Events for October 17, 2026

*Note: actual end time may vary.* Celebrate curiosity statewide - October 15-25th!. The 2026 Wisconsin Science Festival is once again taking 10 days to celebrate science, art, and technology all across the state! Visit our website, wiscifest.org, to browse hundreds of events in over 55 counties throughout Wisconsin. CONTACT: 316-4390, info@wiscifest.org URL: https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/find-an-event/

*Note: actual end time may vary.* Unleash your curiosity with the 2026 Wisconsin Science Festival BioBlitz. Take part in a 10-day, statewide BioBlitz as part of the 2026 Wisconsin Science Festival! Share your observations in the iNaturalist project and learn more about to participate at wiscifest.org/bioblitz! CONTACT: 316-4390, info@wiscifest.org URL: https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/bioblitz/

Part of the 2026 Wisconsin Science Festival!. Explore UW-Madison’s bustling campus with a special, festival open house! Check out the following locations on Saturday, October 17th for self-guided tours and more: 3rd Annual Wisconsin Weather Festival, Geology Museum Open House, L.R. Ingersoll Wonders of Physics Museum, The Science of Human Thriving art exhibition, Washburn Observatory, and more! Check out the link below for full event details. CONTACT: 316-4390, info@wiscifest.org URL: https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/uw-madison-campus-open-house/

Get hands on before the Forward Madison FC match!. Get hands-on with science and soccer at Breese Stevens Field before the Forward Madison FC match on October 17th! Gates open at 4pm and match attendees will be able to explore hands-on science stations right up until kick-off at 5pm. A portion of ticket sales will go to support the Wisconsin Science Festival. Hands-on science activities are available with the purchase of a ticket to the Forward Madison FC match on October 17th. CONTACT: 316-4390, info@wiscifest.org