Community Day - Free admission
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Tips for a Great Visit
Community Day - September 25, 2011
Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, we've pulled together these handy tips to help you make your way through the Science Centre - and make the most of your Community Day visit.
Special Events for Community Day
Before you come, check our Web Calendar to find out what's on and plan your visit. Download our Guide Map to orient yourself. When you arrive, pick up the Guide Map and the "What's-On flyer" for complete Community Day program information and demonstration times.
NOTE: Community Day admission is free. If you have prepaid tickets for September 25th, find one of our admissions staff to assist you. Individuals and groups who have pre-paid for admission will also be contacted by our call-centre staff the week of September 19th, 2011.
Speedier Parking
Parking is $10 (Members: $5, Gold Members: Free). We accept cash, debit and credit card.
For the most comfortable day, take the TTC—this saves you the hassle of waiting for parking, since the lots fill up quickly. It's easy to get here - click for directions.
About Strollers and Wheelchairs
Strollers and wheelchairs are available free of charge, in limited numbers (first-come, first-served) and can be picked up at Level 2 school group area.
For more about Science Centre accessibility including our Access Guide for Visually Impaired Persons, click here.
Drop Off Your Stuff
Be sure to have loonies ($1 coins) on hand for the lockers on Level 2, entrance building.
Beat the Crowds
The Science Centre is a very popular place, especially on Community Day, one of our busiest days of the year. Peak crowds are from 10 am - 2 pm.
The Science Centre is a large complex of buildings spread over 6 levels (1=Top and 6=Bottom). Level 6 is the largest level with the greatest variety of exhibits and experiences. We suggest you go to Level 6 first and then work your way back up to the front of the building. If you have any questions or need help please ask any Science Centre Host or staff person in a white or green lab coat.
Catching a Film? Beat the Lineup!
NOTE: IMAX® Dome Films are not included with our free admission on Community Day.
If you plan to see a film, please arrive at the Science Centre 60-90 minutes before your show time at the OMNIMAX Theatre. If you have purchased your IMAX® Dome Film tickets in advance over the phone (416-696-1000) or on our website you can pick them up at the Membership desk in the front lobby. If you wish to buy IMAX® Dome Film tickets when you arrive, you can do so at the regular admissions counter.
Beat the lines and guarantee the films you want, when you want.
- Check IMAX® Dome Film times
- Buy IMAX® Dome Film tickets online now OR by phone - 416-696-1000
Members
Members, skip the lines! Members who are picking up tickets for IMAX® films can go directly to the Membership desk in the front lobby. Tickets can also be booked in advance by phone at 416-696-1000 (phone order processing fee waived for members).
Had a great time? You'll want to come back. Become a Member! Members get free admission, and amazing discounts on parking, special exhibitions, film tickets and much more.
Finding Food
You can purchase food at a number of different locations, including the Lobby Cafe and the Great Hall kiosk on Level 2, the KidSpark kiosk on Level 4 and a selection of meals at the Valley Marketplace Restaurant on Level 6.
Check out our value-priced meals for $5.49 + tax, available at the Valley Market Place and all food kiosks. Also look for our "Electric Blue Popcorn" for $2.49 + tax. So cool!
Members save 20% on food purchases - remember to show your membership card.
If you bring your own lunch, please use the RBC Foundation Lunch Room or the Gemini Room, located near the entrance building on Level 2.
Finding Washrooms
Public washrooms, family washrooms, baby care rooms and special needs washrooms are located throughout the building. For complete details, download the Guide Map.
Finding Staff
You'll find our friendly staff on every level. Look for the folks wearing white or green lab coats or our security staff in the grey shirts.
Lost Children
Tell children that if they get lost, they should talk to someone in a white or green lab coats or our security staff in the grey shirts. Our staff will then help them find their parents or take them to one of the designated Lost Children stations located at the Information Desks at the Level 1 and Level 2 entrances.
Contact Us with a Special Need or Request
If you have a special need or request that you would like to let us know about you can contact us in advance of your visit at 416-696-1000 or by email at Contact.Centre@OntarioScienceCentre.ca.
We hope you have a great, fun and inspiring visit on Community Day. If we can do anything to assist you just let us know!
Download a copy of our Guide Map. An Access Guide for Visually Impaired Persons is also available. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document.
