Saturday, August 8, 2026
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Water Street, Woods Hole, MA
Join us for a day of discovery at the Woods Hole Science Stroll! This free, family-friendly celebration showcases the incredible ocean science happening in Woods Hole through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and opportunities to meet scientists from Woods Hole’s six major science institutions, the U.S. Coast Guard, and local environmental and education organizations.
Enjoy science demonstrations, children’s activities, a special performance by Boston Dance Theater and WHOI musicians, a noon U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue demonstration, and tours of Coast Guard vessels. There’s something for everyone—come experience a day of science, exploration, and fun! Visit woodsholesciencestroll.org for details.
Participating Science Organizations:
1. NOAA Dock
NOAA’s Northeast Fisheries Science Center
2. Waterfront Park
Buzzards Bay Coalition
Falmouth Pond Coalition
Falmouth Water Stewards
Jewel Cobb Action Coalition
ResilientWoodsHole
United States Geological Survey (USGS)
Woods Hole Science and Technology Education Partnership (WHSTEP)
Woodwell Climate Research Center
Children’s School of Science
Oyster Pond Environmental Trust
3. MBL Pierce Exhibit Center and Gift Shop
4. Marine Biological Laboratory
5. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI)
Cape Cod Blue Economy Foundation
Cape Cod Radio
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
Falmouth Public Schools
Falmouth Academy
WHOI Broader Impacts Group
WHOI Sea Grant
Sea Education Association (SEA)
6. WHOI Redfield Auditorium
Woods Hole Film Festival
7. WHOI Ocean Science Discovery Center
8. Woods Hole Historical Museum (WHHM)
9. Woods Hole Community Hall
Boston Dance Theater
10. United States Coast Guard Boat Tours
Parking
There is limited off street parking in Woods Hole. We encourage people to ride their bikes or take the WHOOSH Trolley to Woods Hole Village.