Discover learning outside of the classroom!
Discover the thrill of learning at the Discovery Center Collective’s specialized educational events, designed exclusively for school groups located in the Texas Panhandle and beyond.
Whether it’s exploring the fascinating world of chemistry, understanding the forces of nature, or putting your students’ engineering skills to the test, each education event at the Don Harrington Discovery Center and Wildcat Bluff Nature Center is tailored to spark curiosity and inspire learning.
Register for our education events now to join an unforgettable journey where science meets fun!
Energy Day is brought to you by:
Energy Day
September 2025 (Date TBD) | Grades 5-12
Free | Don Harrington Discovery Center
Put your CATAPULTS to the test!
Student teams will build catapults on site, testing their math and physics skills while competing for awards!
Registration for 2025-26 will open Summer 2025
Egg Drop is brought to you by:
Egg Drop
November 2025 (Date TBD)| Grades 5-12
Free | Don Harrington Discovery Center
Will your egg crack under pressure?
Student teams will design egg-cradling devices on-site and drop them from 20 feet to avoid an egg explosion! Awards are given for top scores, best use of recycled materials, and most innovative design.
Registration for 2025-26 will open Summer 2025
Booking Information: Coming Summer 2025
Christmas Spectacular
December 2025 (Dates TBD) | Grades K-5
$2 per student for Partner Districts. $5 per student for non-partners.
Join us for a fun-filled day of holiday-themed activities that will immerse students in interactive learning opportunities. Students will have a blast participating in activities like St. Nick’s Science Show and crafting their own make-and-take projects.
Teachers will love this hassle-free day of learning with no messy classroom to clean up afterward!
The event includes a special showing of our limited edition, full-dome Christmas Space Theater show. Rotation schedules include a planned lunchtime (lunches not provided) and exhibit free play. Groups are welcome to stay after the conclusion of the event for extra exhibit hall time if travel schedules allow.
Registration for 2025-26 will open Summer 2025
Bridge Bash is brought to you by:
Bridge Bash
February 2026 Date TBD | Grades 5-12
Free | Don Harrington Discovery Center
Student teams will design and build bridges on-site with guidance from real engineers! Awards will be given to top teams, most aesthetic design, and best use of sustainable materials.
Registration for 2025-26 will open Fall 2025
Earth & Space Fest
March 2026 Date TBD | Grades K-5th
Free for Partner Districts. $5 per student for non-partners.
Join us for an exciting exploration of natural disasters, soil formation, and natural resources! Special guests John Harris and his team of storm chasers will guide students through the thrilling science of severe weather, equipping them with knowledge to safely navigate nature’s fiercest phenomena.
Let your students experience a day packed with discovery, hands-on activities, and real-world science!
Registration for 2025-26 will open Fall 2025
Earth Day
April 2026 Date TBD | Grades K-5th
Free for partner districts. $5 per student for non-partners | Don Harrington Discovery Center
Respect the Earth, Reflect your Impact!
Celebrate our incredible planet with us! Dive into hands-on science activities and explore innovative ways we can protect and preserve Earth for future generations.
Registration for 2025-26 will open Fall 2025
Best Week Ever
May 2026 Dates TBD | Grades K-5th
$2 per student for partner districts. $5 per student for non-partners | Don Harrington Discovery Center
Fun-Filled Learning to End the Year Strong!
Shake off STAAR stress and end-of-year fatigue with a week of fun, engaging demos and hands-on activities that keep your students excited about learning!
Registration for 2025-26 will open Fall 2025
