Polar Play Days

Polar Play Days at The Tech Interactive is finally here!

Nov. 23 - Jan. 5

See what happens when science meets winter wonder

Welcome to Polar Play Days at The Tech Interactive! Explore the magic (and science!) of winter and the joy of the holiday season. This family-friendly event offers a blend of creative activities, hands-on experiments, and fun-filled adventures that capture the spirit of the season.

See below for all that Polar Play Days has to off(brrr!)

Note: $ = paid add-on experience. Attendees are encouraged to reserve paid experiences ahead of time to secure spots.

  

Winter WonderLabs

Dec. 7-8 & 14-15

Various locations

Explore the scientific wonders behind #cuddleszn. Build sweet candy structures to withstand a blizzard (but not cavities). Ask a paleontologist slash movie star your FREEZING questions. Craft your light-up snowflake that'll make even the North Pole jealous!

Featured Activities

Snowstorm in a Jar
Dec. 7, 8
Tickets on Sale Soon

Candy House Engineering
Dec. 14, 15
Tickets on Sale Soon

Sock Skating Rink

Dec. 21 - Jan. 5

Lower Level

Slide into some serious fun at our new Sock Skating Rink! It’s a safe first skating experience for kids. Ditch the heavy skates and just rock your favorite socks! 

All ages. Under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. All parties must purchase a ticket upon entry. Space limited, first come-first served.

Planned Activities

Dec. 21 - Jan. 5
Tickets on Sale Soon

Merry Makerspace: Holiday Crafts

Check Daily Schedule for Times

The Tech Studio

Time to STEAM up that festive spirit! Join us for some holiday-making fun to create custom crafts and take them home. Make your own gift wrap, create unique light-up cards, learn how to cut snowflake patterns, and more! Be sure to check out the daily schedule to see activity lists and times.

Planned DIY Activities

Eco-Friendly Festive Garland
Nov. 23 - Dec. 1

 

Holiday Cabbage Paint
Dec. 3 - Jan. 5

 


Holiday Cookie Cutters
Weekends

 

Design and make a custom cookie cutter so you can make your favorite cookies all winter long. 


Wrapping Paper & Stamp
Check Daily Schedule

 

Add a personal touch to your holiday gift-giving with DIY wrapping paper and stamps!

Arctic Explorer Gear

Upper Level

Going on an Arctic expedition? You've gotta get the gear! Try on authentic cold-weather explorer gear and put it to the test under our thermal camera. Feel the warmth while learning how explorers stay cozy in extreme conditions.

All ages. Under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. 

Winteractive Experiences

Various Locations

Spend time with your loved ones throughout The Tech Interactive. We've got opportunities for you and your family to relax, unwind, and enjoy the museum at your own pace.

Experiences

Family Chill Zone
Ground Level - New Venture Hall

 

Relax from the festivities and recharge in this inviting space for a family-friendly pause during your winter adventure!

Holiday Photo-Ops 
Open Daily - Various Locations

 

Because who doesn’t love a good photo op for Instagram? Be sure to tag @TheTechInteractive in your posts to be featured on our channels.

More Seasonal Hands-On Activities

NASA ICESAT-2 Pop-up
Lower Level - Space Exploration

Take a spin at ICESat-2, one of NASA's Earth Observing System, to see how scientists measure ice sheet elevation, sea ice thickness, vegetation characteristics, and more!

Festive Garland Making
Upper Level - Bio Tinkering Lab

Design and create biodegradable holiday garlands using samples of seaweed!

Science of Auroras
Upper Level - South Lab Classroom

Dive into the wild world of aurora lights, and watch in awe to see the colors and the science of the aurora come to life! It's part science, part magic, and 100% awesome.

Dry-Ice Magic
Upper Level - South Lab Classroom

Learn about the wacky science of this super cold, unique ice! Watch how dry ice freezes, bubbles, and even blow-outs candles in this chilly demonstration of winter science!

Spacesuit Explorer Gear
Lower Level, Space Exploration 

In honor of the upcoming 2026 Artemis mission to the South Pole of the moon, dive into the ultimate breakdown of extreme environmental attire. Whether you're battling blizzards or braving the vacuum of space, it's all about layers, layers, and more layers!

Beat the Cold
Upper Level - Body Worlds Decoded

Do arctic animals ever get cold? Learn about the science of blubber and other animal adaptations to the harsh environment they live in. Discover how these arctic all-stars stay toasty!

Ice Castle Arctic-tecture
Lower Level - Atrium

Think you can out-design Elsa? Prove it! Step into our imagination playground and build the ice castle of your dreams! Let's see what sub-zero structures you can create.

Cozy Curiosity Corner
Lower Level - Atrium

Cozy up with a fun winter book, master Arctic-tecture and build an ice castle, or color some cute Arctic friends in this space geared towards our younger visitors and their families.

  

Come Chill in IMAX!

Admission to Polar Play Days includes a ticket to any of our daily documentary films in the IMAX Dome Theater. Claim your ticket at the admissions desk!