Interactive science demonstrations, an open bar, delicious desserts, an LED dance floor, and upbeat music — now that certainly is an evening for the books! Let your curious inner child out for Museum of Science’s Sparks After Dark. Happening on May 2 at Museum of Science, this will surely be an evening full of wonder, laughter, and amazing discoveries. Funds raised will go to the museum so they can continue to spread the love of science to the public.

Friday, May 2, 2025 | 8:30 PM

Museum of Science, Boston MA

Step into a world where science meets spectacle, where curiosity is celebrated, and where giving back takes center stage. Welcome to Sparks After Dark, the most anticipated gala after-party of the year on May 2nd at 8:30 PM.

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with interactive science demonstrations, delectable desserts, an open bar, and dancing the night away on an LED dance floor adorned with thousands of star-like lights while DJ Coleslaw takes the turntable. It’s a chance for adults to indulge their inner child, to marvel at the wonders of science, and to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for discovery.

The magic of Sparks After Dark extends far beyond the dance floor and interactive displays. It’s about making a difference. It’s about supporting a cause that inspires a lifelong love of science in everyone. With your attendance and generosity, we aim to raise one million dollars in critical funding for the Museum of Science.

To get you more in the mood for Sparks After Dark, here are some quick trivia courtesy of BBC Science Focus:

– Comets smell like rotten eggs!

– Ants don’t have lungs

– A rainbow on Venus is called a glory.

– Mirrors facing each other don’t produce infinite reflections.

Get your tickets to this lab-solutely amazing event and discover more amazing Science trivia. See you there!