Rockville Science Day

A record

115 exhibitors (and counting!)

34th Annual
Rockville Science Day

Montgomery College
51 Mannakee St
Rockville, MD 20850

FREE!

Sunday, April 27, 2025
Noon - 5:00 pm

Rockets,

Robots,

and so

much more!

The Rockville Science Center invites you to bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun and discovery at the 34th annual Rockville Science Day. The event, which takes place on the Rockville campus of Montgomery College, offers an opportunity to bring together the public and private sectors, along with local nonprofits and community groups for one exciting day of STEM learning and exploration for all ages. Each year this free event features a variety of science and technology-related exhibits, activities, games and demos such as rocket-building (and launching), telescope viewing, all kinds of robots, backyard wildlife, ship models, microscopes, snakes, stream science, coding challenges, math puzzles, chemistry in action (flames, explosions & reactions), electric vehicle demos, quadcopters, archaeology mini-digs, 3D printing, brain games, and much more! Food will be available for purchase.

Parking and admission are free and the event will take place rain or shine! No tickets are needed for visitors. Check back here for more details in the coming weeks or RSVP to receive email updates with the list of exhibitors and a map of the event. Hope to see you there!

MEDIA CONTACT: Alison Chacon (achacon@rockvillesciencecenter.org or 301-602-7735)

2025 Rockville Science Day Press Release

Schedule
of Events

12:00 PM

Exhibits Open*

12:00 - 12:50 PM

Rocket Build Sign-Up (outside Student Services Center)

1:00 PM

Opening Ceremonies (outside PE Building)

3:30 PM

Rocket Launch (athletic field)

4:00 PM

50/50 Raffle Sales Close & Winner Announced

5:00 PM

Exhibits Close

* Exhibit locations: Science Center, Physical Education Building,

Campus Center, Student Services Center, and various outdoor locations

Volunteer at Rockville Science Day

We need volunteers to help with setup on Saturday evening (6:00 - 9:00 PM), April 26 and at the event on Sunday, April 27. We welcome your assistance in whichever timeslot or slots work for you.

This event may be used for Student Service Learning (SSL) credit for Montgomery County Schools. You must be at least 16 to volunteer.

Questions? Contact Howard Lichtman (hjlichtman@lichtman.ws)

Volunteer Registration

Thank you to our generous sponsors

Thanks to the following partners for their continued support
of the Rockville Science Center's programs throughout the year

It's a 50/50 Raffle!

Each year, the Rockville Science Center proudly brings our community together for one amazing afternoon of all things STEM at Rockville Science Day. Please help support our work for Science Day and throughout the year by purchasing one or more raffle tickets for the chance to win 50% of the money collected in the raffle. RSC's portion of the proceeds will be used to support need-based scholarships, as well as the programming we offer year-round to children, teens, and adults in our community. Thank you for your support and good luck!

CLICK THE TICKET BELOW

FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!

Need to know:

What is a 50/50 raffle? A 50/50 raffle splits the proceeds in half so that the organization running the raffle gets 50% of the raffle proceeds and one lucky winner randomly selected gets the other 50%.

How much does a ticket cost? Tickets are $5 each or purchase a bundle to increase your chances and save on the ticket price. A Bonus Bundle of 5 tickets costs $20 and gives you 1 free ticket. A Super Bonus Bundle of 10 tickets costs $35 and gives you 3 free tickets!

Can I pay cash for a ticket at Science Day or the storefront? No, since this is an online raffle, participation does require the use of a credit card on the raffle webpage.

Who can participate? You must be 18 or older to participate. Staff and Trustees of the Rockville Science Center (and their immediate family members) are not eligible to participate.

When does the raffle end? Ticket sales will run until 4:00 PM on Sunday, April 27 (Rockville Science Day). We will announce the winner during the rocket launch on the athletic field at Montgomery College (Rockville).

What if I can't make it to Rockville Science Day? No worries. Since this is an online raffle, the winner need not be present to collect their prize. We will have your contact information on your ticket and will contact you to let you know that you are the lucky winner!

Rockville Science Day FAQs

What exhibitors are you expecting to be in attendance?

We have over 115 exhibitors signed up this year! 2025 exhibitors include:

National Institutes of Health (NIH) + National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) + National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) + US Pharmacopeia + National Capital Astronomers + NARHAMS Model Rocket Club + NSA's National Cryptologic Museum + University of Maryland + George Washington University + Adventist Health Care + Croyden Creek Nature Center + Glen Echo Park Aquarium + Montgomery County Dept. of Environmental Protection + Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin + Izaak Walton League Archaeology Program of Montgomery Parks + National Capital Radio & Television Museum + MoCo Makers

Electric Vehicle Association of Greater Washington + Echoes of Nature + Montgomery Amateur Radio Club Montgomery College Biology and Chemistry Departments + Chemical Society of Washington + Robotics Clubs & Teams + Montgomery County Beekeepers Association & many more!

Is there any charge to attend?

Both admission and parking are completely free! The Rockville Science Center appreciates any donations to help defray the costs of this annual event. If you'd like to give, click here. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law and will be greatly appreciated. You can also support Rockville Science Center by purchasing tickets for our 50/50 raffle and enter to win 50% of the raffle proceeds. Learn more about the raffle and purchase tickets here.

Where will the exhibits be located on campus?

Exhibits will be clustered in several indoor locations as well as some outdoor spaces across campus. Indoor exhibits will be in the Physical Education Building, Campus Center, the Science Center (be sure to stop in and see Stan the dinosaur!), and the Student Services Center where the rocket build will take place (signup required). Outdoor exhibits will be scattered around the sundial and grassy space between the Theater Arts Building and the Computer Science Building. Look for the "exhibit" signs pointing the way.

Will food be available?

Food will be available for purchase in the Campus Center cafeteria beginning at noon. Look for seating in the area outside the Campus Center to enjoy your snacks or lunch (the seating area inside the cafeteria will be used for exhibits).

What if it rains?

Rockville Science Day goes on rain or shine! Most exhibits are indoors and won't be affected by inclement weather. Outdoor exhibits will be relocated to the parking garage.

Where should I park?

You may park in any lot on campus that is not restricted. Handicapped spaces are clearly marked and will be available to those who need them.

Is there a central spot where I can get information on the day of the event?

The area outside of the PE Building includes a Rockville Science Center information tent. We'll have copies of the event map and program available and friendly volunteers who can point you in the right direction no matter where you are headed!