Atlanta Science Festival (ASF) presented by Delta Air Lines, the city’s ultimate celebration of all things science and one of the largest of its kind in the country, returns March 8-22. All ages have the opportunity to experience more than 100 interactive and educational events. It all culminates in the Exploration Expo, a giant science bash in Piedmont Park.

“Not only does the 12th annual Atlanta Science Festival spotlight the wonder of science in its various forms, we strive to do so by curating a two-week experience that’s as exciting and intriguing as possible,” says Meisa Salaita, executive co-director of Science ATL–the engineers of the Atlanta Science Festival. “We want to open minds, educate, inspire, entertain, and spark the interest of the scientists of tomorrow.”

The 2025 Atlanta Science Festival allows both children and adults the opportunity to explore a variety of topics such as cyborgs and brain imaging, snakes and salamanders, coffee and chemistry, the art of math and the love of Lego, tree treks and forest walks, and storytelling shows. 

The festivities kick off with Celebrate STEAM: Atlanta Science Festival Launch at Georgia Tech. Members of the university’s community present hands-on activities, demonstrations, student researchers, and the opportunity to take a peek at the scientific advancements happening at Georgia Tech. Guests can explore robotics, brains, biology, space, art, nanotechnology, paper, computer science, wearables, bioengineering, chemical engineering, systems engineering, and more. This free, family-friendly open-house event takes place at several locations across campus. Registration is located at the Area 4 Visitor Parking lot at the intersection of State Street NW and Ferst Drive. (10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 8, Free, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta.)  

All Atlanta Science Festival events take place at venues throughout metro Atlanta. Many events are free and some require registration and/or a nominal fee. 

The Exploration Expo, Atlanta’s family-favorite science event, serves as the Festival’s grand finale. Curious kids and adults descend upon Piedmont Park to experience interactive science booths and live science presentations. (10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 22, Free, Piedmont Park, at the intersection of Charles Allen Drive and 10th Street, Atlanta.)

“Throughout the entire Atlanta Science Festival, it’s important that we feature a melting pot of diverse scientific voices and promote accessibility,” Salaita says. “We want kids to know what engineers do, that girls can be coders, that life as a scientist can be one of outdoor adventure, and that a future in science can be for anyone!” 

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