PRESS RELEASE: DiscoverFest: A free day of hands-on STEAM at Science Museum Oklahoma Sept. 27


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OKLAHOMA CITY — Science Museum Oklahoma’s biggest event of the year returns with a new name and more opportunities to explore than ever before. DiscoverFest, formerly known as Tinkerfest, will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2020 Remington Place in Oklahoma City. Registration is now open for this free community event that transforms the entire museum and grounds into a hub for hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Guests can dive into more than 70 interactive activities, from dismantling a car to mixing live music, turning wood on a lathe, exploring puppetry, programming robots, and much more. With the support of more than 35 community partners representing businesses, schools, clubs, and organizations, families will experience firsthand the skills and creativity that power STEAM careers and hobbies.

“DiscoverFest is all about getting hands-on with science,” said Sherry Marshall, John E. Kirkpatrick President and CEO of Science Museum Oklahoma. “While it is a free day at the museum, the impact goes far beyond admission. Every activity offers the chance to learn something new, make a connection, or discover a future passion.”

Admission to DiscoverFest also includes enjoy full access to all museum exhibits, including the world-class Love’s Planetarium. Activities conclude at 4 p.m., while the museum remains open until 6 p.m.

To ensure a smoother check-in on this popular day, the museum encourages families to pre-register for free tickets at www.sciencemuseumok.org/discoverfest.

DiscoverFest is part of a regional Tinkerfest celebration of creativity and innovation across Oklahoma and Arkansas:

  • September 13 — Museum of Discovery, Little Rock, AR
  • September 20 — Discovery Lab, Tulsa, OK
  • September 27 — Science Museum Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK
  • October 4 — Scott Family Amazeum, Bentonville, AR

“This regional initiative allows tens of thousands of families to experience the joy of discovery,” said Chris Syfrett, Tinkering Initiatives Manager. “These events introduce new ideas, new tools, and new passions—and that’s what science education is all about.”


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