Mad Scientist Bash

January 31, 2026

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center Education Foundation Ambassadors proudly present the 8th annual Mad Scientists Bash where geek is chic! This scientific nerdfest will include live music, themed cuisine, and laboratory-inspired libations, and will sure to be “Mad Fun.” The event sells out quickly. Hurry to claim your sponsorship!

Know Before You Go

We look forward to welcoming you to the 2026 Mad Scientist Bash, where Geek is Chic on January 31 at 6 pm at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Please see the information below for a timeline of the evening’s events.

Date: Saturday, January 31. Doors open at 6 pm.
Parking and Registration:
- Please park in the main museum near the Davidson Center and enter through the Apollo Courtyard.
- Registration will be right inside the National Geographic entrance.
VIP Reception: 6 – 7 pm
- Enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, wine, and good company.
- A Guest Speaker from the FBI will give our science update on Cyber Security.
Bash: 7 – 10 pm
- Fabulous buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres
- Premier Party Band
- Live auction
Attire: Snappy Casual or Mad Scientist Attire

Email Deborah with questions

Auction Sneak Peek

Get ready to bid! Here’s a sneak peek of the auction packages below:

It’s a Marvelous Night for a Moondance

Tickets for 6 to Dyer Observatory, Bluebird on the Mountain Concert, a hotel room gift card, lunch for two at Amerigo, dinner for two at J. Alexander’s and a gift basket.

Starting bid $500

Giant Steps Are What You Take Walking on the Moon

Alabama Bucket List Adventure Card Pack – Burritt on the Mountain Fun Pass, Chuck’s Fish, Cinema 15, Early Works, Elite Boutique, Escapology, Jack Brown’s, Lola’s, Lanier Tea Room, Main Street, Mane Event, Nitro Tails, Poppy & Parliament, U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Tom Browns, and XGolf

Starting Bid $400

Starry, Starry Night

14 karat gold and aquamarine bracelet paired with gift cards from Terrame and Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill.

Starting Bid $900

Good Morning Starshine

This experience includes a gift certificate towards a stay-cay at Timberline Glamping in Huntsville, AL in addition to some upgrades such as propane fire kit.

Starting Bid $300

You’re a Shining Star No Matter Who You Are

Host your friends to a marvelous Mahjong match. Includes EITHER a Mimosas & Munchies brunch OR a Margaritas & Mexican snacks evening lesson, game play instruction (as needed), and some awesome Mahjong gear.

Starting Bid $400

Are the Stars Out Tonight

Take a four-night break by the beach in lovely Pensacola, Florida

Starting Bid $500

Fly Me to the Moon

Live INTUITIVE® Planetarium show for 20 with wine and hors d’oeuvres

Starting Bid $2000