Science Events in Boston

Stay up-to-date with all of the life science events taking place in the Greater Boston area with the Science in Boston events calendar! From academia to industry and biotech to pharma, our events calendar is your complete source for life science conferences, symposiums, networking, and workshops in Boston. We even cover science pub nights and science fundraisers!

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  • Cambridge Science Carnival

    MIT Museum 314 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    A family-friendly science extravaganza, Carnival is a beloved yearly highlight of the Cambridge STEAM calendar and features over 100 activity booths and demonstrations, with live music and installations, including the...

  • An Ocean (Re)Introduction

    MIT Museum 314 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Emmy Award-winning storyteller and explorer Richard Vevers invites you to see the ocean in a completely new way. Best known for his work on the Netflix documentary Chasing Coral and...

    Free – $15

  • The Medtech Conference 2026

    Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) 415 Summer St., Boston, MA, United States

    The MedTech Conference is a premier global gathering of medical technology leaders, hosted by AdvaMed. Taking place October 18–21, 2026, in Boston, the event brings together top industry executives and...

  • Discovery After Dark

    Broad Institute 415 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Get ready for a night of discovery, celebration, and scientific wonders at this year's "Discovery After Dark" event, brought to you by the Broad Discovery Center and Operation Outbreak! Join us on...

  • ACORN Summit

    Boston University

    The Big Tree ACORN Summit— presented in partnership with Boston University Questrom School of Business— brings together industry leaders, investors and innovators to advance healthcare innovation and collaboration. At ACORN,...

  • Comparative Neuroscience: Lessons from Biodiversity

    Singleton Auditorium 43 Vassar St, Cambridge, MA, United States

    The Picower Institute Fall 2026 Symposium "Comparative Neuroscience: Lessons from Biodiversity" Animal behavior is incredibly diverse, from insect to human societies; from jellyfish jet propulsion to flying bats. This symposium...

  • Living Water: A Lo-TEK Experience

    MIT Museum 314 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Julia Watson and Melissa Hunter Gurney explore what water teaches us about resilience, ancestral wisdom, and living technologies. Join us for a dynamic public lecture and dialogue exploring ancestral wisdom...

  • After Dark: Decoding Whales and Dolphins

    MIT Museum 314 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Discover the hidden world of whales and dolphins. Experience talks, hands-on activities, and immersive installations that celebrate these incredible creatures. Featured Activities: At 7:00 pm, join marine biologist Laela Sayigh...

  • A Pox on Fools

    MIT Museum 314 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Join us for an engaging evening with author Thomas Levenson as he discusses his new book, "A Pox on Fools: The True Believers, Grifters, and Cynics Who Convinced Us to...