Stay Curious & Keep Exploring!

Quest on Stage

Quest on Stage brings leading scientists and innovators into conversation with our community. Our first two conversations, recorded live at the Bankhead Theater, are now available to watch online. Explore The Resilient Brain with Dr. Sharon J. Sha (June 23, 2026) and The AI Revolution with Kevin Roose and Casey Newton (August 14, 2026).

Sparks!

Treadmill Tinkering
Saturday, November 14, 10-12 pm

Build devices and vehicles with wheels, axles, and other materials, then put your rolling invention to the treadmill test!  Join us for November’s Sparks event to create, experiment and see how your design handles a moving surface. Free family activity for ages 5 and up. Learn More & Register!

Tri-Valley Innovation Fair

Saturday, April 17, 2027, 10-5 PM

Save the Date! The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair returns to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton for a day of discovery, creativity, and hands-on science and engineering fun for all ages.  More details are coming soon!  In the meantime, explore photos, videos, and the program from our 2026 event for a taste of what’s in store.

 

Engineering Explorations

Get ready to design, build, and explore! Engineering Explorations from Quest Science Center brings hands-on engineering fun to your school or community. Families work together on exciting challenges that inspire creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.  Click to learn more!

Special thanks to an anonymous donor for the generous gift of our electric van, helping us bring science programs to communities across the region.

 

You Belong at Quest Science Center

Quest Science Center is committed to fostering inclusion and to creating a welcoming experience, so people of all ages and backgrounds feel a sense of belonging & excitement in the exploration of science.

Our Vision

Connecting everyone to the value of science

Our Mission

To inspire & nurture everyday exploration for lifelong engagement with science & technology