ScienceFest 2024 promises science, art and community activities for all ages. Photo Courtesy LAC

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Get ready to ignite your curiosity and creativity at ScienceFest 2024, presented by MainStreet and Los Alamos Creative District. From July 12 to 16, this year’s theme, “Creative Energy,” promises an exhilarating blend of science, art, and community activities designed to inspire all ages.

The festival begins on Friday, July 12, with a Friday Night Concert at Ashley Pond featuring Led ZepAgain. Adding to the fun is a Friday Night Market at Ashley Pond Park, offering food, beverages, handmade goods, and jewelry from 5 to 9 pm. STEMarts Lab will also have an interactive augmented reality exhibit.

Saturday, July 13, is Discovery Day at Ashley Pond & Fuller Lodge lawn, featuring STEM activities, a beer garden, and live music starting at noon. Later, Discovery After Dark: STEAM for Adults includes a science-inspired murder mystery, Augmented and Virtual Realities, and interactive challenges provided by Bradbury Science Museum and the American Chemical Society. Participants will have opportunities to win prizes during the competitions. The day concludes with a Dark Night Star Party at Overlook Park.

On Tuesday, July 16, the festival concludes with Tuesdays at the Square at Central Park Square featuring music from Heather and the Bad Breaks, a beer garden, and STEAM activities.

For more information and a complete schedule of events, visit losalamossciencefest.com.