About WiSciFest
About WiSciFest
Celebrate curiosity statewide at the Wisconsin Science Festival!
What is the Wisconsin Science Festival?
The Wisconsin Science Festival is a statewide celebration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with activities for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests throughout Wisconsin. Events include hands-on science exhibitions, demonstrations, performances, tours, pub nights, workshops and more.
Founded in 2011 on the premise that art and science go hand-in-hand, the festival has grown from a few days of events in Madison to a full week of activities spanning over a hundred cities. The Wisconsin Science Festival continues to grow, welcoming new event hosts and attendees every year. Join us October 16-26, 2025 to unleash your curiosity!
And the 2025 Festival Feature is…
The Wisconsin Science Festival welcomes all disciplines utilizing science, technology, or art to explore and nurture curiosity. Each year, we spotlight a specific topic to emphasize its significance and value to the state and its people. Check out our festival feature page to see all the topics celebrated in past festivals!
In 2025, we are highlighting Rock & Roll! This special, 15th anniversary feature is really three features in one: music, motion, and the geology that shapes Wisconsin. This festival feature aims to engage audiences of all ages by blending earth science, physics, and music, creating a dynamic, interactive, and appealing way for kids, families, and lifelong learners to explore science!
Events related to the feature are not required for participation in the Wisconsin Science Festival. Want to host your own WiSciFest event? Check out our host page for more information!
Fast Facts about the 2024 Wisconsin Science Festival
Why does a growing group of partners produce the Wisconsin Science Festival?
The Wisconsin Science Festival aims to inspire and engage us in the enterprise of science and discovery, to cultivate curiosity, and to communicate the power of knowledge and creativity to change our worldview. The science festival serves as a unique platform promoting collaborative innovation to enrich the next generation of global citizens. The Wisconsin Science Festival is presented by a growing coalition of the science and arts communities from across Wisconsin.
How can you be a part of the Wisconsin Science Festival?
There are many ways to engage with the Wisconsin Science Festival! From hosting an event in your area, sharing your science at one of our hands-on expos, sponsoring one of our many statewide initiatives, or even simply attending a festival event, the Wisconsin Science Festival is truly for everyone. There is no cost to be an event host and most events are free to attend. We aim to provide experiences for all ages, interests, and backgrounds. To learn more, visit our host an event, present/volunteer, sponsor, or find an event pages!
Curious about the history of the festival? Take a stroll down memory lane as we look back on how the festival has evolved over the last 15 years!
Banner image by Ueda Photography.
