of-the art OMNIMAX® theatre.

Education Resources

Date Event Location
June 08 World Ocean Day at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
September 20 Celebrate Black Excellence 2025 Scarborough Town Centre
November 15 Pride in STEM 2025 Harbourfront Centre