Weekend Events

the engineering games (grade 4-7)

Get ready to dive into the world of engineering with our hands-on workshops led by experienced instructors! Whether you're a budding engineer or just looking for a day of creativity and fun, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Participants will rotate through 3–4 exciting workshops and have the option to purchase a hot lunch for an additional fee. Don’t miss out on a day of building, designing, and innovation with Science AL!VE!

Spaghettecture Showdown

Put your pasta to the test! In this structural engineering challenge, teams design and build the strongest possible bridge using only spaghetti and glue. Will your bridge hold up under pressure—or crack under the crunch?

Brainstorm Drop Zone

Inspired by the classic egg drop—but with a jiggly twist. Participants design protective contraptions to keep a jello brain safe as it’s dropped from increasing heights. Success requires cushioning, creativity, and some serious impact analysis.

Launch Lab: Rocket R&D

Explore the physics of propulsion in this explosive activity! Using basic materials, participants build and test mini rocket launchers, adjusting trajectory, angle, and force to hit specific targets. Newton’s Laws have never been this fun.

Turbine Tech: Wind & Water Edition

Harness the power of nature in this renewable energy challenge. Teams create miniature windmills or water turbines designed to lift weights or power small machines. It's a deep dive into sustainable innovation—powered by air, driven by water.

Note: Workshops are subject to change!

PROGRAM DATES

Saturday, May 10, 2025

location

SFU Burnaby

TIME

9:30am to 4:30pm

cost

$15

additional services

Snacks and pizza lunch ($10) is available