This is event is completely FREE and open to the public! No registration or tickets required. Come on down and join us for a day filled with 100+ hands-on activities, stage performances and more! Great for all ages, pre-K to gray!
County Parks and Recreation - Live Well San Diego
Our rangers will be showing specimens of San Diego’s common animal species. Participants will be able to touch animal pelts, see real taxidermy and learn about local wildlife! Our Animal Ambassador Raptor Team will also be onsite. Learn what these birds of prey look like up close, where they live, what they eat, how they hunt and what survival skills they’ve picked up over time, to help them thrive in San Diego’s diverse environments.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Animals, Biology, Environment, Zoology
RaicesCyber
We will have a table with tablecloth, swag, cards, tri-fold for students of cybersecurity.Ages: High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Cybersecurity
TOOTRiS
10x10 booth that will have two 8ft high x 5ft wide banners as a backdrop. We'll also do a 'Bubble Science Station' where kids can experiment with blowing bubbles and learning about shapes and air. We'll have wants of difference sizes and encourage them to observe the sizes effect the shapes that form. We may also include a touchscreen display or laptops.
Ages: Pre-K, Families | Topics: Earth Science, Energy
Living Coast Discovery Center
Our booth will have biofacts about local wildlife, information about our programs, an activity about food sorting, and an animal ambassador.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Animals, Biology, Earth Science, Ecology, Education, Environment, Zoology
Hands-On Technology Education
TBD
(Please use 2023 booth description in the interim - Meeting Friday 1/31 to finalize)
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, Educator Specific | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Coding, Computers, Design, Education, Engineering, Robotics
Maravai LifeSciences Foundation
Delicious DNA! Build a model of a double helix and learn how the backbone and base pairs come together in our DNA. The best part – you can eat it when you’re done!
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School | Topics: Biology
US Army Recruiting
Two tables with multiple interactive elements including a career navigation tool, pullup bar, swag giveaways and a Register-To-Win Nintendo Switch with the goal of connecting with HS students to outline Army Career Pathways in STEAM.
Ages: High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Accounting and Finance, Architecture, Art, Biology, Biotech, Clinical Sciences, Coding, Computers, Construction, Content Management, Cybersecurity, Design, Earth Science, Ecology, Education, Energy, Engineering, Environment, Forensics, Healthcare, Legal, Marketing, Math, Medicine, Microbiology, Microgravity Research, Navigation, Optics, Photonics and Lasers, Psychological Science, Robotics, Video, Web Designing
America's Navy
Now’s your chance to sail on an aircraft carrier — the Strike Group is in your area! Play our new virtual reality game All Hands, learn about Navy missions around the world and chat with real Sailors. See you at San Diego Science and Engineering Festival 2025!
Ages: Families, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Biology, Clinical Sciences, Coding, Computers, Construction, Cybersecurity, Earth Science, Energy, Engineering, Environment, Healthcare, Medicine, Microbiology, Navigation, Nuclear Fusion, Psychological Science, Robotics, Weather
Que Buena 106.5 FM and Amor 102.9 FM
Que Buena 106.5 FM and Amor 102.9 FM local radio stations broadcast in Spanish to the San Diego community. This year we are proud to bring an exciting and engaging interactive experience to the San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering.
Ages: Families | Topics: Marketing
Eddie Teaches IT
Related to coding / cybersecurityAges: High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Coding, Computers, Cybersecurity, Web Designing
Frostbite Frenzy
Explore pressure and states of matter, with dry ice as the star of the show! You'll go crazy for our insane cup popper and dry ice bubbles! Learn about sublimation and increasing pressure, ending with silly explosions! Careful! Don't get frostbite!Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School | Topics: Earth Science
STEM-Driven Aerial Innovation: Promo Drone's Impact on Advertising and Public Safety
Promo Drone is revolutionizing the way businesses advertise and how public safety agencies operate through its innovative drone technology. In this presentation, we explore how advancements in STEM fields contribute to the creation of cutting-edge aerial solutions like the Starling X.2 drone, which delivers interactive and eco-friendly advertising while enhancing public safety operations. Through real-world examples and success stories, we demonstrate the transformative power of STEM education.Ages: High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Robotics
Physics-based
We will illustrate some fundamental science concepts from nuclear fusion research using lively demonstrations in electromagnetism, states of matter (liquid nitrogen), differential pressure, and more. We will encourage yearning to learn and discuss large-scale energy needs and the possibility of fusion on earth as an energy basis.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Energy, Engineering, Space
Lilly
Lilly will offer a series of hands-on, interactive or observational learning opportunities for a diverse audience, primarily (not exclusively) targeting grad and middle school. Attendees will walk through different learning stations revolving around the concepts of molecule structure and function, and the effect of their modifications in biological models. Temporary tattoos or other giveaways will be available.
Ages: Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biology, Biotech
Booz Allen Hamilton
TBD ; please request information from Ryan Golmassian
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Cybersecurity
U.S. Naval Academy
Midshipmen from the United States Naval Academy mentor you through your choice of several hands-on, interactive science and engineering modules for all ages. The diverse subject matter planned includes a range of STEM topics including chemistry, logic and buoyancy.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Art, Coding, Construction, Design, Energy, Engineering
ISACA San Diego
ISACA global is a nonprofit with 1800,000 members worldwide. ISACA provides educational and professional development resources to its members, and we represent the local ISACA San Diego chapter. We offer free memberships to students, and at the event we'll be giving literature, explaining who the organization is, what we offer. We are also available to help provide insights to anyone interested in a cybersecurity or cyber audit career.Ages: Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Cybersecurity
Promo Drone
N/A no booth. Live demo space only 25' perimeter
Ages: Families, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Robotics
GemKids by The Gemological Institute of America
We are planning to do microscopes, a paper jewelry design activity, a jewelry display, and free teacher resources.Ages: Families, Grade School, Educator Specific | Topics: Art, Design, Earth Science, Education, Geology
Air & Space Forces Association
Cyber Security Education Wheel and Slide presentation on current and historical CyberPatriot Competitions. Also information on the StellarXplorers Competition.Ages: Middle School, High School | Topics: Cybersecurity, Space
Biozenic LLC
Plant-education based booth consisting of a compost education station and live vertical living green wall demonstration.
Ages: Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Design, Earth Science, Engineering
Fleet Science Center
Fleet Science Center is on a mission to realize a San Diego where everyone is connected by the power of science to create a better future. We are a community-focused countywide organization that collaborates with educators, scientific organizations, community leaders and champions of a-ha moments. Join us and explore a world of possibility with hands-on learning for the entire family.
Ages: Families | Topics: Astronomy, Biology, Earth Science, Education, Engineering
Qualcomm
Qualcomm's booth with showcase multiple hands-on technical demos including generative AI, Copilot+, a human circuit, and more. Employees will chat with students about the many opportunities available to them in a STEM career, and show some of the day to day products that Qualcomm technology is in, that many people don't realize.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Coding, Computers, Engineering, Robotics
STARC Systems Inc
The Gold Standard in Temporary Containment
STARC Systems provides premium, reusable containment solutions designed for infection control, sound attenuation, and fire resistance. Our RealWall™, LiteBarrier™, and StackBarrier™ systems offer ICRA Class IV/V compliance, HCAI fire-rated options, and rapid, tool-free installation. Built for durability and sustainability, they reduce drywall waste while supporting TRUE certification goals. Visit us to see how STARC can simplify your next project.
Ages: College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Construction, Engineering, Healthcare
Genentech Inc.
Dive into the wonders of science and innovation at Genentech’s interactive STEM booth! Join us at the San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering to explore hands-on activities that bring science to life. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, our booth will feature exciting experiments and demonstrations designed to inspire the next generation of scientists. Discover how biotechnology is shaping the future and improving lives—stop by and spark your love for STEM!
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biotech
DRS Daylight Solutions
DRS Daylight Solutions is the world’s leading provider of best-in-class Molecular Detection and Imaging products based on mid-infrared laser technology.
Our booth will include a variety of displays and hands-on demonstrations all centered on the exciting field of Photonics.
WHAT IS PHOTONICS?
Photonics is the physical science of light waves. It deals with the science behind the generation, detection and manipulation of light.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Optics, Photonics and Lasers
Gensler
Come learn from architects how to design, draw and visualize your design in 2D and 3D. Bring your imagination and experience our booth featuring design technology and software, virtual reality and building blocks. All ages welcome.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Architecture, Design
National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) San Diego Chapter
A powerpoint presentation of NDIA STEM activities, demonstration of ground vehicles, undersea remotely operated vehicles (ROV), An Analog Sensor Acquisition System and a simulation of ROV maneuvers.
Students will be able to operate 3-4 joystick operated ground vehicles in a secure area behind our booth.
Ages: Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Education, Engineering, Robotics, Robotics Roundup
Neurocrine Biosciences
Super fun time to learn about the brain!
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biotech
University of California San Diego
Demos and science kits: Silicon Microlens - Turn Your Phone into a Microscope; Particle self-assembly based on polarization, spectrometer, and other demosAges: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Engineering
DPR Construction
Two Tables with our DPR Banner. We will have a few ipads preloaded with a BIM model of one of our construction jobsites that will also include a scavenger hunt game for the kids to navigate and find the items. We will also have a construction worker photo op station for kids to take pictures as a construction worker. We have been coordinating with Silvana to also bring in our DPR Inflatable crane, dimensions have been shared and approved.
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Architecture, Computers, Construction, Design, Engineering
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Custom booth size - 10' x 40' booth (includes 8 tables, 8 chairs)
Hands-on STEM activity: strawberry DNA extraction, centrifuge, DNA bracelets, photo opp
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech
Hologic
Would like the same location as previous years at Petco Park.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biology, Biotech
Illumina
Making genomics accessible is key to unlocking its potential to save and improve lives. Illumina is committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists, innovators, and trailblazers, empowering young learners to envision themselves at the forefront of scientific discovery.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Microbiology
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
We will be have a booth with three different stations with interactive activities at each station.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Engineering
National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) San Diego Chapter
A powerpoint presentation of NDIA STEM activities, demonstration of ground vehicles, undersea remotely operated vehicles (ROV), An Analog Sensor Acquisition System and a simulation of ROV maneuvers. Students will be able to operate 3-4 joystick operated ground vehicles in a secure area behind our booth.Ages: Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Education, Engineering, Robotics, Robotics Roundup
NXP Semiconductors
We plan to have some signage on the booth to show what NXP does. We will have 1-2 setups for student interaction. We will have an additional interactive activity related to code breaking that students can work on and take hom.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Coding, Cybersecurity, Design, Engineering
San Diego County Water Authority
The Water Authority will provide interactive, engaging water education information and activities for kids and families (more info TBD).
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Earth Science, Environment
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
The SDMTS will display the benefits of transit to our environment, and how public transportation is getting cleaner with our fleet electrification. We will also be offering general information on how to ride MTS, and how youth can ride public transit for free to school, extra curriculars, and wherever else they need to travel to within San Diego County.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Energy, Environment, Navigation
Galileo Learning LLC
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun, like silly skits, face painting and pie throwing. Grounded in the acclaimed Galileo Innovation Approach, our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills—including collaboration, perseverance and creative confidence—that last long after summer ends.
Our booth will showcase our 2025 project displays, swag & a TBC interactive project
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Design, Education
County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health & Quality
The interactive booth will allow attendees to better understand some of the County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health Programs. Interactive dry ice demonstrations are designed to help attendees better understand some of the chemical hazards faced by our emergency responders on the Hazardous Incident Response Team. Attendees will also be able to learn about the beach water quality monitoring program and the tools available to ensure their safety when entering recreational waters.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Ecology, Environment, Microbiology
San Diego County Library
San Diego County Library (SDCL) will demonstrate free library services, such as eBooks and audiobooks on apps like Libby, online learning tools, the library events calendar, and more. We will also offer free library card sign-ups as well as STEAM-themed books available for checkout.
Ages: Families | Topics: Education
County of San Diego Vector Control Program
With Live Well San Diego
We will have a collection of samples of the mosquito lifecycle to be viewed by microscope or magnifying glasses in order to learn about where mosquitoes come from. We typically try to bring some live samples when they are available. We have a mock back backyard setup to provide examples of places that can hold water and breed mosquitoes. This interactive display helps people understand how to prevent mosquitoes and bites and stay protected from diseases.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Entomology, Environment
I Love A Clean San Diego
ILACSD will provide resources related to environmental education on behalf of the City of San Diego. We'll have information about proper waste sorting and where/how to dispose of different types of items. We will have a game for people to sort items into: recycling, trash, and compost, including tricky items like aerosol cans, plastic wrappers, tissue paper, and sticky notes. Many people thoroughly enjoy playing this game and learning about why each item is disposed of a particular way.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Earth Science, Ecology, Education, Environment, Oceanography
Poway Unified School District
Poway Unified will feature multiple K-12 programs throughout the day and have different programs at different time slots throughout the day. Likely that we will have varied topics represented including our CTE programs, Each group will have simple, brief interactive activities for children that follow event rules & guidelines. PUSD has not finished confirming list of participants and let Howard Chan know that we can do that at a later date with the event liaison in charge of that.Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Accounting and Finance, Architecture, Biotech, Coding, Construction, Cybersecurity, Design, Earth Science, Education, Engineering, Environment, Healthcare, Marketing, Medicine, Robotics, Space, Video
The EcoLogik Institute
In collaboration with Traveling Miss T. (@travelingmisst on instagram), The EcoLogik Institute (based out of Cabrillo National Monument) presents Cabrillo National Monument math maps! Travel by coordinate plane to learn about the environment, wildlife, and history of Cabrillo National Monument. Students will also have to opportunity to try their hand at wildlife monitoring with simulated science activities led by real National Park Service biologists!Ages: Middle School, High School | Topics: Animals, Biology, Earth Science, Ecology, Education, Environment, Geology, Math, Navigation, Oceanography, Zoology
J. Craig Venter Institute
JCVI is at the forefront of genomics, striving to unravel the complexities of the biological world to improve global health. At our booth, explore how plastic accumulates in the food chain—from small fragments in microbes and other tiny organisms to fish and, eventually, us. Learn about how our scientists are tackling the problem of plastic pollution, the power of microbes, and the effect of both on the ocean. Join us for insights at the intersection of genomics and environmental challenges.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, Educator Specific | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Ecology, Environment, Microbiology
ASML
STEM booth activities TBD
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Coding, Computers, Engineering, Math, Optics, Photonics and Lasers, Robotics
KPBS Kids
KPBS Kids events across San Diego County consist of special visits by your favorite KPBS Kids television characters, story times, and hands-on activities that connect to program educational themes. Visit us to explore fun science, math, and literacy activities for the whole family, and learn how you can meet Clifford, Curious George, Daniel Tiger, Elinor Wonders Why, Molly of Denali, and other KPBS Kids friends at the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum and other locations this year!
Ages: Pre-K, Families | Topics: Animals, Art, Education, Environment, Math
Helen Woodward Animal Center
Explore how animals are classified by what they eat as well as how they eat with live animal presentations and encounters. Gain an understanding of the interconnectedness of different species on the food web, and participate in an activity that demonstrates a model food web what disruptions invasive species cause to it. In a classroom setting, the class would follow up with tracking and graphing the invasive species impact and brainstorm improvement methods.Ages: Pre-K, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Animals, Biology, Ecology, Environment, Zoology
Vividion Therapeutics
TBD
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Medicine
San Diego State University
Members of San Diego State University’s Cybersecurity Center for Research and Education (CCRE) will demonstrate the importance of cybersecurity to protect new technologies from hackers and safeguard the systems that power our nation. Learn directly from the SDSU researchers and innovators leading San Diego to new heights in STEM.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Cybersecurity
San Diego State University
San Diego State University representatives from science and engineering will provide engaging and interactive activities for students and families of all ages. Touch urchins wearing hats, code your own bracelet, build neurons out of pipe cleaners, explore the solar system in virtual reality and more! Learn directly from the SDSU researchers and innovators leading San Diego to new heights in STEAM.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Animals, Art, Astronomy, Biology, Coding, Earth Science, Ecology, Energy, Engineering, Environment, Oceanography, Psychological Science, Robotics, Space, Zoology
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
We will be having three different stations that will all connect with each other.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Education, Engineering
STEAM Concert With Music Notes
Join Music Notes, a team of former math teachers, for this unforgettable hip hop concert. Music Notes has traveled the country hosting assemblies for over 250,000 students and their videos have gathered over 2,000,000 views online. Their collection of STEAM-themed songs are sure to have attendees dancing and singing along.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Art, Biotech, Education, Engineering, Math, Video
Don't Try This At Home- Subzero Spectacular
Stand back, we're doing science! Discover how *cool* science can be! Join us for this high-energy performance filled with exciting science demos that are "too cool" to try at home!Ages: Families | Topics: Energy
Impalas Car Club
I bring my 1962 convertible Chevy Impala for display along with a table to showcase the hydraulic system. Four pesto pumps A RC car Canopy that has my banner - The Science of HydraulicsAges: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Navigation
Fire and ICE
Children of all ages will discover how hot and cold science can be as they take a journey through the world of Fire & Ice! Experience chemical reactions that will "magically" make things disappear and reveal the secret properties of special gases! Explore the states of matter and watch in amazement as we demonstrate the extraordinary and chilly properties of dry ice!Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Earth Science
Mad Science of San Diego
MAGNETISM: Kids try to build a bridge using metal objects and strong magnets CRAZY CATAPULTS: Experiment with everyday physics as you catapult ping pong balls into a target TREBUCHET MACHINE: Kids get to knock down the cones by launching a tennis ball ECSTATIC ELECTRICITY: Kids try to make their way through a metal maze without making the buzzer go off AIR PRESSURE: kids knock down the targets with Airzookers NASA: Discover tech created for space travel! Test your aim with a laser maze.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Earth Science, Education
CART Youth Foundation
Robotics Showcase; 3D and CAD IntroductionAges: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Robotics, Robotics Roundup, Space
Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE)
CCOE and the State of California are partnering with Journeys Map on an interactive pilot to map cyber education, training, certifications and career pathways. We'll demo the interactive map, showing attendees how they can chart their personal path to a cyber career with the exploration dashboard and zoom in for jobs, education, resources and more!Ages: Families, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Cybersecurity, Education
UC San Diego Astronomy and Astrophysics
We will have multiple demonstrations related to the science of astrophysics, including spectroscopy, types of light such as infrared, telescopes to look at the Sun, optics, and the size/scale of objects in the Universe.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Astronomy, Space
San Diego City College
Hands-on demonstrations of STEM: Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Math, Geosciences, and Engineering
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Astronomy, Biology, Biotech, Earth Science, Education, Engineering, Environment, Geology, Math, Microbiology, Oceanography, Space
SDAALAS
We will have information on animal science and animals in research, trivia, origami interactive puzzles, giveaways, possible prize wheel and many individuals with varying levels of experience within the biotech field.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Animals, Biology, Biotech, Education, Oncology/Cancer Studies, Zoology
Johnson & Johnson
STEM activity for 7-11 year olds
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Education
NSF Center for Synthetic Organic Electrochemistry
We want participants to engage in a hands-on electrochemistry activity-- building their own battery. The first battery was built by Alessandro Volta in 1800, long before we had cell phones to power. With some household items, you can build this battery yourself! Participants will use: zinc washers, copper washers, felt or construction paper disks, vinegar, 2 alligator clips, copper wire, plastic tweezers and an LED light. The battery will be assembled on an acrylic stand with supervision.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Energy
Novartis
TBD
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biotech, Medicine
ESET
ESET's booth offers an interactive learning experience focused on essential cybersecurity practices. Through hands-on activities, you'll discover how to create and manage strong, unique passwords, while recognizing common cyber threats like phishing. You'll learn practical security measures to protect your digital life, while seeing real-time demonstrations of how antivirus software identifies and blocks potential threats to keep your devices secure.
Ages: Families, Middle School, High School | Topics: Cybersecurity
American Physical Therapy Association
Attendees will be led in physical stretches, exercises and games by a physical therapist to learn about body movement and why it is important to stay physically activce.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Clinical Sciences, Healthcare
The Cool Gang
A fun introduction to reptiles and all the cool things they can do!Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Animals, Biology, Biotech, Clinical Sciences, Ecology, Environment, Zoology
PhyzAI
Interactive robotAges: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Engineering, Robotics, Robotics Roundup
Arcturus Therapeutics
Arcturus Therapeutics is a global messenger RNA medicines and vaccines company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of therapeutics for rare diseases and vaccines. We have proprietary technologies, validating partnerships, and an experienced team with deep expertise in delivery and RNA-based therapeutics
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Biotech
National University
Make connections between the natural world and artistic expression. Includes 3D models of human anatomy, animal life, and fun with geology and rocks.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Geology
Algae Foundation
Students will be introduced to the Algae Academy and have the opportunity to be hands-on with live algae! They can examine multiple algae under the microscope and sample a tabletop algae pond! Students can also participate in a seek-and-find activity, looking for algae as an ingredient in everyday items like toothpaste, ice cream, and more!Ages: Pre-K, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Environment
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, San Diego Professional Chapter
Spaghetti towers, participants will be given a limited amount of materials to build as tall of a tower as possibleAges: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Engineering
San Diego Community Power
Come test your knowledge about energy! We will help inspire youth of all ages to learn about clean energy and how we can work towards a healthier, more sustainable future for all San Diegans. Activities to include a clean energy pledge, fun quizzes, and other experiential opportunities to learn how renewable energy works!
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Energy
TaylorMade Golf Company
The Team TaylorMade interactive booth will include an energy transfer experiment with golf balls bouncing on various materials, as well as a putting experience.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Design, Energy, Engineering
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
TBD
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Construction
San Diego County Office of Education
SDCOE's science outreach programs provide students the opportunity to examine scientific phenomena and principles through innovative, inquiry-based, standards-driven activities. These hands-on activities engage students of all ages on topics such as why a healthy environment is important to sustainable plant production, watershed issues, and how geology tells the planet's story.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Earth Science, Education, Environment, Geology
SDCCU
Financial wellness information, games, and free giveaways including educational items, e.g. financial literacy activity book for children.
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Accounting and Finance
San Diego City College
Hands on demonstrations of STEM: Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Math, GeosciencesAges: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Astronomy, Biology, Biotech, Education, Engineering, Environment, Geology, Math, Medicine, Microbiology, Oceanography, Space, Space Experiments with Biology, Weather
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego
We will explore the biology and ecology of deep sea animals through two activities: 1) comparative anatomy of deep-sea crustaceans (visual examination of specimens with the naked eye and under the microscrope) and 2) exploring stomach contents of a deep-sea fish, the longnose lancetfish. Both activities will introduce and examine common morphological and behavioral adaptations to life in the deep sea. Specimens handled by the public will be frozen, thawed or stored in seawater.Ages: Families, Middle School, High School | Topics: Animals, Biology, Ecology, Environment, Oceanography, Zoology
Biology through Art
Explore the fusion of biology and art through hands-on drawing activities on biodiversity. Each visitor earns their personal "guardian invertebrate" card!
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Animals, Art, Biology, Ecology, Zoology
CITY OF SAN DIEGO Public Utilities Department
We will promote various activities the City's Public Utilities Division participates in and share important information to the community on what's okay to put down the drain at home. We will also provide education on our Ocean Monitoring Program and the different species that are found off the coast of San Diego.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Biology, Ecology, Environment
Individual
Sprite satellite demonstration: communication with a ground station in the UK and displays the current temperature, humidity, and volatile organic compound.Ages: High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Engineering, Space
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
We will be offering an art activity that links contemporary art and science. This activity will be for all ages and will be ongoing throughout the day. Using recycled egg cartons, epsom salt, food colorings, and glue we will create sparkly geodes from other worlds!
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Art
Empresa Performing Arts Foundation and Play-Well TEKnologies
LEGO City building activityAges: Families, Grade School | Topics: Coding, Computers, Education, Engineering, Robotics
Wacker Biotech US
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Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Biotech
General Atomics DIII-D National Fusion Facility
We will demonstrate the fundamental physics needed to perform nuclear fusion research. Concepts in fusion, pressure, states of matter, and electricity & magnetism will be explored. Demonstrations include bed-of-nails, gaseous plasma, electromagnets, a differential pressure cannon, liquid nitrogen, electricity generation, and an electromagnetic can launcher.
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Energy, Nuclear Fusion
Grifols
KRYPTON SPONSOR LEVEL (Coordinated by Silvana DelPiccolo)- Science Activity (TBD)
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Healthcare, Medicine
SYSTRA IBT
Test your knowledge of bridges as our engineers demonstrate the concepts of bridge engineering using scale models built with K'NEX blocks. Visitors will discover how bridges are designed and built and learn how they, too, can become bridge engineers.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Architecture, Construction, Design, Engineering, Math
UC San Diego Center for Healthy Eating and Activity Research
The booth will feature a sugar demo that highlights the amount of sugar in popular fruit and sports drinks. The booth will also have activities to help children understand the importance in leading a healthy and active lifestyle.Ages: Families, Grade School | Topics: Healthcare, Psychological Science
Balfour Beatty
We’ll be showcasing our Virtual Reality technology, allowing everyone to experience a completed building before construction even begins. Additionally, we’ll present time-lapse photography that integrates with our Building Information Model, enabling end users to view snapshots of the construction lifecycle at any stage.
Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Architecture, Design, Engineering
Balfour Beatty
We’ll be showcasing our Virtual Reality technology, allowing everyone to experience a completed building before construction even begins. Additionally, we’ll present time-lapse photography that integrates with our Building Information Model, enabling end users to view snapshots of the construction lifecycle at any stage.Ages: Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Architecture, Design, Engineering
OUTbio San Diego
Quiz on important, local LGBTQ+ figures in STEAM. Giveaways such as pencils, erasures, swag.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biotech
ASME San Diego
Mechanical Engineering related. Likely a hydraulic hand movement challenge and a 'roller coaster energy' demonstration.Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Engineering
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
Booth will feature mock field biology monitoring activities and other estuary related activities, as well as information on visiting the Tijuana Estuary.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Animals, Biology, Ecology, Environment
Elementary Institute of Science
Fun hands-on STEM experience that may include Chemistry, Biology and Engineering.Ages: Grade School | Topics: Biology, Earth Science, Engineering, Microbiology
BLUE HAVEN POOLS
BUILD AND DESIGN NEW POOLS AND REMODEL
Ages: College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Architecture, SamuelDub, Design, Engineering
La Jolla Institute for Immunology
We will review how your body develops immunity with antibodies. Visitors will be able to do antibody puzzles to discuss how they relate to viruses and vaccines. Separately, we will bring a prepared petri dish sealed with bacteria expressing green fluorescent protein (GFP) contained in a dark box. Visitors will shine a UV flashlight on the dish to see the bacteria glow. We will discuss the utility of GFP in immunology research.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biology
University of San Diego STEM Outreach Club
The mission of our club is to bring hands-on, brains-on activities to our K-12 community. We will collaborate with other science clubs from USD to bring a range of activities showcasing chemistry, biology, physics, engineering and medical science.Ages: Families, Grade School | Topics: Animals, Biology, Education, Engineering, Environment, Medicine
San Diego Mesa College Psi Beta
We will be demonstrating several Psychological concepts, including concepts in memory, perception, and emotional expression recognition.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Psychological Science
The Jacobs Institute for Innovation in Education
Our booth will include various activities for families to participate together, including origami to learn mathematics in a fun way, greeting cards with circuits that light them up, weaving fun, and other innovative technology-based activities for people of all ages to enjoy.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Art, Design, Education, Engineering, Math
SDSU Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders
Child-friendly neuron building activityAges: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Clinical Sciences, Psychological Science
Robotics FTC Team : High Voltage 18263
The booth will be hosted by High School Students of Team High Voltage. The primary activity will be the demo of various types of Robots and hands-on experience for participants. They can learn about robotics, play with robots, and learn about the design, programming, and engineering aspects related to these robots.Ages: High School | Topics: Robotics, Robotics Roundup
Earth Discovery Institute
In discussion, likely a Monarch Butterfly lifecycle activity using pasta!Ages: Families, Grade School | Topics: Animals, Earth Science, Education, Environment
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
Dry ice bubbles, air cannon, bristle bots, spin art, canvas art, candy dnaAges: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Art, Biology, Coding, Computers, Engineering, Math, Robotics
San Diego International Airport
SAN is proud our commitment to sustainability and community well-being. Attendees can explore airport noise nuances and learn about our Quieter Homes Program, which mitigates sound to enhance life quality in surrounding neighborhoods. We'll also share key sustainability practices that illustrate our dedication to environmental stewardship. Join us to discover how we strive to create a balance between operational efficiency and the well-being of our community.Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Environment
San Diego Miramar College, Biotech
We will be facilitating a micro pipetting techniques hands-on activity to measure liquids in 100 microliter increments. We will be using water with food coloring, so nothing toxic and easy clean-up. We will be making pipette art and participants will get to take home their bookmark project.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Biology, Biotech
Blue Haven Pools
Design and build poolsAges: Families | Topics: Architecture, SamuelDub, Design, Engineering
Mechanical Advantage
Mechanical Advantage is a FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team and nonprofit that uses robotics to provide STEM learning opportunities to their community. Event attendees will learn about the FIRST Robotics program and have a chance to drive and operate robots to gain an understanding of how they are designed, built and programmed.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Coding, Engineering, Robotics, Robotics Roundup
Collins Aerospace
Table with canopy.
Nacelle model and various aerospace parts for show and tell.
Paper airplane folding activity.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+), Educator Specific | Topics: Design, Engineering
MilliporeSigma
The Curiosity Cube is a retrofitted shipping container, transformed into a mobile science lab. It features interactive hands-on science experiments using the latest technology to spark curiosity in the next generation of scientists. The Curiosity Cube program began in North America in 2017 as a platform to increase access to science education for 8-13 year old students. Our experiments are led by local MilliporeSigma employees, giving students an opportunity to learn from real scientists.
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biotech, Coding, Computers, Education, Engineering, Robotics
Johnson & Johnson
We would like to set up a booth featuring a STEM activity, similar to what we offer when we bring students on-site. Activities could include Strawberry DNA extraction, Magnetic Slime, and more. We can tailor the activities to different age groups and ensure they align with the event's theme.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Microbiology
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
Our booths will include air cannons, candy DNA, art projects, VEX robotics, and bristle bots.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Art, Biology, Engineering, Math, Robotics
Neurocrine Biosciences
Neurocrine is joining the San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering to help educate the San Diego community on some of the fun things we work on!
We will have 2 fun crafts/activities for family's and kids to take home with them!
We will have information about Neurocrine, opportunities available at the organization, as well as internship program insights!
Projects (tentative): Neuron Key chain & Brain Caps
Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biotech, SamuelDub, Education, Medicine
Bostonia Global High School Maker Club
Students from the Maker Club will have 2 hands on kinetic activities. Participants will walk away with an activity piece.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Design, Engineering
Biodiesel & Algal Studies Group
Since 2009 Castle Park High students, with Dr. Pomeroy of UCSD, have learned to produce biodiesel from vegetable oil. Our booth demonstrates the step-by-step process of biodiesel synthesis, discusses the advantages of biodiesel over petroleum and outlines the ease of production. Our booth includes CAICE researchers who provide demonstrations concerning climate change and atmospheric chemistry. We also partner with Algenesis who demonstrate biodegradable materials that mimic plastics and foams.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Earth Science, Ecology, Education, Energy, Engineering, Environment, Geology, Healthcare, Microbiology, Oceanography, Weather
Bristol Myers Squibb
3 activity stations
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Biology, Biotech
Pure Water San Diego
Pure Water San Diego is part of the Public Utility Department's project for Potable Reuse. We have a prize wheel and many giveaways including a youth activity booklet.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Education, Engineering
Educreate
**We are planning on updating our activities for 2025. Last year we did sewing and homemade playdough. So please let us update our description before this info is posted. Thank you Julie.Ages: Middle School, High School | Topics: Art, Coding, Computers, Engineering
NAVAIR - FRCSW
Our booth will feature hands on STEM activities for all ages! Come on by to learn more about various engineering topics such as circuits, personal robot programming, and learn how to build your own rocket!
Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Engineering
Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific
Hands-on, fun learn-by-doing STEM activity that exposes audiences to non-military STEM careers in the Navy, as well as internship and scholarship opportunities. Specific activity is to be determinedAges: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Coding, SamuelCes, Computers, Cybersecurity, Engineering
Sally Ride Science Summer Academy - UCSD Extended Studies
map matching activity by instructorAges: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Architecture, Computers, Education, Oceanography, Robotics, Space
Rogalski Arts from Patrick Henry High
This will be a Walk-in-Painting based on Ornithology. It will be an interactive art installation in which audience will learn about birds and then make art about what they learn. Their art will be added into the installation. See examples here: https://rogalskiart.com/walk-in-paintings.htmlAges: Families, Grade School | Topics: Animals, Art, Biology, Ecology, Zoology
San Diego Natural History Museum
The Nat will be bringing some animal specimens from our collection and will have some fun nature games that are great for all ages! This will be interactive and great for all ages! The takeaway message will be about the conservation of nature in our region.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, College and Beyond (21+) | Topics: Animals, Biology, Ecology, Environment
Russian School of Mathematics
Math games and puzzlesAges: Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Math
Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair
Student Leadership Board students from the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair will present demonstrations and lead hands on activities in: 1) Building a simple helicopter from paper and paper clips. 2) Cabbage Juice as a pH indicator 3) Separating pen ink colors using simple chromatography For students grades 6-12 they will talk participating in the Greater San Diego Science Fair in 2026, as well. There will be backboards and notebooks from previous Fairs.Ages: Grade School, Middle School, High School | Topics: Education
San Diego Public Library
The San Diego Public Library is excited to present our 2025 Spring into STEAM program, designed for ages 9-12. Our tentative theme, Solve IT, will explore the science of mystery solving, featuring age-appropriate forensic activities centered around biology and psychology. Should the theme change, we will provide updates. In addition, we’ll be promoting our library's resources, with a special focus on our STEM programming and services for youth and families.Ages: Families, Grade School | Topics: Biology, Biotech, Coding, Forensics, Psychological Science
Reptiles of the World
Introduction to reptile species from around the world including endangered species.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Animals, Ecology, Environment, Zoology
EcoVivarium
Hands-on reptile interactions.Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School, Educator Specific | Topics: Animals, Biology, Ecology, Education, Entomology, Environment, Zoology
San Diego Children's Discovery Museum
SDCDM provides interactive and hands-on mobile exhibits encouraging little ones to engineer, experiment, and explore. Experiment with gravity, build something new and let your imagination run wild with large foam blocks.Ages: Pre-K, Families | Topics: Architecture, Education, Engineering
NAVAIR - FRCSW
We will be providing hands on STEM activities for all age groups! STEM activities will center around various engineering topics to include: electrical engineering, computer programming, aerospace engineering, and more.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, Educator Specific | Topics: Engineering
The San Diego River Park Foundation
Discover the vital species of the San Diego River’s riparian ecosystem. Explore the diverse plant and animal life and their crucial roles in maintaining the environment's health and balance. Explore how birds, bats, bees, and butterflies act as ecosystem engineers. See how wildlife builders contribute to pollination, pest control, and biodiversity, supporting ecosystem health. Explore bio-indicator species to understand how aquatic life helps monitor and maintain a healthy ecosystem.Ages: Families, Grade School, Middle School, High School, Educator Specific | Topics: Animals, Earth Science, Ecology, Education, Entomology, Environment, Geology
Urban Discovery Academy
Visitors will engage in robot races using Lego robots that our students created. Visitors will also learn about electricity and circuits, lighting up bulbs and fans using playdouugh (Squishy Circuits).Ages: Pre-K, Families, Grade School, Middle School | Topics: Coding, Engineering, Robotics
