Science Trivia Night at NCMNS in Raleigh: Test Your Brain, Win Bragging Rights
Smart questions, cold drinks, and one very competitive table of friends.
Shannon
February 25, 2026
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What’s cooler than absolute zero? Science Trivia Night at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. On Thursday, March 5 from 7–8 PM, the first-floor Daily Planet Cafe transforms into a friendly battleground of brainpower. Expect a lively mix of science facts, current discoveries, pop culture, and “wait, I actually knew that!” moments.
The Museum closes at 5 PM, but the cafe stays open—so grab a drink, gather your trivia crew, and claim those bragging rights. Prizes are on the line, but eternal glory is priceless.
This isn’t sponsored (if it were, we’d probably be studying flashcards right now). It’s just a solid excuse to feel smart on a Thursday. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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