Events for October 22, 2026
Wisconsin Science Festival
*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/
Nature Explorers – Join the WiSciFest BioBlitz
*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/
The WhySci Variety Show
The most science-inspired variety show in town! Produced by the Wisconsin Science Festival and the UW-Madison Division of the Arts.Get ready to unleash your curiosity at the Why Sci Variety Show—a high-energy mashup of science talks, artful performances, and live music! This year’s theme is Us, celebrating the science of humans and the humans who do science. Expect brainy beats, genealogy jokes, and scientific showmanship that will have you thinking and tapping your toes.Hosted by the always-entertaining Ben Rush with opening remarks by Wisconsin Public Radio's Lee Rayburn.See full line up of talks and performers here.Doors and bar open at 6:30pm [...]
WhySci Variety Show
The best show in town!. Get ready to rock your curiosity at the WhySci Variety Show—a high-energy mashup of science talks, artful performances, and live music! Hosted by the always-entertaining Ben Rush! Opening remarks featuring Wisconsin Public Radio’s Lee Rayburn. This event is part of the 2026 Wisconsin Science Festival! CONTACT: 316-4390, info@wiscifest.org URL: https://www.wisconsinsciencefest.org/event/the-why-sci-variety-show/
