Science Events for Kids, Adults, and Everyone! - Science ATL
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Wish you could attend the Atlanta Science Festival all year round? Good news! With support from Emory University, Science ATL also produces public science events for kids, adults and everyone in-between throughout the year. Check out our upcoming events below! And keep checking back! We’re adding new events all the time!

Upcoming Science ATL Events

Nature Navigators: Yellow River

2026-04-18T14:00:00.000Z

Come with us to explore the ecosystems of Yellow River Park.

Meet Lance, our Lead Navigator, at the base of the parking deck that leads you into the Park, next to Magnolia Hall.

Nature Navigators leads us on adventures into (& out of) the green spaces found in & around Atlanta, while exposing the countless science experiments that nature is constantly running and how humans observe, influence, and are influenced by the natural world.

Consider these hikes as more of a scientific expedition through our local ecosystems. To that end, our entire journey will be a type of observational study and along the way we'll be making frequent stops to appreciate & ask questions about our surroundings.

Be prepared, it's almost time to slip away into the wild & ask nature why it's so weird! Pack water, snacks or a mobile meal, a smile and whatever else is appropriate for the respective adventure. Children are always welcome as long as they are able! Or you can backpack them!

Piedmont Park Green Market Earth Day Takeover

2026-04-25T13:00:00.000Z

Celebrate Earth Day with Science ATL and Piedmont Park Conservancy at the Green Market Takeover! 🌎🌿

Shop local and connect with local farmers + makers at the Green Market...and more! Create art, turn old t-shirts into reusable tote bags (bring your own or use ones we provide), and explore the trail alongside Lake Clara Meer with a naturalist as we bring Earth Day activities for all ages!

Free activities provided at the back of the Visitor Center from 9AM-1PM! Follow the blue Science Atl directional signs!

Activities will take place at locations 2 and 3 on this map.

Discovery Walk: Decatur

2026-05-02T14:00:00.000Z

Science is all around us, often hidden in everyday places - where we live, where we play, and where we walk. On this docent-guided Discovery Walk through downtown Decatur, you will uncover some of this secret science on a family-friendly 2-3.5 mile route with ten intriguing science stops. Come on out and enjoy the lovely spring weather and learn a little science along the way!
Please meet in front of Little Shop of Stories!

Discovery Walk: Emory University

2026-05-03T14:30:00.000Z

Science is all around us, often hidden in everyday places - where we live, where we play, and where we walk. Come explore one of these spaces with our latest Discovery Walk map of the Emory campus. Lucy, our Emory Discovery Docent will lead you on this 2.5 mile route through campus with ten intriguing science stops. Bonus - the walk ends at the Carlos Museum and your map will get you free admission!

Please note that parking in any of the Emory decks is free on weekends. Park at the Oxford Road parking deck, located at 1390 Oxford Road. Exit to the elevator and proceed to the 3rd floor, following signs for "Undergraduate Admissions." Your guide will then meet you in the courtyard behind the building.

Please note this walk is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

For The Love of Science

2026-05-14T23:00:00.000Z

Join your sciencey friends to raise a glass (and funds) in support of a more equitable science community!

Discovery Walk: Mason Mills Park

2026-05-17T17:00:00.000Z

Science is all around us, often hidden in everyday places - where we live, play, and walk. On this guided Discovery Walk in collaboration with DeKalb County Parks, we'll walk through Mason Mill Park and the South Peachtree Creek Trail and uncover some of this secret science on a family-friendly route with ten intriguing science stops. Join the author of this Discovery Walk, Ranger Jonah McDonald, for this guided science adventure!

Well behaved dogs are welcome so long as they remain leashed in accordance with local regulations.

Public Events Made Possible By:

Emory University

Founded by: Emory University Georgia Institute of Technology Metro Atlanta Chamber

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