Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio

Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio offers hands-on science activities that include chemistry, physics, rocket engineering, Mad Science slime, and chemical reactions. Children take part in cool and interactive demonstrations, science shows, stage shows, fun stations, fun centers, and science workshops.

• Ages: 4–11 years old

Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio is part of Mad Science, which was founded in 1985 in Montreal, Canada, by Ariel Shlien and Ron Shlien. Mad Science states that its mission is to inspire children through science, sparking lifelong imagination and curiosity. Mad Science of Austin & San Antonio is described as a leading science enrichment provider that delivers unique, hands-on science experiences for kids through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and summer camps. Mad Science programs use an inquiry-based learning approach and are described as as entertaining as they are educational. Mad Science workshops are curriculum correlated to state and provincial standards. Mad Science birthday parties feature high-energy, interactive shows that come to families, are described as mess-free and hassle-free, and include a stated satisfaction guarantee. Mad Science camp is described as happening all over the Austin & San Antonio area this summer, and Mad Science offers in-school programs, special events and assemblies, science class programs, workshops, and science camps that they can bring to families or schools. Mad Science is now a global enrichment company with over 150 locations in more than 20 countries and has over 30 years in business. Mad Science brings hands-on science to millions of children every year and has a stated vision that every year, 5 million children experience Mad Science.

Last updated February 11, 2026.