HOUSTON – This year’s Science Spooktacular at the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center will be virtual due to the pandemic. You’ll even have the chance to visit the Arboretum and put your nature knowledge to the test on our Halloween Trail! Houston Arboretum and Nature Center Science Spooktacular (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) All virtual activities will be recorded so you can view them after the live presentations and all proceeds from this year’s event will support the Arboretum’s wide variety of education and conservation programs. Friday, October 23: Science ShowConduct spooky experiments while watching a fun, interactive science showSaturday, October 24: Animal Encounter & Activity ReplayMissed previous activities?

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center will hold a week-long event for children and families October 19-24. The event, dubbed “Science Spooktacular,” will offer a mix of in-person and virtual events and activities. Friday, October 23: Science ShowConduct spooky experiments while watching a fun, interactive science showSaturday, October 24: Animal Encounter & Activity ReplayMissed previous activities? Tune in for a replay of past virtual event and enjoy an Animal Encounter featuring special reptile friends. Go to our Halloween page or check out our Halloween and fall family fun guide.