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SUMMARY:STEAM-tastic Book Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Come in to pick up a FREE STEAM book (while supplies last) to help celebrate the kickoff of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Books will be available in the lobby along with schedules of all the special activities we will be offering during the festival week! Hudson Area Public Library at 700 1st St. in Hudson\, WI.\nEvent is free and open to the public\, free parking.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/steam-tastic-book-giveaway/
LOCATION:Hudson Area Public Library\, 700 1st Street\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Chemistry and Physics,Literacy,Nature and Environment,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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SUMMARY:Science on the Square: Stargazing at Madison Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up-close with the stars and check out a STEAM-related author event as part of the Wisconsin Book Festival at Madison Central Library! Join the UW-Madison astronomy department to learn more about our cosmos and step out onto the library’s terrace (weather permitting) to see the stars through their telescope. Be sure to time your visit right to explore our universe and join the author talk at 7pm: Every Living Creature by Dr. Joshua Mezrich\, in conversation with Dr. Margaret (Gretchen) Schwarze. \nCheck out all of the presenting groups and participating locations at Science on the Square this year here!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/science-on-the-square-madison-central-library/
LOCATION:Madison Public Library – Central Library\, 201 W Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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SUMMARY:2026 Science on the Square - Madison Night Market Fusion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one fantastic night blending science with downtown Madison businesses! \nBack for its ninth year\, the ever-popular Science on the Square event is again fusing with the Madison Night Market to create a unique way to explore hands-on science activities while also supporting local businesses and vendors. In 2026\, our festival focus is on Us – celebrating the science of humans and the humans who do science. \nAt Science on the Square\, outdoor STEAM-themed activities will mix with Madison Night Market vendor tents throughout State Street. Indoor locations will showcase interesting exhibits\, talks\, and hands-on activities for you to check out as well. Learn more about the science that surrounds us every day while exploring downtown Madison. Be sure to stop by the top of State Street (near the capitol) to see physics demonstrations and more! \nThe Wisconsin Science Festival and Madison’s Central Business Improvement District are proud to bring you an event you won’t want to miss. Join us in downtown Madison between 5 and 9 p.m. on Thursday\, October 15\, for fun for all ages! \nInformation about participating businesses and hands-on stations will be available closer to the event! \nWant to learn more? Check out our Science on the Square blogs in the ArcHive!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/2026-science-on-the-square-madison-night-market-fusion/
LOCATION:Downtown Madison\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Bacteria and Viruses,Chemistry and Physics,Food and Drink,Nature and Environment,Sports, Health, and Medicine,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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SUMMARY:UW-Madison Campus Open House
DESCRIPTION:Explore UW-Madison’s bustling campus with a special\, festival open house! Check out the following locations on Saturday\, October 17th for self-guided tours and more: \n\n3rd Annual Wisconsin Weather Festival (10:00am – 1:00pm)\nGeology Museum Open House (9:00am – 1:00pm)\nL.R. Ingersoll Wonders of Physics Museum (10:00am – 1:00pm)\nThe John D. Wiley Gallery for Art in Science (10:00am – 4:00pm)\nMarmosets & Us Open House (10:00am – 2:00pm)\nNeuroscience Training Program Human Brain Demonstration (time TBD)\nThe Science of Human Thriving: Celebrating 100 Years of the Child Development Lab (1:00pm – 4:00pm)\nWashburn Observatory (7:00pm – 10:00pm)\n\nKeep checking back as more sites get added!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/uw-madison-campus-open-house/
LOCATION:UW-Madison
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Bacteria and Viruses,Chemistry and Physics,Literacy,Nature and Environment,Sports, Health, and Medicine,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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SUMMARY:Spooky Space Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival with a Halloween adventure that’s truly out of this world! \nJoin us at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium for Spooky Space\, a fun and educational planetarium show that explores the eerie side of our universe. Meet the stars of Halloween as we journey through space to discover mysterious black holes\, zombie stars\, ghostly nebulae\, and other cosmic monsters lurking among the stars. \nPerfect for families\, curious kids\, and anyone who loves Halloween with a scientific twist! \nShow Dates & Time: \nSaturday\, October 17 at 11:00 a.m.\nSaturday\, October 24 at 11:00 a.m. \nAdmission: Only $5 per person \nCome experience a Halloween adventure unlike any other—where science meets spooky fun under our 40-foot dome!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/spooky-space-planetarium-show/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium\, S14 W28167 Madison St\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
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SUMMARY:Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Science Festival Presents: Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe 🌌🔭 \nCelebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival by exploring one of the greatest mysteries in modern science! \nJoin us at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium for Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe\, an immersive planetarium experience that takes you on a journey into the unseen side of the cosmos. Scientists believe that nearly a quarter of our universe is made up of an invisible substance called dark matter—yet no one knows exactly what it is. Discover the evidence that proves dark matter exists and learn why uncovering its true nature is one of the most exciting challenges in contemporary astrophysics. \nPerfect for curious minds\, science enthusiasts\, students\, and anyone who has ever wondered what the universe is really made of! \nShow Dates & Time \nSaturday\, October 17 at 1:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 24 at 1:00 p.m. \nAdmission: Only $5 per person \nTake an unforgettable journey beyond what we can see and explore one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the universe beneath our spectacular 40-foot dome.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/dark-matter-the-invisible-universe-planetarium-show/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium\, S14 W28167 Madison St\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
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SUMMARY:Badger Talk - ACORNS (Activities for Community Outreach in STEM)
DESCRIPTION:This is a free\, in-person talk hosted on October 17\, 2026 at 1:00 PM by Iron Ridge Public Library in Iron Ridge\, WI. Registration is encouraged\, but not required. More info to come on how to register. There will be no virtual option for this event. This event is a part of the Wisconsin Science Festival!\n\nStudies show that feelings of belonging are the number one indicator of retention in STEM. The ability of students to see themselves in STEM spaces is crucial to building this sense of belonging. At the same time\, students are only able to envision themselves as scientists in as much as they are doing science. An ACORNS program is a highly interactive\, tactile STEM-themed activity. These could include modeling planet formation with ice cream and cookies\, exploring stellar fusion with the ingredients of s’mores\, and measuring the speed of light using a chocolate bar.\n\nThis shift from a lecture-style format to a hands-on\, student-led dialogue allows for an immersive STEM experience\, highlighting both that science can be fun\, accessible\, and messy\, but also that anyone is capable of doing it\, regardless of expertise. Science is a state of mind\, defined by curiosity–and every person has plenty of that.\n\nZach Lewis is a graduate student in astronomy at UW-Madison. His research focuses on the evolution of elements inside galaxies. He uses JWST observations of distant galaxies to characterize how stars produce elements and eject them into their host galaxy\, and how those elements then escape the galaxy or form new stars.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/badger-talk-acorns-activities-for-community-outreach-in-stem/
LOCATION:Iron Ridge Public Library\, 205 Park St\, Iron Ridge\, WI\, 53035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Badger Talks,Chemistry and Physics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T230000
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SUMMARY:Family Astronomy Night
DESCRIPTION:We have shows running all day and special showings of our feature astronomy show (Space Aliens) and family laser show (Moonwitch/Fright Light) in the evening. Wrapping things up\, we’ll have our Pink Floyd Double Feature at 9 p.m. \nFeel free to dress up and trick or treat at the box office! \nGet tickets here: https://barlow.winnebagocountywi.gov/show-schedule \nWeather permitting\, we’ll have telescopes out to see the Moon and planets! \nCome on out and see us and explore the stars!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/family-astronomy-night/
LOCATION:Barlow Planetarium\, 1478 Midway Road\, Menasha\, 54952\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T220000
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SUMMARY:Washburn Observatory Open House
DESCRIPTION:We will be opening the Observatory to the public regardless of weather\, though we hope for favorable weather so we can use the telescope to look at some astronomical objects! Come see the historic 15.6″ Clark refractor and enjoy the view of the night sky atop beautiful Observatory Hill\, following traditions of our ancestors for over 10\,000 years. The dome is open to the outside air so dress appropriately. Food and drinks\, as well as flash photography are not allowed in the observatory. \nIn the event that weather is not favorable on the 17th\, the Observatory will be open on October 24th from 7-10pm.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/washburn-observatory-open-house/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Washburn Observatory\, 1401 Observatory Dr\, Madison\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T150000
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SUMMARY:Mysteries of Your Brain
DESCRIPTION:Jump into an animated adventure following a girl and her crow companion as they explore what makes the human brain so special. Together you’ll zoom along the paths of neurons\, find out how human and animal brains differ\, and experience illusions on a grand scale! Along the way\, you’ll learn how your brain makes you\, well\, you\, and see that ultimately\, we each have the power to change our brains.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/mysteries-of-your-brain/
LOCATION:Allen F. Blocher Planetarium\, B246 Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Ave\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Sports, Health, and Medicine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T213000
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SUMMARY:Stumble into Science Pub Crawl
DESCRIPTION:A guided pub crawl to some of Madison’s most iconic pubs\, with a science festival twist! Each pub will have researchers stationed there to answer your craziest questions about their research. Pub themes will range from microbiology to astronomy to cannabis research! Registration includes a lineup of exclusive Wisconsin Science Festival swag\, and more! \nCheck out the line up below: \n\n4:30pm – Check-in at Up North Pub\nUp North Pub\n\nAncient rocks with Mel\, Eric\, and Bennett\n\n\nOne Social Food Hall\n\nPlants vs bacteria vs fungi: The Thunderdome\n\n\nMerchant\n\nTBD\n\n\nRigby Pub\n\nTBD\n\n\nTipsy Cow\n\nMicrobes hidden in the workforce: beers to biofuels to biopharmaceuticals\n\n\nGenna’s\n\nHow the adolescent brain makes decisions\n\n\nGamma Ray\n\nWisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center (WIPAC)\n\n\n\nRegistration is required to get the full pub crawl experience (and special festival swag) – registration link coming soon! \nAnyone is welcome to stop into a pub on the lineup to chat with a scientist but you must be registered to get your festival swag and travel with the pack.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/stumble-into-science/
LOCATION:Downtown Madison\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Bacteria and Viruses,Chemistry and Physics,Food and Drink,Nature and Environment,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T200000
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SUMMARY:Star Party on the Patio
DESCRIPTION:Registration required. For all ages. \nStar Party on the Library Patio. John from Driftless Stargazing will set up a telescope and binoculars so viewers can see the Moon\, planets\, star clusters\, nebulae\, and galaxies. Learn about seasonal constellations and passing satellites along with information about telescopes and binoculars for home use. \nIf the sky conditions are not good on October 19th\, then the alternate date is Tuesday\, October 20th.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/star-party-on-the-patio/
LOCATION:Oregon Public Library\, 200 N. Alpine Parkway\, Oregon\, 53575
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon Public Library":MAILTO:orelib@oregonlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T145841Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Building Expo - Field Trip Day
DESCRIPTION:The Discovery Expo – Field Trip Day is designed for pre-registered school groups from across Wisconsin to visit the Discovery Building on UW-Madison’s campus and experience dozens of interactive\, hands-on exploration stations that feature STEM activities ranging from virtual reality to health and medicine\, chemistry\, physics demonstrations and more in addition to other add-on experiences across campus!  Explore the hands-on activities at your own pace and interact with scientists\, STEM professionals and students from UW-Madison and beyond! The Discovery Expo in the Discovery Building is a great opportunity for youth (grades K-12) to discover something new and exciting about science! \nRegistration has now closed. Only pre-registered groups are able to attend this event. \nNot able to attend in-person this year? Check out our virtual field trips! \nThe Discovery Building Expo – Field Trip Day is presented by the Morgridge Institute for Research Community Engagement Team. \n 
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/discovery-building-expo-field-trip-day/
LOCATION:Discovery Building at UW-Madison\, 330 N Orchard St\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Bacteria and Viruses,Chemistry and Physics,Nature and Environment,Sports, Health, and Medicine,Technology, Math, and Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T190000
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SUMMARY:Badger Talk: The Chemistry of Space
DESCRIPTION:This is a free\, in-person talk hosted on October 20\, 2026 at 6:00 PM by Columbus Public Library in Columbus\, WI. There will be a virtual option for this event. Registration is required to attend via Zoom and is preferred for in-person attendance. Please register by calling (920)-623-5910 or through the library’s website. \nInterstellar clouds house the ingredients that become building blocks for new stars and planets. Understanding how molecules form in these regions gives us clues about how life on Earth may have started\, and where life might exist elsewhere in the Universe. \nSusanna Widicus Weaver\, Vozza Professor of Chemistry and Astronomy at the University of Wisconsin\, is an expert in prebiotic astrochemistry. Her research\, combining laboratory spectroscopy\, observational astronomy\, and chemical modeling\, is aimed at understanding the mechanisms driving interstellar chemistry and the pathways for the formation of life. She received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Illinois Wesleyan University (2000) and her Ph.D. in chemistry at Caltech (2005). She was a postdoctoral fellow in Chemistry and Astronomy at the University of Illinois from 2005-2008. Before moving to Wisconsin\, she was a Professor of Chemistry at Emory University.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/badger-talk-the-chemistry-of-space/
LOCATION:Columbus Public Library\, 223 W James Street\, Columbus\, Wisconsin\, 53925-1572
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Badger Talks,Chemistry and Physics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T194428Z
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SUMMARY:Stars of the Pharaohs Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Science Festival Presents: Stars of the Pharaohs 🏛️✨ \nCelebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival by taking a journey back in time to explore the incredible connection between the ancient Egyptians and the night sky. \nJoin us at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium for Stars of the Pharaohs\, a visually stunning full-dome experience that uncovers the remarkable stellar alignments of the pyramids and other monuments of the ancient world. Discover how the stars influenced the lives\, beliefs\, and power of the Pharaohs while learning about their lasting impact on world history. Presented in breathtaking high-definition\, this immersive program brings ancient Egypt to life beneath our 40-foot dome. \nPerfect for history enthusiasts\, astronomy lovers\, families\, and anyone fascinated by one of the world’s greatest civilizations! \nShow Date & Time: \nWednesday\, October 21 at 11:00 a.m. \nAdmission: Only $5 per person \nExperience the wonder of the cosmos through the eyes of the ancient Egyptians and discover why the stars played such an important role in one of history’s most remarkable civilizations.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/stars-of-the-pharaohs-planetarium-show/
LOCATION:Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium\, S14 W28167 Madison St\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium":MAILTO:lswaney@waukesha.k12.wi.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260923T194015Z
CREATED:20260923T194015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T194015Z
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SUMMARY:Badgers on Tap: Astronomy on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Join graduate student\, Annie Triantafillides\, and research associate\, Jason Lee\, on October 21\, 2026 at 7:00 PM as they discuss astronomy. Enjoy drinks\, trivia\, and prizes at this Badgers on Tap event hosted by Young Blood Beer Co. (North Street) in Madison\, WI!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/badgers-on-tap-astronomy-on-tap/
LOCATION:Young Blood Beer Company – Northstreet\, 557 NORTH ST.\, MADISON\, WI\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Badger Talks,Badgers on Tap
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ORGANIZER;CN="UW Connects Badger Talks":MAILTO:badgertalks@uwmad.wisc.edu
GEO:43.1066301;-89.3509953
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260918T190722Z
CREATED:20260818T145312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T190722Z
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SUMMARY:SoundWaves: Origins - The Birth of Everything
DESCRIPTION:Where do we come from? Where does anything come from? This new series of SoundWaves brings together leading academic researchers and live music to explore origins at every scale – from the birth of the universe to the first human communities. Each edition pairs scholars from distinct disciplines with a musical program to answer the oldest questions we know. \nThis first SoundWaves event of the year launches our year-long exploration of Origins. Part of the Wisconsin Science Festival and Klez Fest Midwest\, this event looks at The Beginning of Everything. How did the universe come to be\, and how have scientists thought about the universe’s origins in the past? Special musical guests The Klezmatics\, perhaps the most important and popular klezmer band of all time\, will then look at the origins of klezmer music\, followed by a performance that will wow you. \nThis event is free but registration is required to ensure adequate seating. Reserve your free tickets here! \nThis event will take place in Collins Recital Hall in the Hamel Music Center.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/soundwaves-origins-the-birth-of-everything/
LOCATION:Hamel Music Center\, 740 University Ave\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Astronomy,Chemistry and Physics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Science Festival":MAILTO:info@wiscifest.org
GEO:43.0733767;-89.3979595
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T194453Z
CREATED:20260727T194453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T194453Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Space Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival with a Halloween adventure that’s truly out of this world! \nJoin us at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium for Spooky Space\, a fun and educational planetarium show that explores the eerie side of our universe. Meet the stars of Halloween as we journey through space to discover mysterious black holes\, zombie stars\, ghostly nebulae\, and other cosmic monsters lurking among the stars. \nPerfect for families\, curious kids\, and anyone who loves Halloween with a scientific twist! \nShow Dates & Time: \nSaturday\, October 17 at 11:00 a.m.\nSaturday\, October 24 at 11:00 a.m. \nAdmission: Only $5 per person \nCome experience a Halloween adventure unlike any other—where science meets spooky fun under our 40-foot dome!
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/spooky-space-planetarium-show/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium\, S14 W28167 Madison St\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium":MAILTO:lswaney@waukesha.k12.wi.us
GEO:43.0138786;-88.3123005
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260727T194351Z
CREATED:20260727T194351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T194351Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Science Festival Presents: Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe 🌌🔭 \nCelebrate the Wisconsin Science Festival by exploring one of the greatest mysteries in modern science! \nJoin us at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium for Dark Matter: The Invisible Universe\, an immersive planetarium experience that takes you on a journey into the unseen side of the cosmos. Scientists believe that nearly a quarter of our universe is made up of an invisible substance called dark matter—yet no one knows exactly what it is. Discover the evidence that proves dark matter exists and learn why uncovering its true nature is one of the most exciting challenges in contemporary astrophysics. \nPerfect for curious minds\, science enthusiasts\, students\, and anyone who has ever wondered what the universe is really made of! \nShow Dates & Time \nSaturday\, October 17 at 1:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 24 at 1:00 p.m. \nAdmission: Only $5 per person \nTake an unforgettable journey beyond what we can see and explore one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the universe beneath our spectacular 40-foot dome.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/dark-matter-the-invisible-universe-planetarium-show/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium\, S14 W28167 Madison St\, Waukesha\, WI\, 53188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium":MAILTO:lswaney@waukesha.k12.wi.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T220000
DTSTAMP:20260910T135418Z
CREATED:20260910T135418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T135418Z
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SUMMARY:Washburn Observatory Open House
DESCRIPTION:We will be opening the Observatory to the public regardless of weather\, though we hope for favorable weather so we can use the telescope to look at some astronomical objects! Come see the historic 15.6″ Clark refractor and enjoy the view of the night sky atop beautiful Observatory Hill\, following traditions of our ancestors for over 10\,000 years. The dome is open to the outside air so dress appropriately. Food and drinks\, as well as flash photography are not allowed in the observatory. \nIn the event that weather is not favorable on the 17th\, the Observatory will be open on October 24th from 7-10pm.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/washburn-observatory-open-house/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Washburn Observatory\, 1401 Observatory Dr\, Madison\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washburn Observatory":MAILTO:washburn@astro.wisc.edu
GEO:43.0761792;-89.4089056
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260819T133624Z
CREATED:20260819T133552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T133624Z
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SUMMARY:Spark: The Universe in Us
DESCRIPTION:Where did the building blocks of life come from? The answer lies in the hearts of distant stars and incredibly powerful explosions such as supernovae\, which help spread fundamental elements to galaxies far and wide where they can spark new life.
URL:https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/spark-the-universe-in-us/
LOCATION:Allen F. Blocher Planetarium\, B246 Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Ave\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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