- Location:
- All Over
Illuminated Spaces
Keep cameras at the ready for the perfect photo inside an enchanted winter forest, a snowy ice cave, the candy cane lane, a wintery space scape and so much more!
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Now until January 2,2023
Sparkle Sparkle
Proudly presented by Orange Frog Productions
WHAT - The whole science centre is open to explore
A twinkly, science inspired holiday experience with all the trimmings.
WHEN
Now until January 2, 2023
Jan. 1 + 2 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
COST
$26 Adult
$19 Youth (Ages 3-17)
Free For Ages 2 And Under
Free for members
AGES
All ages are welcome
A twinkle in your eye and a hit of dopamine for your brain!
It's that time of year, to break out the lights and the holiday cheer, with Sparkle Sparkle, on until January 2, 2023.
Guests can enjoy the whole science centre - with a holiday twist. There are fun treats to be found in every corner. Be sure to check out the Alien who stole Christmas in the Infinity Dome and of course get your shopping all done at the Spark Store or pop-up kiosk. From warm, festive peppermint drinks to ice cream that is out of this world, Sparkle Sparkle has something for everyone.
Did you know, holiday lights have a positive psychological impact and bring a feeling of joy, while elevating your mood? Decorative lights are bright little reminders of holiday memories, impacting dopamine levels, bringing about that cozy holiday feeling we all know and love.
*** Please note - the Santa Claws exhibit is now closed for the season.
GROUP TICKETS & EVENTS
General Group Pricing for groups of 15 or more - Adult $20 (26% off - $26 regular), children $16 (16% off - $19 regular). Please call 403-817-6800 to book or send an email to [email protected].
For group bookings only, get five free regular admission tickets to Spark, valid in 2023, for every $500 spent on vouchers for your group.
December 25
CLOSED
December 31
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
January 1
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
January 2 - Last Day of Sparkle Sparkle
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
THE EXPERIENCE
- Location:
- All Over
Roaming Holiday Cheer…and Science!
With live holiday-infused science experiments, carolers, and nutcracker stilt walkers all over the science centre, it’s hard not to become completely immersed in Spark holiday spirit!
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location:
- Digital Immersion Gallery
Goodnight Moon
Step into this magical immersive digital experience, where the famous great green room leaps off the page to become a 3,000-square-foot interactive pixel playground for all ages.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location:
- Earth & Sky and Roaming
The Ice Queen
Visit the Ice Queen in her ice castle in the Earth and Sky Gallery, and as she roams around Spark, from December 26 - January 2.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location:
- Inspiration Stage
The Brightest Night
Set on the International Space Station over the holiday season, this live theatre experience plays with lights, lasers and (of course) lots of dry ice!
- Location:
- Atrium
The Sugar Shack
The Sugar Shack is bursting with sweet treats, as well as a full bar with delicious speciality cocktails for anyone over 18. And don’t forget to explore the winding enchanted forest nearby for hidden alcoves with tables and chairs.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location:
- Astronaut Ice Cream café
Festive Beverages
Even astronauts celebrate the holidays! Visit the café for piping hot holiday drinks, including the Abominable Snowman Mocha and peppermint latté.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SCIENCE BYTES
- Location:
- True North Pole in Being Human
Arctic Habitat Sensory Bin
Get your hands dirty for a cool sensory experience while also learning about Arctic animals and how they have adapted to live in the harsh environment around the North Pole.
- Location:
- CKM
Salt Painting
Did you know that snowflakes always have 6 sides and usually are made up of about 200 tiny frozen crystals? Learn this and more while you create your own snowflake using salt crystals. Get creative and colour your snowflake using pipettes full of water colours.
**While supplies last
FAQs
Sparkle Sparkle is proudly presented by Orange Frog Productions, with the support of exhibit sponsor, National Bank Financial – Leib Zeisler Wealth Management.
