October 19th
Sip & Science: Fright Night is October 19th from 6pm-9pm. Stop in for a spell and have a blast. We’ll have a spooky scavenger hunt that will take you all over the grounds of our haunted museum, a Slime Station where you can make your own ghastly concoctions, even a Mad Lab where you can guess what our Mad Scientists have cooked up and hidden in each box, if you dare. Monkey brains? Or simply spaghetti? You won’t know unless you dive in with both hands…for those feeling a little squeamish, you can stop by the sciPad and play Halloween trivia or head to the museum gallery to paint your own mini pumpkin to display at home. Don’t forget to don a costume for your chance to win our costume contest, complete with prizes!
Early bird pricing: Members $25 Nonmembers $30. Day of pricing: Members $30 Nonmembers $35. Ticket price includes admission, access to regular and special museum exhibits, drink tickets for adult beverages (beer and a specialty cocktail), and food. Guests age 21+ (IDs will be checked at the door). Get more details here.
October 19th
October 29th
Planetarium Special Feature: Spooky Secrets, is October 29th with shows at 5, 6 and 7pm. Come dressed in Halloween costumes, get your Trick-or-Treat candy, and prepare to be scared! We’re ready to celebrate Halloween under the night sky in our inflatable planetarium. Join us for a fun and scary night of monster stories, inspired by our planets, moons, and stars. Join our 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. show for family-friendly stories about the creepy creatures of mythology hidden in the night sky. These showings are appropriate for ages 5 and up. Our 7 p.m. Spooktacular Show is more appropriate for ages 8 and up as the tales told during this show are spookier. All shows last approximately 45 minutes.
Seating is limited and very popular. We encourage purchasing your tickets in advance, as this is a first come, first served event. Please call 850-664-1261, stop by the Science Center, or use our online ticketing option to purchase your tickets.
November 1st, 2nd and 3rd
The 36th Annual Thunderbird Intertribal Powwow is November 1st, 2nd & 3rd at at the Twin Oaks Park, Corner of FL Highway 85N & College Boulevard, Niceville Florida. Spend the day with craft makers, singers, dancers, flute players, storytellers, and exhibits.
Schedule of Events Friday
Children’s Day: 9am – 2pm; Powwow: 7pm Grand Entry; Intertribal Dancing into the night
Saturday
Craft Competition: 10am – 11am; Grand Entry & Opening Ceremonies: Noon, followed by Intertribal, Exhibition, Competition Dancing until 5 pm
Night Grand Entry: 7pm followed by Intertribal, Social, & Exhibitions into the night
Sunday
Church Service: 10am-11am: at the Arena
Grand Entry: Noon, followed by Intertribal Dancing, Dance Exhibitions, Competitions Winners until 4pm
ADMISSION: Powwow: $5; $3 – Age 12 and younger Children’s Day: $3
Intertribal Dancing –– Storytelling – Traditional Drums and Singers – Handcrafted, Authentic Native Crafters from all over the United States – Exhibits – Demonstrators – Something for everyone
VA Mobile Counseling Center will be on site to provide non-medical re-adjustment counseling.
Host Hotel: QUALITY INN, 101 Hwy 85 N, Niceville, FL, US, 32578
Special POWWOW Rates Available!
Phone: (850) 678-8077 Fax: (850) 729-1254
NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ALLOWED. Service Animals Only.
Sponsored by
The Eglin National American Indian Heritage Month Committee & the Thunderbird Intertribal Council, Inc
A 501 c 3 Tax Charitable Organization
For more information, call/text Kirby Locklear 850-217-6103
This is a private organization. It is not a part of the Department of Defense or any of its components and it has no governmental status.
May 3, 2025
The 3rd Annual Bay Area Health & Wellness Expo is Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Props Hammock Bay at 1799 Great Hammock Bend in Freeport. Don’t miss the chance to support your local community. Connect with important resources available to our community from local businesses, non-profit organizations, healthcare facilities and so much more. The expo will feature nutrition and exercise education, free screenings, alternative health and wellness professionals, interactive promoting fitness and health, family services, senior services, and guest speakers. Proceeds benefit Make Your Mark for the Lupus Foundation of America. For more info, email [email protected]
