[1][2] Subsequently, the festival has been held every year in the second half of April.

The festival stretches over a number of days and features events held throughout the city.

It culminates with a Festival on Saturday that is typically held on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

The stated mission of the festival is to bring together Philadelphia's schools, universities, cultural institutions and research centers as a single, united voice to put science in the spotlight.

Scientists and engineers come together to present fun, interactive programs for Philadelphians of all ages.