Jobs in science, technology, engineering and math are projected to boom in the next decade. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects STEM occupations to grow by more than 8% from 2024 to 2034. To encourage the next generation to fill some of those openings, the St. Petersburg Science Festival returned to
If your kid has been asking “why is the sky blue” 47 times a day, or you are an adult who still loves a good science demo, congratulations. The St. Pete Science Festival is back in 2026, and it is once again one of the smartest ways to spend
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2025) – The St. Petersburg Science Festival and MarineQuest are back with engaging and informative activities in marine science, biology, chemistry, art and beyond. More than 13,000 people are expected to attend on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the waterfront of
Ready to unleash your inner scientist and embrace the wonders of the universe? The St. Pete Science Festival is back for another year of hands-on exploration, innovation, and creativity. This free event occurs Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus (140 7th Ave S) and Poynter Park, right along
The St. Petersburg Science Festival and MarineQuest returned with more hands-on activities than ever before, including a mobile aquarium, seagrass maze and a shark show utilizing virtual reality. The event aimed to inspire creativity, engage curiosity and deepen knowledge of science and the arts. More than 15,000 people were
Careers in science, technology, engineering and math – known as STEM – are growing faster than other occupations. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the number of jobs will grow more than 10% by 2031. On Saturday, various science and environmental organizations will come together to help spread knowledge about
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The St. Pete Science Festival is gearing up for another year of inspiring young minds through hands-on learning activities. The 11th annual Festival will take place on Saturday, October 17. The event, which typically draws thousands to downtown St. Pete, will take place virtually due to the