Speciality Acts
Open All Day, inside and outside
William & Mary's 15th Annual Physics Open House
October 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wild Physics Demo Shows
Show start times: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm
Nobel Inspired Public Lecture
12:00 PM - 1.00 PM
by Prof. Patricia Vahle
Science Rodeo Tour
Experience first hand the Small Hall Research facilities and meet scientists in their natural habitat
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Participating research groups and locations to be posted
Student Research Talk Quickdraw
Sign up to participate and win $100 grand prize!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Personality Quiz
Available in the registration desks on site, or online after the event!
Other Resources
Coloring pages, Book recommendations - Available Anytime!
About PhysicsFest
PhysicsFest started at William & Mary in 2010, and since then it became a beloved Physics Department tradition. Every homecoming weekend, we opens our doors to the alumni and to the public to celebrate the wonder of physics. We have fun activities, exciting tours, tasty treats, and so much more!
Parking is available to the public at the Parking Garage on Ukrop Way.