I took my daughters (ages 3, 7 and 9) to the Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana. We primarily went to experience their new fall exhibits: “Spooky Science: Bug Invasion” and “Thomas & Friends Explore the Rails.”
The Thomas & Friends exhibit has several train tables including a very large one that my 3 year old fell in love with. In addition there were several other Thomas related exhibits including a large Thomas train the kids can climb on and a clock with movable hands so small kids can easily set the time. This exhibit was a huge hit with all three kids.
The Spooky Science: Bug Invasion exhibit was a lot of fun with a room with several different types of live insects in glass cages you can observe. After that you put on 3-D glasses to walk through an incredible maze with lots of different types of bugs. Both my seven year old and I thought it was amazing. We really loved the room full of gigantic animatronic bugs. The most impressive was the Praying Mantis.
The Museum is currently under construction as they are working on what looks to be a very impressive expansion which will open next year. This does present a bit of a challenge as the entrance is around the back by where the Dino Quest exhibit is. Be prepared for a bit of a long walk from the parking lot to the entrance. If you have small children be sure to bring a stroller, for the walk.
Don’t miss these festive activities on the weekends:
- Join our costume parade extravaganza
- Venture through a kid-friendly 3-D maze
- Trick or treat and take home a goodie bag
Special Events & Programming
October 25-26: Turbo FAST Weekend
Join us for a special weekend featuring Turbo FAST, the outrageous, high-octane ensemble comedy series starring the world-famous super-powered snail Turbo and his posse of adrenaline-junkie buddies. Don’t miss your chance to learn from a real animator, preview new episodes, and take home great giveaways!
Featuring:
Featuring:
- Get in the Race with Turbo FAST
- Enjoy fun activities with the Fast Action Stunt Team – race through mazes, solve puzzles, color your favorite snail characters, create an origami Turbo and much more!
- Learn to Draw Turbo
- An animator from the DreamWorks Animation series Turbo FAST will teach you how to draw Turbo, the hero of the garden snails.
- Check Out New Episodes: Visit Discovery Theater and see two of the latest episodes of Turbo FAST: “The Terror of Tickula” and “Beware of the Chickipede.”
- Score Turbo FAST Giveaways - The first 50 kids each day visiting the exhibit will receive Turbo FAST and Netflix gift packs to take home! Plus, don’t miss additional “take-home” activities for visitors each day. Giveaways available while supplies last only.
All activities are included in general admission and subject to change without notice. Giveaways available while supplies last. General admission prices are as follows: adult ($16.95), senior ($12.95), and children ages 3-14 ($12.95).
For more information, call (714) 542-CUBE or visit www.discoverycube.org
Disclaimer: The museum provided complimentary admission to Macaroni Kid to help facilitate this review. No other compensation was received.
