Community Science Night | Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa

Family-friendly evening of hands-on science activities, demonstrations, aquarium tours, and planetarium shows with free snacks.

Friday, October 9, 2026 Discover some of the wonders of the natural world during a family-friendly night of science. Try kid-friendly activities and demonstrations in chemistry, marine science, astronomy, geology, engineering, health science, biology, archaeology, psychology, and more. Explore the campus, including the aquarium, planetarium, and horticulture gardens. Grab a complimentary hot dog and chips while supplies last. Event highlights: Hands-on science activities Science demonstrations Aquarium and planetarium Horticulture gardens Free hot dog and chips All ages are welcome. Admission and parking are free, and no reservations are required. ————— Before You Go: Visit Orange Coast College’s Science Night page for updates and details. This event is organized by Orange Coast College. Kidsguide is an independent community resource helping families discover fun events across Southern California. Looking for more family fun? Explore more family-friendly events on our blog , browse our calendar , check out limited-time exhibits and experiences , or subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates.