Full STEAM ahead, Calgary! Beakerhead is coming in hot, with the most epic, mind-blowing, science packed weekend of the year.
Have you ever seen a 360-degree kaleidoscope of sound, light, and colour with images transforming in seconds all created using AI? Or lit up the sky using only a bicycle? How about generating a beat with giant octopus tentacles? We bet you haven’t, but you can at Beakerhead 2024, taking place at TELUS Spark Science Centre from September 20 to 22, 2024!
This year's Beakerhead line-up will have you saying “WOAH,” with new experiences that unlock the imagination and spark curiosity, plus admission includes the opportunity to explore the entire science centre!
Not only are there three full days of programming that range from showcasing the skilled-trades, to playing with digital art and learning about fungi, but Beakerhead also offers unique dining choices and of course, the Beaker Bar! Guests will want a full stomach and a tasty cocktail when they see how much is in store for them this year!
DAY ONE of Beakerhead is jam-packed with programming the whole family can enjoy from live science demonstrations, to Baby Beakerhead and so much more, you'll want to be one of the FIRSTS to experience it all!
NIGHT ONE of Beakerhead is when the party really begins, as experiences light-up in the darkness and local DJ's set the vibe for an awesome time!
DAY TWO of Beakerhead features the same exciting experiences as Day One but this time, SQUONK takes the mainstage to get everyone involved in the Brouhaha fun!
NIGHT TWO is another classic Beakerhead party, but this time, keynote speaker Anthony Morgan, from CBC's The Nature of Things gets into how we talk, perceive and think about science in our everyday lives!
Don't sleep on DAY THREE of Beakerhead, because it's FILLED with a little bit of everything from the entire weekend. The big highlight? The Hack the House Challenge and an expert panel talk about the innovations in STEM (science, tech, engineering & math) featuring Anthony Morgan, from CBC's The Nature of Things!
If you’re all about starting your day with a coffee and some brain-busting science, then Beaker Days is where you need to be!
Beaker Day ticketing info:
Included with TELUS Spark General Admission, each day.
Included with a Spark Membership.
Children under 3 are FREE.
Join us for a day filled with hands-on science, STEAM-inspired activities, live music, and special guests. Perfect for all ages, the daytime schedule is packed with family-friendly fun and interactive experiences. Don’t miss out—discover what’s happening during the day at Beakerhead!
Download Daytime Schedule (PDF)Sip on a signature cocktail from the Beaker Bar, and dance it out to local DJ's as you soak in the glow of the lights, fire and action only during Beaker Nights!
Beaker Nights ticketing info:
General Admission: $36.00 per person, per night.
Spark Members: $32.00, per person, per night.
Children under 3 are FREE.
When the sun sets, the real excitement begins. Experience the magic of Beakernights with stunning light displays, interactive art, live performances, and more. From Octopoda’s debut to the SPARKQUARIUM spectacle, the night is alive with adventure. Don’t miss out—check out what’s happening after dark!
Download Night Schedule (PDF)TELUS Spark presents Beakerhead, proudly funded in part by Geoscientists of Alberta, Government of Alberta, Government of Canada, Travel Alberta, City of Calgary, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Calgary Hotel Association, Calgary Foundation, Amazon Web Services, and Dairy Farmers of Canada. Hack the House, a Beakerhead program, is proudly sponsored by Imperial.
Now boarding all tastebuds for a first-class trip around the world! From the spicy streets of Mexico City to the savory rolling hills of Tuscany and even the delicious coastal waters on Canada's East Coast, these dogs are your passport to international flavours. Bite into an adventure with every bun!
Welcome to Taco Taxonomy, where every bite is a delicious experiment in flavor! Grab your lab coat (or maybe just some napkins) and prepare those taste buds for a lesson in flavour, where food and fun collide!
Introducing Spuds of Matter, where every flavourful bite packs a punch stronger than the BIG Bang! From crispy fries that crunch with conviction to cheesy potato mashers that will send your tastebuds into orbit, these spuds are truly out-of-this-world!
Unlock your creativity and collaboration skills in this Beakerhead-inspired design challenge. “Hack” a piece of used household furniture and transform it into a rideable machine that can take on an obstacle course through the science centre.
TELUS Spark gratefully acknowledges Imperial for their generous support of the Hack the House program.
Learn MoreIn April 2022, TELUS Spark merged with Beakerhead and joined forces to engage and inspire more people and communities with science, engineering, art and technology (STEAM). With Beakerhead and Spark working together, the future of science in communities across Calgary looks brighter than ever before! Beakerhead has brought STEAM to life for 542,000 people through art and entertainment. This magic has been made possible with 665 local partners, 35,000 volunteer hours, and 1,442 collaborating presenters, and reached over 605 million people online. That’s a lot of numbers. But they all add up to awesome.
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