Featured Events + Shows

Science-fueled fun for all

Looking for things to do in Portland? OMSI events and attractions spark curiosity for visitors of all ages and interests. Add an OMSI event to your PDX itinerary!

Choose from creative Maker Workshops, after-hours fun for the 21+ crowd, opportunities to meet local scientists, and so much more. Can’t make it to the museum? Hit the road with Rose City Astronomers for a Star Party or grab a drink at a local Science Pub.

Go ahead and explore, we have something for everyone!

OMSI After Dark

The ultimate night out! Typically the last Wednesday of the month, OMSI After Dark is a 21+ event that gathers local vendors, artisans, and science content for you to enjoy. Get ready to taste test a local brew, catch a show, or try a science demo – all while exploring the museum’s permanent exhibit halls. Browse upcoming OMSI After Darks to discover what adventure awaits.

Science Pubs

This isn’t an ordinary lecture series! Grab a drink and enjoy a relaxed presentation by local and world-renowned scientists, researchers, and leaders. With new talks scheduled every month, it’s easy to find a Science Pub that sparks your interest.

November 6, 2024 | 7-9pm

Science Pub Portland: Cascadia Earthquakes & Other Disasters – Are We Ready?

Nov 6, 7-9PM | Doors @ 6PM With Yumei Wang, Civil Engineer, Senior Advisor on…

November 19, 2024 | 7-9pm

Science Pub Portland: What Are We Really Seeing?

What Are We Really Seeing? How Our Brains Manipulate the Visual World Nov 19, 7-9PM…

December 3, 2024 | 7-9pm

Science Pub Portland: Turtle Talk! Oregon’s Western Pond Turtles

Dec 3, 7-9PM | Doors @ 6PM With Chelsea Waddell, Wildlife Biologist with the US…

More Events

We host so many events at OMSI we can’t fit them all on one page! Here’s a small selection of other events happening soon!

November 15, 2024 | 6:30 – 8:30pm

Meet the Artist: A Conversation with Christopher Marley

For Curious Minds Of All Kinds

Thinking of adding something unique to your OMSI experience? We offer documentary films at the Empirical Theater, unforgettable stargazing at the Kendall Planetarium, and deep diving tours of our onsite submarine.

Take a look around – you’re sure to find something that inspires you!

USS Blueback Submarine

Empirical Theater

Kendall Planetarium

OMSI for All

Accessibility Resources

OMSI is committed to making science-fueled fun available for all in our community. We are proud to offer admission assistance, financial aid, and accessible services throughout all OMSI experiences.

Two students running chemistry experiments.