Screech at the REACH
Screech Week at the REACH 2026
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.
Two Ways to Experience Screech Week
STEAM Workshop: Spooky Science
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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 built for kids who love to ask “why?”
Screech at the REACH
Friday, October 23, 2026
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.
What Is Screech Week?
Screech Week is a REACH Museum tradition that connects Halloween with real science and the natural world around us.
Instead of sugar-fueled chaos, we focus on:
- Curiosity over candy
- Discovery over distraction
- Real-world science tied to our region
From nocturnal animals to the unique landscape of the Columbia Basin, Screech Week helps kids (and adults) see the “spooky” side of nature in a whole new way.
Designed for Curious Kids & Families
Whether you’re raising a future scientist or just looking for something different to do in October, Screech Week delivers:
- Hands-on, engaging learning experiences
- Age-appropriate activities for elementary-aged kids
- A safe, welcoming environment for families
- A uniquely local take on Halloween
Plan Ahead
Mark your calendar and stay tuned—full event details, activities, and admission information will be released soon.
STEAM Workshop: Spooky Science
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Screech at the REACH
Friday, October 23, 2026
Why It Matters
At the REACH Museum, everything we do is rooted in place.
Screech Week connects Halloween to the real stories of the Mid-Columbia—its wildlife, its landscape, and the science that shapes it all.
Because the more you understand the world around you… the less scary it becomes—and the more fascinating it is.
Activities
FUN ACTIVITIES & CRAFTS!
Click HERE to see our list of activities!
Videos
EXPLORE THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF HALLOWEEN CREATURES!
Click HERE to view the videos!
Meet our Screech Partners - Past & Present
