The Houston Science Festival – Scratch Day is our way of connecting our vibrant Hispanic culture with interactive science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities for students in grades 5th-12th and their parents. The goal is to help families explore STEM activities and STEM pathways.

Be prepared to meet other individuals and communities with a similar interest in these topics as you. We will also be providing family-friendly STEM activities such as live demonstrations, a career panel, and multidisciplinary collaborations. Hispanic food will also be available for purchase from vendors.

The Scratch Foundation’s mission is to ensure that Scratch and ScratchJr are available for free, for everyone, so that kids around the world can express their ideas through coding. Scratch has become the world’s largest coding community for kids. In 2022, Scratch reached more than 100 million registered users. You can learn more about them here.

Thanks to private grants, Bridges to Science offers this free science festival experience to students in grades 5-12 and their families.

Admission, parking, and participation are all free. Delicious food and drinks will be available to purchase from vendors.

Students will explore STEM activities in a collaborative environment with experienced STEM professionals and inspirational volunteers. Visit our website for the latest updates!

• Water bottle – Bring your own water bottle if you have one. Water fountains will be available.
• Snacks – It will be a full day so bring small snacks if you or your child may need them. Food will also be available for purchase.
• Phone – Capture the fun! Take photos and share the excitement. #HoustonScienceFestival #ScratchDay
• Family Support Items – Don’t forget the essentials. Be sure to bring any necessary diapers, medications, or sensory and physical support items (hearing aids, canes, noise-cancelling headphones, fidgets, etc.).

• Drugs or alcohol
• Weapons

• Humble Civic Center – The Humble Civic Center is located at 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy., Humble, TX 77338 (near George Bush International Airport). Find more information for directions and parking here.
• Parking – The Humble Civic Center has a large parking lot which is free to use. If you are in need of handicap parking, the Houston Science Festival-Scratch day recommends parking in the East Lot. Please take note of any signs in the lots for vendors or volunteers.

• We strive to host an inclusive, accessible event that enables all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully.
• Humble Civic Center – The Humble Civic Center is located at 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy, Humble, TX 77338 (near George Bush International Airport). Venue Map can be viewed here.
• Bathrooms – HSF will occur in the main ballroom and attendees will have close access to bathrooms on two sides of the room with additional bathrooms further away. Please note that the bathroom doors are heavy and additional assistance may be needed to open. Please contact an event representative or staff to help if needed.
• Parking – There are a number of handicap parking spaces located around the building. HSF will occur on the EAST side of the building so please park there.
• Entrance Doors – All entrance doors have handicap door buttons to open doors automatically
• Flooring, pavement, and sidewalks – Although some areas outside may be uneven, overall the property and sidewalks are well maintained and easy to navigate.
• Sensory Stimulation – This will be a well attended event with families and children along with many exhibitors and a DJ. Please expect louder volumes and prepare necessary headphones or support as necessary. There is plenty of hall and outdoor space for attendees to step out for a break as well.
• Food/Bev – In addition to the water fountains, we will also have water available inside the facility to all of our guests. Additional food vendors will be outside with meat and vegetarian options.
• For additional inquiries about accessibility, please email us.