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Quest Presents: Soap Bubble Explorations (Livermore)

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Saturday, May 9, 2026 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Advanced Registration Recommended

Stockmens Park | 29 South Livermore Ave, Livermore, CA

Event Details

Join Quest Science Center for a fun, hands-on SPARKs event all about bubbles!

At Soap Bubble Explorations, participants of all ages can experiment with how bubbles form, explore different shapes and sizes, and discover the science behind these everyday wonders. It is a playful, interactive experience designed to spark curiosity through simple materials and creative exploration.

Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Quest Plaza at Stockmen’s Park, Livermore

Free and open to all ages!

Drop in and explore at your own pace.

Learn more at quest-science.org

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Advanced Registration Recommended
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Lectures & Workshops, Outdoors
Venue: Stockmens Park
Address: 29 South Livermore Ave, Livermore, CA

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