Science and Engineering Fair

The Science and Engineering Fair offers students in grades 4–12 the opportunity to design and present original scientific research or engineering projects. Students investigate real-world questions, apply the scientific method, and share their findings with judges and peers.

Outstanding projects advance to the California Science and Engineering Fair, with select students qualifying for national and international competitions.

For sponsorship inquiries, please visit our 2027 Student Academic Events Sponsorship page. For additional information regarding the 2026-2027 competition, please contact Yadira Chavelas.

Important Dates:

Monday, August 17, 2026	Program Launch - Coordinator Packet Available
Wednesday, September 2, 2026	Intent to Participate Form Deadline
Monday, February 1, 2027	Registration Materials Deadline Includes: District Summary Sheet and zFairs account creation
Monday, February 8, 2027	Projects due in zFairs
Friday, February 26, 2027	Science and Engineering Fair Project Set-up and Judging \| 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Riverside Convention Center \| 3637 Fifth St., Riverside, CA
Saturday, February 27, 2026	Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair Public Viewing l 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony l 12:00 p.m. Riverside Convention Center \| 3637 Fifth St., Riverside, CA
TBD	California Science & Engineering Fair TBD
Saturday-Friday, May 8-14, 2026	International Science and Engineering Fair Los Angeles, CA