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A family participates in a hands-on STEM activity at Science Museum Oklahoma, exploring circuits and experiments in an interactive exhibit space at DiscoverFest.

DiscoverFest

Today's Hours
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday - Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday
11:00AM - 6:00PM

DiscoverFest at Science Museum Oklahoma

discoverfest tinkerfest logoA Free Day of Discovery Formerly Known as Tinkerfest

September 27, 2025 | 9am – 4pm

DiscoverFest is a free, full-day celebration of creativity, curiosity, and hands-on discovery. Held at Science Museum Oklahoma, this community-powered event invites guests of all ages to build, create, invent, and explore through dozens of interactive experiences.

Guests can design machines to tinker with art, engineering, and raw materials. There’s something to ignite every imagination! With the support of more than 40 community partners, past DiscoverFests have featured over 70 activities—plus access to the museum’s permanent exhibits.

Whether you’re a tinkerer, maker, artist, or just curious, DiscoverFest is a one-of-a-kind experience where science meets creativity and everyone gets to play.

A child explores virtual reality at Science Museum Oklahoma DiscoverFest while a museum educator provides guidance during an interactive, technology-focused STEM experience.

Become a Community Partner

Becoming a tinkering partner at DiscoverFest means joining a vibrant community of makers, creators, and educators who bring hands-on learning to life. Businesses, clubs, and individuals volunteer to host activity tables where families can explore, build, and discover through tinkering. It’s a fun, meaningful way to share your passion with thousands of curious minds.

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A young child engages with a hands-on STEM activity at Science Museum Oklahoma while a smiling educator encourages creativity and problem-solving during a science event.

Become A Volunteer

DiscoverFest volunteers help create a smooth, welcoming experience for every guest. From supporting activities to guiding families and sharing the excitement of hands-on learning, these volunteers are essential to keeping the day running with energy, organization, and a spirit of curiosity that makes the event unforgettable.

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A young child wearing a hard hat engages in a hands-on science activity at Science Museum Oklahoma, exploring art and motion through a colorful spin experiment at DiscoverFest.

Become A Sponsor

Sponsoring DiscoverFest means opening the doors of Science Museum Oklahoma to thousands of families who might not otherwise have the opportunity to visit. As one of the museum’s few free admission days, this event brings hands-on science learning to a broader range of guests from across the community. Your support helps remove financial barriers, sparks lifelong curiosity, and demonstrates a true commitment to STEM education access for the whole community.

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Families explore Science Museum Oklahoma’s main exhibit hall filled with hands-on STEM activities, a towering dinosaur skeleton, a hot air balloon, and a rocket engine at DiscoverFest.
A young girl wearing safety gear cuts a soda can during an outdoor hands-on science activity at Science Museum Oklahoma while another child observes at DiscoverFest.
A young boy operates a kid-friendly excavator in the outdoor play area at Science Museum Oklahoma, exploring engineering and construction through hands-on STEM play. at DiscoverFest.
A young girl wearing a yellow hard hat builds a roller coaster track during a hands-on STEM activity at Science Museum Oklahoma, exploring engineering through play at DiscoverFest.
A young boy wearing safety goggles and gloves uses tools to explore car mechanics during a hands-on STEM activity at Science Museum Oklahom at DiscoverFEST.
Children engage in an interactive hands-on STEM activity with a costumed educator at Science Museum Oklahoma, exploring engineering with ear protection and curiosity AT DiscoverFest.

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