Science Festival 2026 at École Polytechnique: activities, tours and an escape room this Saturday

Initiated by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research in 1991, the Science Festival marks its 35th edition this year! This nationwide event, held in several French cities, invites the public to explore the world of science in a warm, welcoming setting. On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the École Polytechnique  will host visitors, offering opportunities to meet scientists and discover their professions through fun, interactive activities.

This year, the École Polytechnique is pulling out all the stops, with a host of events designed to raise visitors' awareness of science and the progress of research. Founded in 1794 in Palaiseau under the name École centrale des travaux publics , in response to the shortage of engineers and senior executives in France, theÉcole Polytechnique has trained many engineers and military personnel over the past 220 years. Famous graduates include Henri Poincaré (mathematician), Henri Becquerel (physicist), Valéry Giscard d'Estain, Jean Tirole (economist) and André Citroën (industrialist).

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Science Festival 2026 in Île-de-France: workshops, tours, experiments… free outings on the program
The 2026 Science Festival runs from October 2 to 12 in Paris and across Île-de-France, offering many free events for the general public and families. Open laboratories, demonstrations, meetings, performances, and hands-on workshops make up the program for this 35th edition. [Read more]

What’s on the agenda for the 2026 Science Festival at Polytechnique:

Don't forget to register for the events of your choice: places may be limited. A great opportunity to celebrate science in style, again this year!