Saturday Science Days
Join us for Saturday Science Days!
Saturday Science Days are an event series featuring hands-on workshops for students ages 8-13 that prove that science is FUN!
Since 2015, the STEP program has introduced young learners to a variety of exciting STEM topics. Some recent themes have included:
- Critters and Continents
- pHantastic Chemistry
- Springin' into Science
- Out of this World
- Science of Illusion
What To Expect
During each event, students rotate through 5-6 interactive activities led by City of Hope staff and volunteers in small groups. All materials are provided by the STEP program.
Sessions Offered:
Tickets are valid for one session (morning or afternoon) and cannot be transferred. If you cannot attend, your ticket will be canceled and offered to the next person on the waitlist to ensure fairness.
- Morning Session: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Afternoon Session: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Ticket Policy
Tickets are valid for one session (AM or PM) and cannot be transferred. If you cannot attend, your ticket will be canceled and offered to the next person on the waitlist to ensure fairness.
Upcoming Events
2026 Schedule
- January 17 – Fun Physiology
- February – No Class
- March 21 – Circuit Surgeons
- April 18 – Dinos and DNA
- May 23 – Bugging Out
- June 20 – Tasty Science
- July – No Class
- August – No Class
- September – No Class
- October 17 - Grossology
- November 21 - Science Rewind: Escape Room
- December 14 – Germ Squad
Registration opens on the 1st day of the month on the STEP Eventbrite page.
Tickets Sold Out? Reserve Your Spot on the Waiting List
If tickets have sold out and you'd like to be added to the waiting list, please join our mailing list by completing the form below. You'll receive confirmation of receipt and an email notification if there is an opening.
Explore STEP
We have hope that by bringing together students and community members, we can spark a long-lasting love for science and encourage more people to pursue STEM education and careers.
We run several different programs for local middle school students, including class visits, field trips, Saturday Science Days, and our Junior Medical Investigators summer camp.
STEP is excited to offer a variety of summer and academic year programs for high school students, such as our VERT program and the Science and Nutrition Summer Research Program.