Science on Tap

Hop in for an afternoon of brews, food, and science while supporting a good cause!

This event features over 30 local breweries from around Central Florida who will be sampling some of their best brews. Sip your way through interactive science demos, enjoy live music, challenge your friends at fun lawn games, and enjoy a few of our favorite local food trucks offering tasty treats available for purchase.

Proceeds from this event enable Orlando Science Center to inspire science learning for life through engaging experiences that build important skills and illustrate the power of science to address real world challenges. Thank you for your support!

Win an All-Expense Paid Trip* 

Science on Tap is made possible in part by support from our friends at Land Rover Orlando, who are also providing unforgettable opportunity to festival guests. Join us at the event for your chance to win an all-expense paid trip to Vermont and have a true Land Rover experience! From airfare and rideshare to a stay at the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa to an exclusive adventure at the Vermont Land Rover Experience Center, the lucky winner is sure to have a fantastic experience. It's time to see what's possible through science and innovation!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. This event is open to all ages, but minors must be supervised at all times.

Minors 16 years or older must have a valid "Designated Driver/No Alcohol" ticket and be with a paying 21+ guest to enter.

Minors must be supervised at all times. Unsupervised minors will be required to leave the area.

All attendees with a beer sampling ticket must bring valid identification. IDs will be checked and entrance will be denied without proper identification, even with a valid ticket.

All attendees with a beer sampling ticket must have valid identification. IDs will be checked and entrance will be denied without proper identification, even with a valid ticket.

Paid parking will be very limited in the OSC Garage. Free parking is available at the AdventHealth McRae Garage at 2424 McRae Avenue. We encourage all guests sampling beer to bring a designated driver, or use ride-share services or taxis for safe travel. 

Limited parking also available at: 
AdventHealth Urology: 1812 Mills Ave, Orlando
Magruder Eye Institute: 1911 North Mills Ave, Orlando

Science on Tap Parking Map

Tickets are available the day of the event - purchase tickets here. All ticket purchases will be processed immediately on-site.

Licensed service animals are the only pets allowed entry to the event.

The event is hosted outside in a grassy field, so we suggest dressing according to weather conditions. Casual attire is recommended.

While sampling brews, you can also enjoy fun science demonstrations, exciting lawn games, a 360° photobooth, good music, and opportunities to learn more about brewing your own beer at home!

Food will be available for purchase on-site from a variety of participating food trucks.

Alcohol will not be available for purchase at Science on Tap. Admission includes beer samples provided by over thirty participating breweries. VIP tickets include two 12oz beer pours of your choice. 

Last call will be at 3:30 pm We suggest arriving at your designated ticket time to ensure adequate time to sample beers from over thirty participating breweries.

Presenting Sponsor

Land Rover Orlando

Supporting Sponsors

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Arts & Cultural Affairs Orange County Government Florida Logo
Orlando City Soccer / Orlando Pride logos
Spotlight Energy Logo
Threat Locker Logo

Community Partners

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SAAZ Logo
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Thank You to Our Event Partners

3 Mavins Logo
Abita Logo
Ace Cider Company logo
Alcatraz Brewing Logo
Big Storm Brewing logo
Bone Hook Logo
Boston Beer Co. Logo
Brewlando Logo
Cigar City Brewing Logo
Crooked Can Brewing Logo
Dees Brothers Brewery Logo
Funky Buddha
Green Bench Brewing Logo
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Heineken logo
Home State Brewing Logo
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Logo
Keel Farms logo
Leader Brewing Logo
Orange County Brewers Logo
Park Brewing Logo
Persimmon Hollow logo
Redlight Redlight logo
Sanford Brewing logo
Sierra Nevada logo
Sun King Brewery Logo
Ten 10 Brewing logo
The Tank Brewing logo
Three Odd Guys Brewing Logo
White Claw Logo
Windermere Brewing Logo
World of Beer logo
Yuengling logo

Take a break in-between beer sampling and enjoy some good eats!

Atlanta Peach Wings Logo
Cholo Dogs Logo - Original Mexican Hotdogs
Kappys Logo
Orlando Parking Lot Party Logo
Phat Ash Bakes logo
Red Panda Noodles Logo

How to get involved!

Are you a brewery or distributor and want to showcase your best brews?

Download the form below or contact Helen Tillem at 407.514.2290 or htillem@osc.org.

Science on Tap: Brewer Form

*Visa gift card will be provided to the winner for airfare and rideshare in the amount of $950. Gift Certificate for the Vermont Land Rover Experience Center will be provided to the winner in the amount of $1,350. Gift Certificate for the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa in Manchester Village, VT will be provided to the winner in the amount of $1,700. Total value $4,000. No purchase or payment is necessary to enter or win. Taxes not included.  1 winner per household. No cash value. Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Void where prohibited or restricted by law or regulation. See dealer for details. Expires 1/22/24. 1 winner will be selected. Drawing to be conducted on or before 2/15/24. Winner will be notified by email and must reply within 7 days.