Community Calendar

We're hosting our Fourth Annual Homeschool Science Fair! Both competitive and non-competitive divisions are available for participation. Students ages 6 and up are invited to participate in the fair; students must be able to present their experiments on their own for our judges. This is an excellent opportunity for all homeschool students looking to explore the various STEM disciplines. Light refreshments provided. Find details on the fair, sample projects, judging tips, and more in the files below. Have questions? Email Harley at harley@ecscience.org.

Curious about becoming one of our Science Fair sponsors? Email kate@ecscience.org to discover the ways your business can help impact students interested in STEM in our region. As a small independent nonprofit, sponsoring organizations help make events like this possible for our museum and community.

$10 entry fee per student

WHEN
April 13, 2026
4:00-7:00 p.m.
Deadline to enter is April 1, 2025.

WHERE
Emerald Coast Science Center
31 Memorial Pkwy SW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Join us every 3rd Saturday of the month from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for a one-of-a-kind experience in our brand-new Creature Café.

Enjoy fresh coffee and pastries while getting up close with some of the Emerald Coast Science Center’s incredible Animal Ambassadors. Each month features a different lineup of animals, plus the stories behind the scientists they’re named after. Guests can learn, interact, and even handle some of our friendly creatures (if they choose!). Ticket price also includes admission to the center after the event, so stay and play.

Food & drink provided by: PINK COYOTE DESSERT CO.

The Running of the Bulls – Pensacola is an adrenaline-pumping, fun-filled, family friendly event where daring participants race through the streets while being “chased” by roller derby bulls! Enjoy the excitement, the after-party, cold drinks, and an unforgettable experience filled with community, laughter, and high-energy thrills!