Join us for an extraordinary night of science fun!
Entire event planned for you!
Science Show!
Hands-on activities!
IMAX® Film!
DJ / PJ Party!
A unique indoor camping experience!
We have FUN down to a science! Become one of the more than 51,000 participants who have experienced the thrill of the Ontario Science Centre after dark!
- What Sleepovers are offered?
- What else do I need to know?
- How much does it cost?
- How do I apply?
- How to contact us?
What Sleepovers are offered?
NEW Sleepover Theme for 2011
BOLTS, JOLTS and VOLTS
Everything Engineering
Spark your enthusiasm for engineering as you explore our exhibits and take part in exciting hands-on, badge-related activities. Connect with electricity and get your lemon juices flowing in “Circuit Training”; build on your knowledge of structures at “Tower Power”; hold on tight as you take flight in the “Delta Dart Dash”; get geared up for simple machines at the “Fun Factory”; and get a hair-raising experience and see “Watts Up” at the Electricity Demonstration. Top off your Everything Engineering evening by dancing the electric slide at the DJ/PJ party!
Your Sleepover includes: admission and free parking to the Science Centre for the evening of your event and the following day; an IMAX® film; age-specific, hands-on science activities; a science show; the exploration of hundreds of interactive experiences; a late-night DJ/PJ party; an evening snack and morning breakfast to keep everyone fueled for fun; souvenir Sleepover crest; AND sleeping over at the Ontario Science Centre!
The souvenir Sleepover crest, given to each participant on Sunday at breakfast time at the end of the Sleepover, entitles the bearer to free admission to the Science Centre for that day.
All Sleepovers include an evening snack and breakfast, an IMAX film and admission to the Science Centre the following day.
| Date | Groups |
|---|---|
| Saturday, February 12, 2011 | Sparks, Brownies & Guides |
| Saturday, February 26, 2011 | Beavers, Cubs & Scouts* |
| Saturday, March 5, 2011 | Sparks, Brownies & Guides |
| Saturday, April 2, 2011 | Sparks, Brownies & Guides |
| Saturday, April 16, 2011 | Beavers, Cubs & Scouts* |
| Saturday, April 30, 2011 | Families and all groups* |
*Open to Scouts Canada, Girl Guides of Canada, other recreational groups, schools and families.
Participation in the “BOLTS, JOLTS and VOLTS: Everything Engineering” Sleepover will qualify:
- SPARKS for the Exploring and Experimenting Keeper
- BROWNIES for the Key to STEM Interest Badge: Making Things Go
- GUIDES for the Engineering Badge
- CUBS for the Individual or Pack Specialty Badge: Engineering
- SCOUTS for the Engineering Badge
- ALL FAMILIES AND GROUPS for a Sleepover crest
Sleepover Customer Quotes:
"We travelled over 3 hours to get here – so worth the drive! We loved it!"
"Thanks for everything. The leaders and volunteers were awesome."
"The event was well organized with lots of assistance."
What else do I need to know?
SAMPLE AGENDA
| Evening Program | |
|---|---|
| 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. | Check-In |
| 5:30 - 5:45 p.m. | Program Begins |
| 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | IMAX Film |
| 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Hands-on Activities |
| 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Science Show |
| 9:00 - 10:30 p.m. | Exhibit Exploration |
| 10:30 - 11:00 p.m. | Sleeping Area Orientation |
| 11:00 - 11:45 p.m. | Late-Night DJ/PJ Party |
| 12:00 a.m. | Bedtime - Lights Out! |
| Morning Program | |
| 6:45 - 7:00 a.m. | Wake Up |
| 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. | Exhibit Exploration |
| 9:00 a.m. | Sleepover Program Ends |
| 10:00 a.m. | Science Centre Re-Opens |
Sleepover dates, agenda, film and program contents are subject to change without notice.
Sleeping Areas
Sleeping areas throughout the Ontario Science Centre are assigned by the Sleepover program staff and cannot be selected. Washrooms are readily accessible for changing. Please note that we do not have shower facilities and, in true sleepover fashion, all participants will bunk down on the floor to sleep.
Please note: Most sleeping areas are not carpeted and exhibits are not completely dark due to emergency lighting.
Supervision and Security
- Group Leaders/Organizers are responsible for supervision of their participants.
- The minimum supervision ratio is one adult, leader or supervisor to eight children.
- The Ontario Science Centre has special emergency procedures and protocols for overnight events. All Sleepover participants are trained in fire-drill procedures at the beginning of the night.
- Security staff and Sleepover program staff remain in the building throughout the night.
Attention Girl Guide Leaders: Download a pre-filled Girl Guides of Canada Emergency Response Plan (SG.4) and the Emergency Response Guidelines Appendix D. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document. We've taken care of the sections relating to the Ontario Science Centre for you!
per person
How much does it cost?
$54 per person.
Groups of any size may register for a Sleepover. All groups or families must have at least one adult (19+ years old) and meet the supervision ratio of one adult to eight children.
Price includes all applicable taxes. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply. The Sleepover program is offered as a complete package only with no program substitutions.
How do I apply?
Online application form and our new Sleepover brochure will be available in the fall. Please bookmark our Sleepover web page and check back then!
How to contact us?
Email: sleepovers@osc.on.ca
Phone: 416-696-3256
Office Hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday
24 hour voice mail
Fax: 416-696-3139
Mail:
Recreational Programs
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Road
Toronto ON M3C 1T3