San Diego's Fleet Science Center

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Welcome to your Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is on a mission to realize a San Diego where everyone is connected by the power of science to create a better future. We are a community-focused countywide organization that collaborates with educators, scientific organizations, community leaders and champions of a-ha moments. Join us and explore a world of possibility!

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Explore STEM in San Diego County with the Fleet Science Center. It all starts with a moment in place of inspiration. These spots mark education programs, collaborations with community partners and events to foster engagement, learning and meaningful connections between our organization and the communities we serve. Use this map to discover new opportunities to connect with the power of science in your neighborhood.

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The Fleet is San Diego’s science center, bringing together the community and offering meaningful experiences that embrace the power of science and impact the world around us.

Events

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Events

Candlelight Concerts

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever

Mar 13 @ 6:15pm

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The Ball Pool

Sink into the Fleet’s ball pool

Mar 14 @ 11:00am

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Apr 13 @ 11:00am

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Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar®

Join local scientists for a good conversation at a local bar

Mar 14 @ 6:30pm

Mar 21 @ 5:00pm

Apr 02 @ 6:00pm

Apr 03 @ 6:00pm

Apr 04 @ 6:00pm

Apr 04 @ 6:30pm

Apr 11 @ 6:30pm

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Beautifica

From the creators of the multi award-winning Mesmerica comes a brand-new epic immersive experience unlike any other.

Mar 14 @ 6:30pm

Mar 14 @ 8:00pm

Mar 28 @ 6:30pm

Mar 28 @ 8:00pm

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Accessibility Mornings

A sensory-friendly experience

Mar 15 @ 9:00am

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Young Scientists

Discover the wonders of science together

Mar 15 @ 9:00am

Mar 15 @ 11:00am

Mar 20 @ 10:00am

Mar 20 @ 12:00pm

Mar 22 @ 9:00am

Mar 22 @ 11:00am

Mar 27 @ 10:00am

Mar 27 @ 12:00pm

Mar 29 @ 9:00am

Mar 29 @ 11:00am

Apr 10 @ 10:00am

Apr 10 @ 12:00pm

Apr 12 @ 9:00am

Apr 12 @ 11:00am

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The Sky Tonight

Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows

Mar 19 @ 11:00am

Apr 02 @ 7:00pm

Apr 02 @ 8:15pm

Apr 13 @ 11:00am

Art for Planetary Health Creative Workshops Series

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Art for Planetary Health Creative Catalyst Workshop Series

Explore the interconnectedness of human health and planetary ecosystems through the power of art

Mar 22 @ 9:30am

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Fleet After Dark

Get ready to have an absolute blast at Fleet After Dark!

Mar 27 @ 6:00pm

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STEM Camps

Turning curious kids into happy campers

Mar 31 @ 9:00am

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Senior Mondays

An engaging lecture followed by an exciting show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater for seniors 65 and better

Apr 07 @ 10:00am

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Sharp Minds

Engage with local scientists as they discuss their latest research and discoveries.

Apr 07 @ 10:30am

Films

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Films

Blue Whales Documentary

Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes you on a journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale.

Mar 13 @ 4:00pm

Mar 14 @ 1:00pm

Mar 14 @ 4:00pm

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Mar 31 @ 4:00pm

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Deep Sky Documentary

See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

Mar 14 @ 11:00am

Mar 14 @ 3:00pm

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Cities of the Future Documentary

Cities of the Future invites you to step into the future and discover the exciting innovations engineers are working on right now to help meet the challenges of a changing world.

Mar 14 @ 12:00pm

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Pandas

Join Qian Qian on her exciting new adventures into the mountains of Sichuan as she experiences nature for the first time and discovers the freedom—and perils—of the wild side.

Mar 14 @ 2:00pm

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The Blue Angels

Soar with The Blue Angels in a brand-new documentary featuring never-before-s

Mar 21 @ 11:00am

Mar 21 @ 2:00pm

Mar 21 @ 5:00pm

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Experiences

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Design Zone

What does it take to create a video game, mix and master music or design a skate park that produces the biggest thrills?

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Illusions

Discover it’s not what you see but how you see that matters

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It's Electric

It’s Electric brings the science and history of electricity to life through an introduction to the types and uses of electricity

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Kid City

Learning is fun with developmentally appropriate activities

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New Science

Queer and intersectional identities are revolutionizing how science gets done

Pause|Play

Inviting the young and the young-at-heart to leave the digital world behind, hit pause on their busy lives and recapture the nostalgia of play.

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Power Play San Diego

Power Play San Diego is all about the San Diego power grid—how it works, where the energy comes from and how it gets into your home

Pulseworks® VR Transporter

An eye-popping, virtual reality adventure simulator

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San Diego's Water

Explore the diverse sources of San Diego’s water and the methods of delivering and processing it

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So Watt!

Interactive experiences let you understand how electricity is generated and how we all can conserve energy

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Space Gallery

Immerse yourself in four interactive areas in this gallery while understanding new discoveries about our Earth, Sun, Solar System and Universe

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Studio X

Everyone has an eXciting, innovative side, and Studio X is a place where families can eXplore it

The Ball Pool

Sink into the Fleet’s ball pool

The Fleet engages the San Diego community in the wonders of science, interacting through immersive experiences and fostering connections throughout San Diego County.

Experience the wonders of science and create unforgettable memories with the Fleet Science Center.

Welcome to your Fleet Science Center

Know Before You Go

The Fleet Blog

Impact Report 2025

Empowering Inclusion in STEAM

Let's Brew Some Beer!

Welcome to your Fleet Science Center

Know Before You Go

The Fleet Blog

Impact Report 2025

Empowering Inclusion in STEAM

Let's Brew Some Beer!

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