Nebraska Science Festival — Annual Free Public Science Expo

About This Opportunity

Every April, the Nebraska Science Festival transforms Omaha into a month-long celebration of science — dozens of free events, hands-on activities, star parties, and public talks presented by scientists from UNMC, UNO, Creighton, and community partners. The signature event is the free Public Science Expo, held at the Durham Museum, where visitors explore hands-on science activities across biology, chemistry, physics, and health science. The 2026 Expo is April 18 from 9 AM to noon. Science Sundays bring hands-on activities to the Gene Leahy Mall every Sunday in April (1–2 PM). All ages, no tickets, no registration.

Who Can Apply

Free and open to all ages. No registration required for the Public Expo or Science Sundays. Some specific ticketed events may require advance sign-up — check nescifest.com.