Hunter's Smile Trunk or Treat Join North Dakota's Gateway to Science and the Bismarck Larks for the 3rd Annual Hunter’s Smile Trunk or Treat! Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating, games, and activities! What to Expect: Candy & Treats: Visit 30+ decorated trunks for candy and trinkets. Allergy-free […]

Spooky Chemistry and Scary Snacks Get ready for a night of chemistry, hands-on experiments, and scary snacks. Join us on Wednesday, October 28, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science for an evening of chemistry demonstrations and hands-on activities led by Bismarck High School teacher Scott Weigum. What to Expect: Watch […]

STEM Spooktacular Celebrate Halloween with a day of spooky science! On October 31, explore the gallery while taking on a spooky scavenger hunt and trying hands-on Halloween-themed activities. What to Expect: Solve a Spooky Scavenger Hunt – Explore the gallery to discover clues. Try Spooky Science – Stop by the lobby for hands-on activities like […]

Science of Play Preschool Discovery Hour Get ready for to play at Science of Play Preschool Discovery Hour! In recognition of Children’s Grief Awareness Month, this special program partners with ACM Healing With Play and Mandan Little Learners Play Lab to highlight how play can support children through experiences of grief and loss while giving […]

Einstein on Wine 2026 Join us for Einstein on Wine, our signature fundraiser, on Friday, November 20, 2026, at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science. The fun kicks off at 5:30 PM! Doors open at 5:00 PM. What to Expect A lively cocktail hour with apps, drinks & exhibits Brand-new games, gallery challenges & interactive activities […]