Festival della Scienza (Genoa Science Festival)

Festival della Scienza is a large annual science festival held primarily in Genoa, Italy, typically in late October and early November. It features conferences, interactive laboratories, exhibitions, performances, and workshops led by scientists, educators, and science communicators from Italy and abroad. Events are hosted across museums, cultural centers, and public spaces in the city. High school students can participate as visitors in a wide variety of activities designed for different age groups, including guided workshops and demonstrations suited to secondary school curricula. Italian schools frequently organize class trips to the festival, and many events are bookable for school groups. Participation is mainly in Italian (with some events in English), and it’s especially suitable for students interested in STEM, science communication, and research careers. The festival helps students deepen scientific curiosity, encounter real-world researchers, and explore current topics in science and technology in an engaging, hands-on format.