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: Science ATL Takes Flight at Cascade Springs
2026-06-20T14:00:00.000Z
Join our Lead Navigator Lance on this fun hike through Cascade Springs inspired by our summer book club theme: Science ATL Takes Flight! We'll explore the rich nature and history of this park while checking out everything that flies! Want a preview of the route? Curious what lies ahead? Explore the trail map and route details on
AllTrails.
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!
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!
Avian Explorers
2026-07-18T13:00:00.000Z
Spread your wings and join us for Avian Explorers at Decatur Legacy Park! Together, we’ll wander through winding trails, sunny meadows, shady woodlands, and peaceful wetlands in search of the feathered residents and seasonal visitors that call this urban oasis home. Keep an eye on the water’s edge for graceful great blue herons and great egrets, look to the skies for soaring hawks, and listen for the lively calls of Carolina wrens tucked into the brush. With a bit of luck, we may also spot woodpeckers tapping through the trees, robins hopping along the trails, and Canada geese moving across the landscape!
This guided birding adventure blends curiosity, exploration, and a little bit of wonder as we slow down to listen for birdsong, scan the treetops, and uncover the stories birds can tell us about migration, habitats, adaptation, and the changing world around us. Along the way, we’ll pause often to observe, ask questions, and connect with the surprising biodiversity thriving right in the heart of Decatur.
Whether you’re a seasoned birder with binoculars in hand or simply someone who enjoys being outside and noticing the world around you, this experience is designed for all levels of curiosity. Think of it as part nature walk, part scavenger hunt, and part outdoor science adventure.
Bring water, or snacks, comfortable walking shoes, and binoculars or a field guide if you have them. Children are always welcome as long as they’re ready for the adventure, or happy to ride along in a backpack!
Meet your guide Alex on the right side of the admin building and follow the blue Science ATL directional signs to begin your adventure into the wild world above us. Check out the park map here.
This guided birding adventure blends curiosity, exploration, and a little bit of wonder as we slow down to listen for birdsong, scan the treetops, and uncover the stories birds can tell us about migration, habitats, adaptation, and the changing world around us. Along the way, we’ll pause often to observe, ask questions, and connect with the surprising biodiversity thriving right in the heart of Decatur.
Whether you’re a seasoned birder with binoculars in hand or simply someone who enjoys being outside and noticing the world around you, this experience is designed for all levels of curiosity. Think of it as part nature walk, part scavenger hunt, and part outdoor science adventure.
Bring water, or snacks, comfortable walking shoes, and binoculars or a field guide if you have them. Children are always welcome as long as they’re ready for the adventure, or happy to ride along in a backpack!
Meet your guide Alex on the right side of the admin building and follow the blue Science ATL directional signs to begin your adventure into the wild world above us. Check out the park map here.
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