HMNS Events

2024 Event dates:

• Saturday, April 27, 2024: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Saturday, September 28, 2024: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Monday, December 2, 2024: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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The smartest event in Houston is back with a roar! Rub elbows with the brainiacs and social butterflies on the dance floor, pick your potion at the cash bars, and chow down with the best food trucks the city has to offer this summer. Doors open at 7 p.m., skip the line when you buy your tickets online!

Check out our Summer Mixers and Elixirs Line-Up

Please note – This event is for adults 21 or older.

Calling all ghosts and ghouls, monsters and mummies, witches and werewolves: Houston’s favorite Halloween party—the one and only Spirits & Skeletons—is back at HMNS! The entire museum is open for you to shake your stuff with a stegosaurus and get spellbound by bewitching gems, all to live music, three DJs and fantastic food trucks parked right outside. Whether you go with scary and spooky or fab and kooky—dress up and party the night away at HMNS. We’ll put a spell on you.

Featuring live music by Danny Ray and The Atlantic Street Band. 

Purchase a VIP ticket and get access to three private VIP areas with private bars, one included drink, and light bites. 

Tickets will go on sale in September.     
            

Please note – This event is for adults 21 or older.

To provide increased safety for our beloved guests (you), the Houston Police Department will be using metal detection wands to briefly scan each party-goer on their way in.

No outside alcohol will be allowed into the museum.

HMNS is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. With that in mind, the museum security staff has implemented additional security measures ahead of Saturday’s Spirits & Skeletons. We encourage attendees to arrive early to allow extra time to get into the special event. You and your belongings may be searched upon entry. If you elect not to consent to the searches, you will be denied entry into the museum.

For your safety, the following items are prohibited: any and all functional and realistic replica firearms, functional projectile weapons, sharpened metal-bladed weapons, explosives, chemical weapons (including mace and pepper spray), blunt weapons (including brass knuckles and clubs), hard prop weapons, noise makers, whips, aerosol mustard, backpacks and laser pens. Prop weapons will be allowed providing they are composed of cardboard, foam, wood or other light materials. Prop firearms are allowed only if they cannot be mistaken for real weapons. The barrel of all prop firearms must be covered with brightly-colored caps. Prop bows will be allowed providing all arrows have soft tips. Please note that this is not a complete list and other items may be confiscated if they are deemed, at the sole discretion of HMNS and the HPD officers at the event, to be dangerous or disruptive.

Ring in the new year with HMNS! Where else can you toast under the dinosaurs? Featuring live music, DJs, food trucks, and cash bars. You won’t want to miss this one.

Purchase a VIP ticket and get access to three private VIP areas with private bars, one included drink, and light bites.          

Tickets will go on sale in September.     
   

Please note – This event is for adults 21 or older.

To provide increased safety for our beloved guests (you), the Houston Police Department will be using metal detection wands to briefly scan each party-goer on their way in.

No outside alcohol will be allowed into the museum.

HMNS is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. With that in mind, the museum security staff has implemented additional security measures ahead of Mixers and Elixirs: New Year’s Eve. We encourage attendees to arrive early to allow extra time to get into the special event. You and your belongings may be searched upon entry. If you elect not to consent to the searches, you will be denied entry into the museum.

Experience the vibrant colors and flavors of India at our upcoming World Trekkers event! Purchase tantalizing treats from Raja Sweets restaurant that will ignite your taste buds, and immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats with a dazzling performance by Bollywood Dance Central. Get creative at our craft stations, where you can make a paper fan peacock and a paper Diwali lamp. The fun doesn’t stop there – enjoy balloon art, face painting and henna tattoos throughout the evening. Join us for an unforgettable celebration that brings the spirit of India to life!

*Please note that only Glassell Hall, Grand Hall, and Sundial will be available during this event. All other exhibits will be closed to the public.

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Experience an exciting adventure at HMNS @ Sugar Land as you unravel a mystery and hunt for a priceless treasure. Join the quest to solve the Mystery of the Mayan Medallion by following the clues left behind by archaeologists who vanished from an excavation site in Palenque, Mexico. Along the way, take a break at our craft station and unleash your creativity by crafting a vibrant Mexican mirror.

Don’t miss this thrilling journey into the heart of ancient mysteries!

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Experience serenity amidst the oceanic wonders of Glassell Hall. Roll out your yoga mat and let the soothing guidance of our instructor, Auhona Hoq, transport you to a state of nirvana. After the session, indulge in a complimentary cup of juice from Juiceland and take a leisurely stroll through our newly renovated exhibit, Matter & Motion. Join us for an evening of tranquility and rejuvenation.

*This class is suitable for all levels of yogis, including beginners.

*Yoga mats are not provided.

This member event is exclusively for Supporting level (Discoverer + Benefactor) and H.P. Attwater Society members. You can add up to two tickets to your cart, and your benefits will be automatically applied at no additional cost. For any extra tickets, the cost is $100 per ticket.

Gear up to enjoy a soulful night as we celebrate the sound of Motown at this year’s annual Supporter Soiree! Join us for a sophisticated evening filled with the timeless tunes of the 60s, featuring the Community Music Center of Houston. Indulge in delectable bites, smooth libations and live music, and don’t forget to capture the essence of the evening at our 360 photo booth. This celebration of the enduring magic and soulful melodies of Motown shouldn’t be missed!

*Event is 21 and up only

Want to receive two free tickets to our exclusive Supporters Soiree for free? Upgrade to Discoverer or Benefactor level today.

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Chemistry isn’t just for the lab—it’s also for those delightful moments shared over breakfast with friends! Join us for our next Senior Social, where we’ll celebrate the wonders of science with a tour of our exciting new exhibit, Matter & Motion, and an engaging science demonstration from our knowledgeable docents. While you await your tour, savor a cup of freshly brewed coffee and indulge in an array of delicious treats. Come explore the fascinating world of science in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s the perfect blend of learning and leisure—don’t miss out!

*This event is 50 and up only, no children allowed.

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