PCC Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday - Fall 2026

FREE! Pasadena City College (PCC) presents STEM Saturdays - hands-on fun experiments in a college classroom for high school students
About this Event

These workshops will be led by PCC faculty and student mentors dedicated to providing you with an enriching experience.

Come learn about black holes, some of the most fascinating objects in the Universe! These bend the fabric of the Universe so much that not even light itself can escape them, and if you get too close to one, your body will be spaghettified into a tube 1 atom thick. The coolest part is that they really exist in outer space! We’ll discuss Einstein’s theory of General Relativity, participate in a hands-on interactive activity to explore spacetime, and brainstorm how to observe astrophysical black holes, including the supermassive black hole at the center of our own galaxy. We will also discuss career pathways in physics, astrophysics, and astronomy!

[Note: this is a repeat activity from previous Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday events if you attended before.]

This FREE EVENT is for high school students (one parent/guardian per student is welcome to join). There is no cost to attend but space is limited - register early! Register for as many Saturdays as you’d like.

The event begins at 9am and ends at noon. Make sure to arrive 10 minutes early to check-in for the event.

An official registration packet will be sent prior to each STEM Saturday event via email.

FAQs

Where do I drop-off my student or park for the event?

Parking for attendees is available in PCC Parking Lot 3, entered on S. Hill Ave, or Lot 4, entered on E Del Mar.

For student drop-off, the drop-off site is located in Lot 3 ; enter on S. Hill Ave.

Click here for a map of the PCC campus.

Will my student be chaperoned at all times during the event?

PCC faculty and student mentors will be present in the classroom area the whole time. PCC is not liable for students who decide to wander away from the event.

Will food be served as part of the event?

No food or drinks will be available at the event. If you’d like a snack, bring your own. There will be a break where you can enjoy any snacks or drinks that you bring.

What safety measures will be implemented?

All attendees will be provided with necessary personal protective equipment. All attendees need to sign the safety agreement specific for each activity.