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!

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.

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.


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image of a starry universe with a person made out of stars holding a sphere with tree in the middle  with James Hood's Beautifica words on the background. Events
From the creators of the multi award-winning Mesmerica comes a brand-new epic immersive experience unlike any other.
Mar 29 @ 6:30pm
Mar 29 @ 8:00pm
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Mar 30 @ 8:00pm
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Apr 05 @ 8:00pm
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A woman presenting to a crowd in a darkened room while holding notes Events
Engage with scientific discovery from an ethical viewpoint
Mar 30 @ 10:00am
A toddler boy looks at a marble run and smiles widely Events
Discover the wonders of science together
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Turning curious kids into happy campers
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An engaging lecture followed by an exciting show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater for seniors 65 and better
Apr 01 @ 10:00am
A view of people sitting in theater style chairs in a darkened room from behind. The people are front lit so we only see the outlines of the seated people. The top of the image is brighter and has a purple and blue glow. Events
Engage with local scientists as they discuss their latest research and discoveries.
Apr 01 @ 10:30am
Two women playing in a white ball pit Events
Sink into the Fleet’s ball pool
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Spiral galaxy Events
Now experience more The Sky Tonight with additional shows
Apr 03 @ 7:00pm
Apr 03 @ 8:15pm
Apr 14 @ 11:00am
Apr 17 @ 7:00pm
The outside of the Fleet Science Center building during the morning Events
Kickstart your day with early morning fun at the Fleet
Apr 04 @ 9:00am
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A hispanic woman gives a young hispanic girl a piggy-back ride in front of a vibrant abstract mural on a wall outside. Events
Working with the community of those who share a passion for science.
Apr 04 @ 3:30pm
Apr 06 @ 1:30pm
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Apr 25 @ 3:30pm
Two school aged kids look on a foaming beaker. The front girl holds foam bubbles in her hand and smiles. Events
What can take your fun day at the science center to the next level?
Apr 07 @ 11:00am
A man and woman wearing eclipse sunglasses squint up at the sun in a green outdoor area Events
Bring your family and be part of an unforgettable celestial experience
Apr 08 @ 9:00am
Apr 08 @ 10:00am
A blue and purple gradient over a picture of three hot air balloons in the sky Events
Explore the AI Revolution in Education
Apr 13 @ 12:00pm
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Apr 15 @ 9:00am
Three young girls pose with pipets and test tubes while wearing safety goggles Events
Cultivate your curiosity in STEM
Apr 14 @ 10:00am
Apr 14 @ 1:00pm
A green and blue graphic with english on the green side and spanish on the left. The background is a pattern of line art science related items. The english reads '2023 San Ysidro STEM Fair' and the spanish reads '2023 Feria de Ciencia de San Ysidro' Events
The annual San Ysidro STEM Fair brings together community partners to offer o
Apr 19 @ 1:30pm
Young girl with large headphones and closed eyes, smiling with a rainbow overlaid on top in the corners Events
A sensory-friendly experience
Apr 20 @ 9:00am
Two young boys holding painted tubes leaning over a beaker of water in a classroom Events
Explore and experiment in a variety of STEM fields
Apr 20 @ 9:00am
Apr 20 @ 11:00am
A woman stands next to an orange statue of herself Events
Celebrate with us the remarkable contributions of six local female STEM professionals who have been nationally recognized by the IF/THEN initiative
Apr 24 @ 7:00pm
A group of people toasting around a fancy table Events
A celebration of science with all the fun of a music video.
Apr 27 @ 5:30pm
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A blue whale tail out of the water in the background is a massive cargo ship Films
Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes you on a journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale.
Mar 29 @ 11:00am
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The pillars of creation hang over deep blue black open space Films
See awe-inspiring images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope
Mar 29 @ 12:00pm
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A composite image of Serengeti animals standing on a rock in front of a deep blue sky. The animals from front to back left to right are a lioness lion and cub, water buffalo, giraffes, elephants, zebras, and vultures in the sky. In the front bottom in glowing gold are the words Serengeti Journey to the Heart of Africa Films
Home to most of Africa’s iconic animals and the annual wildebeest migration
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A scuba diver swims through a narrow crevasse in an underwater cave. Films
Science and adventure come together as you delve into the unknown, where few humans ever go.
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A purple and orange tinted image of half dome in Yosemite. Films
Discover the Wild Places that Belong to Us All
Apr 01 @ 12:00pm
Experiences
A woman standing in the dark playing with a huge lite brite on a wall A captivating journey to explore light and color, going from darkness to vibrant hues, delving into optics, visible and invisible light, and color creation
A white teen boy stands by a black teen boy. The black boy is sitting and touching a touch screen computer. Above them is a sign that says Design a Skate Park. What does it take to create a video game, mix and master music or design a skate park that produces the biggest thrills?
Optical illusion with black squares, grey grid, and white dots. The illusion makes it look like black dots are moving around inside the white dots. Discover it’s not what you see but how you see that matters
Miniature Tesla coil with arcs of electricity branching out It’s Electric brings the science and history of electricity to life through an introduction to the types and uses of electricity
Toddler girl in a yellow shirt holding half circle shapes in front of her eyes with green and red see through panels Learning is fun with developmentally appropriate activities
Three portrait panels in black frames sit on a wavy rainbow wall Queer and intersectional identities are revolutionizing how science gets done
A dark image with electric blue lines shooting towards the viewer down a hallway. The far end of the hallway has a group of people stand, walking, and running towards the viewer. 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
Man wearing VR headset An eye-popping, virtual reality adventure simulator
Aerial photo of a manmade river cut through the desert Explore the diverse sources of San Diego’s water and the methods of delivering and processing it
Middle school aged girl with adult man playing with a lightbulb exhibit Interactive experiences let you understand how electricity is generated and how we all can conserve energy
View of Earth from space with cities lit up Immerse yourself in four interactive areas in this gallery while understanding new discoveries about our Earth, Sun, Solar System and Universe
Woman tinkering with colored paper on a cutting mat Everyone has an eXciting, innovative side, and Studio X is a place where families can eXplore it
Two women playing in a white ball pit Sink into the Fleet’s ball pool
A girl and man interacting with a science exhibit shaped like a car Explore fundamental concepts of biomimicry

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

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Child pointing at dome screen in Heikoff Giant Dome Theater

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Fleet Science Center Gift Guide 2023 with wrapped present below the text

The Fleet Science Center 2023 Gift Guide

Unwrap the Magic of Science! This holiday season, celebrate the joy of giving while connecting with the power of science.

Fleet Science Center Partners with La Jolla Institute for Immunology

The Fleet Science Center is collaborating with scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) for the Fleet’s upcoming Sharp Minds lecture series. 

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

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