Free Spring Science Festival

Celebrate the season with a weekend full of hands-on science, creative crafts, and playful experimentation! From turning electronic parts into art to exploring the colorful chemistry of pH, our Spring Science Festival offers fun, drop-in activities for curious minds of all ages.

Festival Details

We’re located in the Adams Morgan neighborhood, accessible via the Red Line (Woodley Park) and Green Line (Columbia Heights), along with several bus routes. If you’re driving, there’s a parking garage at 2421 18th St NW.

Admission: FREE for all ages!

Event Highlights

Saturday, March 28

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  E-Waste Collage (12:00–1:45 PM)
  Discover how electronic components can become part of your own unique art piece.

  
  


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  Cherry Blossom Collage (2:00–3:45 PM)
  Create a mixed-media cherry blossom collage using unexpected materials and take home your masterpiece.

  
  


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  DIY Flower Necklace (4:00–6:00 PM)
  Transform origami paper into a beautiful handmade necklace.

  
  


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  Sidewalk Activity: Take-It-Apart (12:00–4:00 PM)
  Ever wondered what’s inside your electronics? Grab a screwdriver and safely explore the inner workings of broken tech.

  
  

Sunday, March 29

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  DIY Cherry Blossom Magnets (12:00–1:45 PM)
  Use a button press to create a one-of-a-kind magnet inspired by spring blossoms.

  
  


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  Painting with pH (2:00–4:00 PM)
  Learn how acidity and chemistry can change colors while you paint!

  
  

How It Works

Drop-In Style:
Activities run on a schedule throughout the festival. Stop by anytime and jump into a project! Each activity typically takes 10–30 minutes, making it easy to try multiple crafts throughout the day.

No Registration Needed:
Just show up and join the fun. If the beginning of an activity block is busy, feel free to explore the store and hop in shortly after.

Weekend Deals 🎉

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  Spin the Prize Wheel for fun surprises when you make a purchase.

  
  


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  20% Off Craft Lab Registrations during the festival weekend.

  
  


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  Quantum Tenure Rewards: Fill two boxes toward your rewards progress.

  
  

Plan Your Visit

Who It’s For:
Everyone! Kids (5+) and adults are welcome. Some activities are especially great for families, but makers of all ages will find something to enjoy.

Come celebrate creativity, curiosity, and the science of spring with us—we can’t wait to see what you make! 🌸✨

Getting Here & What to Expect:
All events take place inside the Craft Lab at Because Science, our retail shop located at 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (across from the Line Hotel in Adams Morgan).

 Look for the squiggly rainbow mural! Enter Because Science and walk to the back of the store (between the biology and anatomy sections) to find the entrance to the Craft Lab
 Metro: We're a 10-minute walk from the Woodley Park (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) Metro stations.
 Bus: The D72, D74, C51, and C53 buses stop nearby.
 Parking: Street parking is mostly limited to 30 minutes—walking, biking, or ride share is recommended. There is a parking garage located at 2421 18th St NW, about a block away. 

If you’re running late or need help finding us, just call the store at 202-248-1366