Event Details
On April 6th, Join us for City of STEM + Los Angeles Maker Faire!
Southern California's largest celebration of science, making, creativity, invention, and fun will be free and open to the public with hands-on activities, amazing experiences, workshops, lectures and appearances by famous creators and science celebrities! This event reflects the diversity of the greater Los Angeles region and promotes access to science and creativity for all! This event is a combination of City of STEM and Los Angeles Maker Faire. The event will also include content in Spanish.
City of STEM + Los Angeles Maker Faire is a FREE, non-ticketed event. All are welcome.
WHO Presents: Columbia Memorial Space Center& Los Angeles Public Library
WHAT: City of STEM Festival & LA Maker Faire
WHEN: Saturday, April 6, 2024—9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Los Angeles State Historic Park,
1245 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
COST: Free!
The event is outdoors and is rain or shine. Please plan accordingly. Most events and exhibitors will be on the grass lawn.
This event is produced by:
Event Map
Full List of Exhibitors
Location & Transportation Details
The City of STEM kickoff is located at Los Angeles State Historic Park.
1245 N Spring St,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Go Metro! Public transportation is a great option for traveling to the event.
By Train: Take the A Line to Chinatown Station. The south entrance to the park is a 2 minute walk from the station.
By Bus: Take the 76 Bus Line to Chinatown Station. The south entrance to the park is a 2 minute walk from the station.
Union Station: The event location is approximately 1 mile from Union Station.
By Car: Free parking will be available from 7a.m.–7p.m. at Dodger Stadium, Lot 13. Free shuttle service is available to transport you from Lot 13 to the event. Shuttles will run about every 10 minutes between both locations. Note: You must exit Dodger Stadium by 7p.m.. The Lot will be locked promptly at 7p.m.
Lot 13 is the open lot adjacent to Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center, located at 1700 Stadium Way, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Parking is extremely limited; we advise using public transportation or ride-sharing. There is limited street parking near the Los Angeles State Historic Park; please obey all posted parking restrictions and be respectful of local residents and businesses.
Food & Water
Food
Food trucks selling a variety of cuisine will be at the event. There is a snack stand at the south end of the park, as well as many restaurants in the vicinity, including nearby Chinatown. However, you are also welcome to pack your own snacks and enjoy a picnic on the lawn!
Water
You are welcome to bring water and refillable water bottles. Drinking water will be available while supplies last at designated stations.
Workshops, MainStage Performances, Magic & Live Music
Enter our Raffle!
While a ticket is not needed to attend City of STEM + Los Angeles Maker Faire, if you would like to be entered into a raffle for a special prize, we encourage you to register on Eventbrite at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/city-of-stem-la-maker-faire-tickets-840500127507
A winner will be announced during the opening program at the Main Stage between 10 - 11a.m. the morning of the event. Attendees must be present at the time of the announcement in order to win. Your Eventbrite registration also helps us get an estimated attendee count and will allow us to email any pertinent event information in advance.