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This Saturday, May 9 marks the return of Science Rendezvous Kingston, one of Canada’s longest running and successful science, technology, engineering and mathematics pop-up discovery centres. The family-friendly and free event brings together the Kingston community with local Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math experts (STEM), and Queen’s researchers.

Faculty, staff, and students from Queen’s University, along with community partners will provide visitors with hands-on demonstrations, awe-inspiring exhibits, and fun experiments. A total of 60 interactive booths will feature a wide range of activities and interactive displays.

Media can get a sneak peak of what to expect from the event on Friday, May 8 after 1 pm.

What: Media is invited to attend Science Rendezvous Kingston – a free science festival for families

When: Saturday, May 9, 10 am - 3 pm

Where: Slush Puppie Place - Tragically Hip Way

Who:  Lynda Colgan, Founder of Science Rendezvous Kingston and Professor Emerita, Queen’s University | Catarina Chagas, Institutional Lead, Science Rendezvous Kingston; Manager, Strategic Communications and Outreach, Queen’s University

Special Attractions:

• 10:30 am – Smashing Strawberries: watch as real DNA is extracted from strawberries
• Noon – Phenomenal Physics: exploring the power of magnetism and motion
• 2 pm – Chemistry Magic Show: everyday substances are transformed through colourful reactions, flashes and fizzes

Accessibility Feature: The Sensory Friendly Science Zone returns, offering a calming space with exclusive activities such as a wave tank and a fossil dig sandbox – designed to support visitors with sensory processing needs.

Getting There: Free parking is available at Fort Henry, with a complimentary Kingston Trolley providing transportation to and from Slush Puppie Place between 9:30 am and 3 pm.

More information can be found on the Queen’s Gazette.

Media Contact:
Julie Brown, Manager, Media Relations, Queen’s University
brown.julie@queensu.ca