Screech Week at the REACH Museum
October 17, 2026 to October 23, 2026
Overview
Screech Week at the REACH
October 17–23, 2026
Curious Creatures. Spooky Science. Nighttime Adventure.
Get ready for a week of eerie fun, hands-on discovery, and the wild side of the Mid-Columbia.
Screech Week at the REACH brings together science, nature, and just the right amount of spooky—designed for curious kids and families who want more than candy and costumes.
STEAM Workshop: Spooky Science
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Kick off Screech Week with a hands-on workshop exploring the strange, surprising, and slightly spooky side of science. From unexpected reactions to curious natural phenomena, this workshop is designed for kids who love to ask, “Why?”
Little Explorers: Hooray for Bats!
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 10:15–11:15 AM
Young explorers will discover the fascinating world of bats through stories, songs, movement, and a hands-on activity. Learn why these nighttime animals are important to our environment—and why they are not as scary as they may seem.
Screech at the REACH
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 5:30–8:00 PM
The Tri-Cities’ signature Halloween experience returns.
Explore the creatures of the night, discover how animals survive after dark, and experience the mystery of the Hanford Reach region in a whole new way. This is where nature, science, and Halloween come together.
REACH Member Early Access: 5:30–6:00 PM
Open to the General Public: 6:00–8:00 PM
