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SCIENCE FAIR

Science lovers! One of Awesome Con’s smartest show features is dedicated celebrating sci-fi, technology, engineering, aerospace, astronomy, and much more. The Science Fair is not only tons of fun — it’s educational too!

Our Science Fair encompasses a dedicated programming track in our panel rooms, an area in our Exhibit Hall chock full of science and tech organizations and activities, the return of the Science Fair Demo stage presented by the NSF, and more. Fans can explore how science influences their favorite comics, films, and TV shows, discover new technologies from scientific companies, governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations, and learn about incredible career opportunities in science and tech that could allow them to become a real-life Tony Stark or Bruce Banner.

SCIENCE FAIR AREAS

Science Fair Demo Stage on the Show Floor

Presented by the National Science Foundation

Fans will be excited and delighted by science and technology as they get up close and personal with mind-boggling and eye-catching live science demonstrations, performed by real scientists from a variety of backgrounds. Families, fans, and future scientists will take home a new found love and respect for how incredible yet approachable science can be. Don’t miss these action-packed and educational demonstrations happening on the Science Fair Demo Stage presented by the National Science Foundation! Programming highlights include:

  • Sulfur Hexafluoride Voice Demo: Balloon in the Bottle
  • Liquid Nitrogen Demo
  • Dry Ice Bubbles Demo

Science Fair Programming in Room 204

Science Fair Vendors in Aisles 100-500

Don’t miss your chance to “Ask a Scientist” at the NSF Booth #203, where curious minds can interact with knowledgeable experts from various scientific disciplines, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and information. This interactive space encourages the public to pose questions, discuss scientific concepts, and gain a deeper understanding of the fascinating world of research and discovery from local scientists!

PAST SCIENCE FAIR HIGHLIGHTS

PAST CONTENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • June 3, 2022 Awesome Con debuted 2 full programming tracks, Science Fair: TERRA and COSMOS focused on earth and space respectively.
  • August 21, 2021 Adam Savage busted myths and excited fans as he presented “An hour with Adam Savage” on the Main Stage
  • August 20, 2021 Future Con rebrands as Awesome Con’s Science Fair
  • March 31, 2018 Artist Greg Capullo, writer Scott Snyder, and inker Jonathan Glapion behind Batman series “Dark Nights: Metal”  hosted a private one-hour Q&A with attendees.
  • March 31, 2018 Special appearances of Star Wars actors John Boyega, Joonas Suotamo, and Jeremy Bulloch during Future Con events.
  • March 31, 2018 Exclusive screening of Netflix’s Lost in Space and an interactive pop-up prop pavilion on the Show Floor.
  • June 16, 2017 Future Con launches at Awesome Con, in partnership with Smithsonian Magazine.

PAST VENDOR HIGHLIGHTS

  • CIA – Central Intelligence Agency
  • NASA – National Aeronautics and Space Administration
  • NSF – National Science Foundation

PAST GUEST HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2021 Adam Savage (Mythbusters)
  • 2018 John Boyega (Star Wars, Pacific Rim)
  • 2018 Joonas Suotamo (Star Wars)
  • 2018 Jeremy Bulloch (Star Wars)