

Mon, Dec 29
|Emerald Coast Science Center
Winter Break Fun for Everyone: December 29, December 30, and January 2
Winter break isn't over yet! Stop by for Creature Features on the 29 & 30, sciPad and planetarium shows all 3 days, and a special Chemistry Corner on January 2. We're open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.
Time & Location
Dec 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Emerald Coast Science Center, 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, USA
About The Event
The holiday break isn't over yet! Enjoy the museum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day with special activities beginning at 10:30 a.m. All activities are included with general admission pricing; planetarium shows include an additional fee. Military discounts available. Tickets for planetarium shows can be purchased at our front desk during your visit. Learn more about our planetarium dome, seating, and more here. Space at each activity is available on a first come, first served basis.
December 29
Don't miss our Creature Features from 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Then dash over to join in on winter games from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the sciPad.
December 29 Planetarium Shows:
11:30-12:00: Cosmic Mashup
Supermassive black holes are found in most galaxies, and we're beginning to uncover how the merging of galaxies activates galactic centers. This engaging fulldome film was produced by Fiske Planetarium in collaboration with CU Boulder APS Professor, Dr. Julie Comerford and former graduate student Dr. Becky Nevin through support from an NSF award.
2:00-2:30: Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
This dynamic, animated experience highlights real NASA research and initiatives that are preparing the next generation of astronauts to travel to Mars. It illuminates how creativity, collaboration, communication, and expertise in a diverse number of fields are key for the success of deep space travel—while also inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals! This planetarium show is produced by the Bell Museum, in partnership with NASA and UNC Morehead Planetarium and Science Center.
Our planetarium is powered by FPL.
