Imagination Station May Events

Daily Dose  |  05/01/2026 10:30 am

May Events

Unofficial Galaxies Opens
May 23-August 23 | All Day | Included with Admission
Set your controls to hyperspace and journey to Imagination Station to see the newest exhibit, Unofficial Galaxies. There are over 100 pieces of iconic memorabilia from one of the most beloved franchises—from a real Landspeeder to signed scripts and screen-accurate costumes. Unofficial Galaxies feels like you're walking right onto the set of Star Wars.

Northwest Ohio Invention Convention
May 2 | All Day
Come see over 70 students from across Northwest Ohio present their new, original and creative inventions to a team of judges, in hopes of making it to the state competition. From a robot that does your homework to a trash can that can take itself out, students in grades K-12 are real-life innovators, creating their own products that solve real-world problems.

Sensory Friendly Sunday
May 17 | 10am-12pm
Families with members who have sensory processing needs are invited to explore Imagination Station during our Sensory Friendly hours, every third Sunday of the month.

Hidden in Plain Sight: A Community Conversation on Human Trafficking
May 18 | 7pm | RSVPs requested
Join Imagination Station for a powerful and personal discussion focusing on human trafficking recognition and prevention. Human trafficking impacts individuals and families across all communities, often in ways we don't immediately recognize. This Community Conversation will raise awareness, share real-world insights and help ensure our community is informed, prepared and equipped to recognize and combat this critical issue.

Science After Dark Side
May 23 | 7pm-10pm | Buy Tickets
We have a good feeling about this. In an era of Galactic Civil War, Imagination Station is inviting you to the Outer Rim in search of a good time during Science After Dark Side. Experience the ultimate evening packed with celebrations, epic photo ops, lightsaber battles, a first look at the new exhibit Unofficial Galaxies and other worldly entertainment.

Think Tank Workshop: Bubble Lab
May 9, 16, 23, 30 | 2pm | Buy Tickets
This workshop will be a bubble bonanza! Learn how to make the best bubble solution and big bubble wands just in time for summer. Then experience what it's like to be inside a bubble.

Family Explorers Club—Sound
May 12, 36 | 4pm
May 16, 30 | 11am
What's that noise? It's you and your family as you explore all the secrets of sound energy.

Homeschool Workshops

Amusement Park Physics—Grades 4-8
May 12 | 10:30-noon
May 13 | 1:30-3pm
Buckle in, we're going on a ride to explore physics. Learn about gravity, acceleration, friction, centripetal force and energy transformation. Then, create your own roller coaster with thrilling loops and drops while using what you know. You'll see it's physics that makes amusement parks a blast.

Rising Temperature—Grades K-3
May 12 | 1:30-3pm
May 13 | 10:30-noon
Ready to investigate seasonal weather patterns, climate change and the greenhouse effect? Join us as we conduct experiments to visualize how heat is absorbed and retained in our atmosphere. Explore principles of thermodynamics and how they relate to everyday experiences with heat, energy and comfort.

Tinkering Space: Wooden Toy Building
Daily in May | Included with Admission
Tinkerers, it's time to build and decorate your own toys. You'll learn about basic tools as you use wood and other materials to construct your new creation.