Science is all around us so let's have some virtual fun! Running every day through the festival we’re bringing back our NE SciFest Social Media Science Trivia. Everyday we will be posting a trivia question (riddle, clue, etc.) on our social media pages related to science. All you need to do is respond with the […]
Let's go outside and hunt for science! Download the scavenger hunt (below) and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you - no matter where you live in Nebraska. You have all month long, April 1-30, to complete these tasks. Tag us on social media or email us and share your completed hunt! […]
Available in April - until pints run out, our new NE SciFest signature ice cream flavor from eCreamery: LUNAR LEMON. Lunar Lemon: Lemon Cake Ice Cream, White Chocolate Chips, Graham Crunch and Raspberry Swirls. Purchase a pint for science!
Experience the natural wonder of the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance from a grouse viewing blind at Niobrara State Park! This sunrise ritual is an ancient and glorious display from one of Nebraska’s most famous grassland birds. Reservations Reserve the viewing blind (free of charge) any time between March 1 and May 1, with peak viewing […]
Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. From sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of […]
eCreamery staff will conduct an informative presentation on the “Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice.” Students will be given a small tour of the facility, a lesson on how ice cream is made, a brief history of ice cream, and the differences in density and composition between gelato, sorbet and ice cream. During the […]
Join Fontenelle Forest for their new program learning what happens in the forest as the seasons change – Little Learners: Seasonal Science! You'll discuss what animals do as the seasons change, and explore science stations focused on winter, spring, or fall. Plus, you'll go on a hike looking for snowflakes, spring shoots, or falling leaves, […]
National Weather Service meteorologists, in collaboration with local emergency management officials, will offer several in-person severe storm spotter training courses in the spring of 2026 to build your skills in spotting and reporting severe weather! These training sessions are free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome (but age 10 and up will probably get the most out […]
Visit The Hall of History Museum at Boys Town, and explore their science stations. Make your own comic books, design your own superhero outfit, learn about pottery, make a molding of a butterfly or dinosaur - to take home, and take a peek into microscopes and guess how much your brain weighs. Plus, don't forget […]
Celebrate STEM research conducted by area middle school and high school students! Kiewit Luminarium and Lauritzen Gardens will display some of the award-winning project boards from the 47th annual Metropolitan Science and Engineering Fair that was held March 27. Included with admission to each location. About MSEF: Founded in 1980, the Metropolitan Science and Engineering […]
Stop by Metropolitan Community College (Nebraska) South Omaha Campus, Mahoney building, on April 11 from 11am until 3pm, for exciting hands-on activities (with new ones added every year), which encompass a variety of science disciplines including physics, chemistry and biology. This event is free and open to all!
Come out to the Indian Center, Inc. in Lincoln for this cross-cultural community event celebrating the return of rain, thunder, spring, and bird migration on Saturday, April 11. This family-fun "something for everyone" event celebrates the time of year many Native peoples give thanks to the Thunder beings for providing rebirth with rain & thunder. […]
