Welcome to SciFest: The Great Outdoors/Eclipse Expo

Discover a deeper appreciation for the great outdoors and experience special programming themed around a partial solar eclipse at our all-day, free event!

View the partial eclipse (weather-permitting) and find out how to best prepare for the total solar eclipse coming in 2024! Visit with space and aeronautics experts around the Planetarium. Participate in activities and engage with STEM experts and organizations related to outside life, activity and work. Find inspiration for your own outdoor hobbies, activities and adventures.

FULL SCHEDULE COMING SOON!

SciFest: Connect with Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) professionals gathered exclusively for a series of day-long science and technology themed events.  Meet local scientists, engineers and other experts for a personal, close-up look at cutting-edge, creative STEM applications. Learn more about our other SciFest events.

Parking: Regular price at the Oakland Lot. McDonnell Planetarium parking and entrance are temporarily closed.
Location: Entire Science Center Campus