Planet Ice Chill-abration
Saturday, February 7, 2026 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join us for a morning of icy excitement and frosty fun as we officially open Planet Ice! Brrrr-ing your sense of discovery and enjoy hands-on activities and crafts that explore the wonders of frozen worlds, ancient creatures, and the science of climate and conservation. From glacier landscapes to Ice Age megafauna, this immersive exhibit brings the chill to Atlanta.
Included with general admission and FREE for members.
Scheduled Activities*
Planet Ice | Special Exhibit Hall
Cold Climate Adaptation Challenge | Great Hall
Test your knowledge by matching cold‑climate adaptations to the animals that depend on them.
Pop Quiz | Great Hall
How much do you know about snow?
Snow Flakery Makery | Great Hall
Learn that snowflakes, like you, are unique and special while designing your own!
Ice Crystal Microscopy | Great Hall
Take a closer look at winter’s tiniest wonders under a microscope!
Snow Hole | Terrace, outside
Put your skills to the test, just in time for the Olympics!
Frozen Frigid Fun | Frances Wood Wilson Foundation Auditorium
10:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m.
Learn all about how extreme cold effects everyday materials
Boo Bubbles Demonstrations | Great Hall
A visual experiment using dry ice and soap bubbles to demonstrate gas expansion, temperature effects and phase changes.
Sub-Zero Smash | Great Hall
A dramatic liquid nitrogen activity showcasing the effects of extreme cold on ordinary items.
*Activities are available starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 1 p.m. All are subject to change without notice. Auditorium programming is first come, first seated. No late seating or saving seats, please.
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PARKING
Parking is limited at Fernbank and may not be available. Please be prepared to potentially park offsite and walk, or to use ride share. Please see the map below for directions to an additional parking option:
