A Pittsburgh Holiday Tradition Since 1919
Take a trip through miniature Western Pennsylvania, where charming winter scenes, historic landmarks, and incredible details bring this beloved Pittsburgh holiday tradition to life.
Ready, set, HO-HO-HO! The holidays are picking up speed at Kamin Science Center, and we’re going full throttle on festive fun! Race into the season, hop aboard a holiday classic, sing along to your favorite movies, and get hands-on with some seriously messy (and merry) science. Whether you’re enjoying a favorite Pittsburgh tradition or creating new holiday memories, make Kamin Science Center the starting point for your holiday traditions.
Take a trip through miniature Western Pennsylvania, where charming winter scenes, historic landmarks, and incredible details bring this beloved Pittsburgh holiday tradition to life.
Race around a multi-level electric-kart track, take on state-of-the-art racing simulators, and put your skills to the test at Pittsburgh’s newest racing experience. Holiday sweaters encouraged!
The Polar Express (3D)
All Aboard for Holiday Magic!
Showing this Dec!
Grab your pajamas and your golden ticket! Take a magical journey to the North Pole as “The Polar Express” comes to life in 3D on Pittsburgh’s largest movie screen.
The Polar Express (3D)
All Aboard for Holiday Magic!
Dec. 5, 12, 13, 19, 21, 22, 23 & 24
Grab your pajamas and your golden ticket! Take a magical journey to the North Pole as “The Polar Express” comes to life in 3D on Pittsburgh’s largest movie screen.
Sat., Nov. 28–Thurs. Dec. 31
Buhl Planetarium
Sing along to seasonal favorites as colorful lasers and dazzling animations light up the Buhl Planetarium dome.
Sat., Dec. 5
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Who says the holidays have to be tidy? Get ready for a merry mess with hands-on experiments, messy science, and plenty of festive family fun!
Fri., Dec. 18
6–10 p.m.
Dress in your celestial best and celebrate the winter solstice with astronomy, science, and after-dark fun at this adults-only event.
Dec. 9–14
Build a tower strong enough to hold a fluffy snowball and create your own paper snowflake while discovering the science behind these winter wonders.
Dec. 16–22
Create a cardboard gingerbread house for our growing holiday village, then design a festive card to spread some cheer.
Dec. 16–24
Use CAD software and laser-cutting technology to design a custom wooden ornament that’s yours to take home.