Atlanta Science Festival Returns for 2026!

The Wonderful World of Science at the Atlanta Science Festival

Held from March 7-21, budding scientists and their families will love the Atlanta Science Festival. Visit atlantasciencefestival.org for the full schedule of events, including locations, times and admission fees. Advanced registration for events may be required.

Festival Highlights

Celebrate STEAM at Georgia Tech
Join scientists, engineers and students for interactive activities on neuroscience, aerospace engineering, robotics and more. Free admission. March 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Amped Up: The Physics of Rock & Roll at School of Rock – Woodstock
Learn about the physics of sound before an extra fun jam session transforming theory into a show. March 7, 10:05-11:30 a.m. $35.

Fernbank Goes Wild at Fernbank Science Center
Uncover fascinating creatures, carnivorous plants and vibrant gardens with hands-on science challenges. Free admission. March 7, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Flight Lab: Build, Test, Fly! at Decatur Makers
Get hands-on experience with lift, drag, thrust and gravity by building paper gliders, testing contraptions and more. March 8, 2-5 p.m. $5.

Astronomy of Star Wars at GSU Perimeter College – Dunwoody Campus
Explore your favorite fictional universe with cosplayers and aliens from across the galaxy. Free admission. March 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Now You See It: Light, Illusions, and the Science of Seeing at GSU Perimeter College – Clarkston Campus
Discover how light behaves and optical illusions work. Free admission. March 11, 1-2 p.m.

PDK’s Aviation Day at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport
From flight simulators, aircraft builds, air traffic control demonstrations and more, kids will explore aviation with hands-on activities. Free admission. March 13, 9:30, 10:40 and 11:50 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Animals in Motion: Biomechanics Day at Zoo Atlanta
Celebrate the diversity of animals from around the world with live demonstrations and presentations. March 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $25.70-$32.30.

Math N’ More Annual Pi Day at MLK Jr. Recreation and Aquatic Center
This carnival-style event features hands-on activities, math games, contests and more. Free admission. March 14, 2-6 p.m.

Flying into the Future at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Learn more about flying animals with Wings to Soar, and enjoy crafts and activities that will test your STEAM knowledge. March 15, noon-4 p.m. $20.

Sprouting Scientists at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Toddlers will discover the fabulous world of plants and animals at hands-on learning stations. March 17, 10 a.m.-noon. $27.95-$29.95; ages 3-12, $24.95-$26.95; ages 2 and younger, free.

STEMFEST at Oglethorpe University
Interactive STEM activities focused on chemistry, biology, physics and more. Free admission. March 19, 6-8 p.m.

Science Discovery Day at Morehouse College
Dive into biology, psychology and more for a day of discovery. Free admission. March 20, 4-6 p.m.

Chemistry Bonanza Demo Show at Emory University
See exciting chemistry reactions and demonstrations, including cloud formations, fireballs and more. March 20, 5-6:30 p.m. $5.

Exploration Expo at Piedmont Park

The culmination of this amazing festival is this free, interactive science event with 100 hands-on booths from local organizations, universities and companies. Touch a human brain! Print your own bones with a 3-D printer! Look inside a jet engine! Control a robot with your brain! Meet frogs, lizards and snakes! Free admission. March 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.