Quest Science Center Announces 8th Annual Tri-Valley Innovation Fair

LIVERMORE, Calif. (February 2, 2026)—Quest Science Center (Quest) is thrilled to announce the 8th Annual Tri-Valley Innovation Fair - presented by Quest; returning to the Alameda County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Admission to the Tri-Valley Innovation Fair is free to the public, takes place indoors and outside, and is open from 10AM to 5PM.

Quest presents the Tri-Valley Innovation Fair as its signature annual event, a highlight among the 20,000 annual visitors to Quest mobile programs across the East Bay and San Joaquin County regions. The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair is the region’s can’t-miss, hands-on science program and is designed for curious minds of every age to explore, experiment, and discover together. Across 70+ interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, performances, and learning moments throughout the day, attendees can dive into everything from engineering challenges to creative tech, meeting the scientists, educators, students, and companies who bring big ideas to life right here in the Tri-Valley.

“The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair is more than a one-day celebration—it’s a cornerstone of Quest Science Center’s ongoing mission and our promise to keep building equitable access to high-quality, hands-on learning across the Tri-Valley and beyond year after year. As the presenting organization”,  says Michael Mosby, Interim Executive Director of Quest, “we’re thrilled to welcome thousands of regional residents to explore, enjoy immersive exhibits, and connect with the people and ideas shaping what’s next for the Tri-Valley.

Powered by Quest Science Center and made possible through sponsors, volunteers, and community collaboration, the Tri-Valley Innovation Fair continues to grow as a shared community tradition—and a welcoming on-ramp for anyone who wants to support STEM learning and opportunity in the region.

A key sponsor, Intersect Power’s Salma Abdelfattah, Community Engagement shares, “The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair has become one of the region’s most anticipated programs for science and innovation—bringing thousands of attendees together in a single day of discovery, Intersect Power is proud to sponsor an experience that helps families explore, learn, and imagine what’s next.”

Fully supported by sponsors, volunteers, and community organizations, the Innovation Fair invites you to join its growing network of contributors. By participating in the Innovation Fair, we can help ignite curiosity, expand access to STEM learning and empower young minds. This event attracts thousands of attendees annually from families to educators to industry leaders. Sponsors and exhibitors gain meaningful visibility within a highly engaged audience.

Registration is now open for exhibitors and attendees. For more information, please visit https://quest-science.org/innovation-fair/.

About Quest Science Center

Quest Science Center (Quest) is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit, community-based science organization in the Tri-Valley that brings hands-on STEM learning directly into neighborhoods, schools, and public spaces. Rather than a single building, Quest operates as a “science center without walls,” creating welcoming, inclusive experiences that spark curiosity for all ages. 

Established in 2018, Quest annually engages with 20,000+ individuals through community based science programs, executing 50+ educational events across the region, supporting dozens of youth interns and volunteers in leadership.

For more information on Quest, visit https://quest-science.org/