Sci-Port Discovery Center

Mad Scientist Dash 5k & Fun Run
2025-10-30 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Get ready to dash, sprint, and maybe even zap your way through Sci-Port’s Mad Scientist Dash 5K & Fun Run! This isn’t your ordinary race—it’s an experiment in fitness, fun, and a little bit of madness.
Date: Thursday, October 30th
Location: Sci-Port Discovery Center
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get moving, we’ve got a race for you:

5K Dash ($25): Perfect for runners ready to push the limits of science and speed.
Fun Run ($10): A family-friendly course that lets even the littlest scientists join the adventure.

Come dressed in your best mad scientist gear—think lab coats, goggles, or wild hair! Prizes will be awarded for the fastest finishers and the most creative costumes.
Post-race fun includes music, food, and activities that will keep the energy bubbling long after you cross the finish line.
Proceeds support Sci-Port Discovery Center, helping us spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists.
Don’t wait—register today and join the madness!

Tricks & Treats Night
2025-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Join us for Tricks & Treats Night on Thursday, October 24 from 5–8 PM at Sci-Port!
Experience spooky science experiments, fang-tastic costume contests, and boo-tiful surprises around every corner. Plus, don’t miss thrilling National Chemistry Week activities by the Centenary and LSUS ACS Student Chapters—it’s bound to be a howl-lot of fun! 🧙‍♀️💥
Tickets are just $8, or $5 for members.Tickets are available online or at the front desk!

Temporary Closure
2025-09-29 08:00 - 2025-10-03 17:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Sci-Port Discovery Center will be closed Monday, September 29 – Friday, October 3 for scheduled maintenance, repairs, and exhibition changes. During this time, our team will be hard at work refreshing the center, updating layouts, and installing a brand-new temporary exhibition.
We’ll reopen at 9:00 AM on Saturday, October 4 with fresh experiences, exciting programs, and a new exhibition you won’t want to miss!

Tabletop Night
2025-09-26 17:00 - 21:00
We couldn’t let GamePort close without going out on a critical hit—so join us for a special tabletop gaming night filled with battles, cards, dice, and creativity! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new, this is the perfect event to roll the dice on something new.
Demo Tables Include:– Warhammer 40K & Age of Sigmar – Learn the worlds of strategy and battle, and walk away with your very own model!– Pokémon Trading Card Game – Gotta demo ’em all! Take home a free demo deck.– Magic: The Gathering – Try out a pre-built deck OR build your own with a Prerelease kit. Plus, keep your demo deck!– Dungeons & Dragons – Step into an adventure with friends! Players get a free miniature or a ticket for an in-store session.
Build & Paint AreaUnleash your creativity with paints, brushes, and miniatures from Warhammer and D&D! Take home your painted masterpiece.
This epic night is brought to you in partnership with GamersXP and GameXchange—because what better way to end GamePort than with an all-out tabletop showdown?

Members: $8Nonmembers: $10

Science on the Rocks: Tattoo Edition
2025-09-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Step into a night of ink, art, and science! This special Tattoo Edition of Science on the Rocks is an after-hours event for ages 18+ where Sci-Port transforms into a playground for curious adults. Explore the history, culture, and science of tattooing, and experience live demonstrations with Hand Forged Tattoo. It’s an unforgettable evening of discovery, creativity, and community—where science meets self-expression.

STEM Rewinds in the STEM Lab
2025-09-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Fold your way into science with our Origami Workshop! Part of our STEM Rewind series, this workshop takes a closer look at the intersection of art, math, and engineering through the Japanese art of paper folding. Participants will learn origami techniques while uncovering the scientific principles behind each fold. Great for families, students, or anyone curious about the hidden math in art.

Clear the Shelters
2025-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Join us for a day filled with adoptable animals, local vendors, family fun, and chances to meet your new furry friend! Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to support the cause, come be part of a paws-itively awesome event!

Summer Camps
2025-06-02 09:00 - 2025-07-25 14:00
Itty Bitty Scientists (Ages 3-5): Our youngest explorers will dig into a summer filled with buggy adventures, dino digs, shape shenanigans, tinkering and making, body basics, outer space, and a jaw-some Shark Week finale!
Curiosity Camps (Ages 6-8): Get ready to explore the wonders of environmental science, crack codes in Spy Academy, uncover the science behind magic, build big ideas, learn all about being human, and dive deep into the ocean for Shark Week.
NASA ASTRO Camps (Ages 9-12): Sponsored by NASA, our oldest campers will explore environmental science through the lens of Earth’s ecosystems, navigate the galaxy as space spies, uncover the science behind magical phenomena, engineer spacecraft and lunar habitats, discover the amazing human body in space, and dive into the wonders of the cosmos — all leading up to a jaw-some Shark Week.

May the Fourth
2025-05-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Join us on Sunday, May 4th for a day of galactic fun at Sci-Port Discovery Center! We’re celebrating Give for Good with FREE General Admission, exciting activities, and cosmic surprises for the whole family. Whether you’re a Jedi, a Rebel, or just ready for an adventure, there’s something for everyone!

Meet the legendary 501st Legion! These incredible costumed characters bring the Star Wars universe to life — perfect for photos and unforgettable memories.
New Planetarium Show: “Always Above: Space is Closer Than You Think”
Enjoy themed activities and interactive experiences throughout the museum. Stay tuned for a schedule of galactic fun!
Food Vendors On-Site (Available for Purchase) – Refuel during your adventure with delicious food from local favorites: Queen of Sweets Stonewall, Demented Desserts, and Mi Meza Latin Cuisine
Limited Edition May the Fourth Sci-Port Shirts — only $13 each! (Available while supplies last.)

Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025Time: 12:00 – 5:00 PM (Event activities will run throughout the day)Location: Sci-Port Discovery Center, 820 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport LA 71101

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Shreveport-Bossier Maker Faire
2025-04-12 10:00 - 17:00
The Shreveport-Bossier City Maker Faire is just around the corner and will feature two exciting events!
Event 1: Barksdale Airshow

When: March 28th (students) & March 29th-30th (public)
Where: Hangar Full of STE(A)M at Barksdale Airshow
Join makers from across the region as they demonstrate hands-on making, share cool projects, show off prototypes, and just have fun tinkering in the Hangar Full of STE(A)M!

Event 2: Sci-Port Discovery Center

When: April 11th-12th
Where: Sci-Port Discovery Center
Explore even more makers showcasing their creativity, from art and crafting to engineering and technology. It’s an inspiring celebration of innovation and hands-on learning!

We’re looking for makers to join us at these events! Whether you’re an artist, crafter, engineer, tech enthusiast, or hobbyist, we want to see your creations. Click the link below to learn more and register:
Got questions? Feel free to email us at shreveportmakerfaire@gmail.com.

Spring into STEAM Camp
2025-03-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Sci-Port Discovery Center
Spring into STEAM Camps
Join us at Sci-Port for an exciting spring break adventure! From March 10–14, campers will explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through hands-on activities focused on environmental science.
Camp Options:

Itty Bitty Scientists (ages 3–5): 9 AM – 12 PM | Cost: $118
Curiosity Campers (ages 6–8): 9 AM – 2 PM | Cost: $178
NASA ASTRO Camp (ages 9–12): 9 AM – 2 PM | Cost: $178

Don’t miss out on this week of fun, learning, and discovery! Have questions? Contact our camp coordinator at camps@sciport.org.
