Aren't heading out on fall vacation? No need to stay bored! As I shared last year, the Generation Discover Festival is set to deliver another unforgettable experience. Bring your kids aged 8-14 for five days of hands-on science and technology. The Generation Discover Festival runs from October 17 to 21, 2020, in The Hague—and best of all, it's free! A must-do for autumn holidays.
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With a focus on young people aged 8 to 14, the festival offers engaging activities tailored just for them.
Explore 8 futuristic hubs packed with interactive exhibits on energy, urban innovations, mini-labs, and cybersecurity.
These topics come alive through fun, hands-on sessions that highlight the role of science and innovation. Kids can:
How exciting is that?
For more details, visit the festival's official website.
This educational outing sparks curiosity—and might even lead to events like the Bright Day Tech festival later on.
Rapid advancements in science and technology are shaping our world. Over five days, kids discover these innovations and how they support the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Shell, partnering with experts, hosts this festival for the third year to inspire creative, innovative thinking in children. Check out highlights from last year's event below.
Generation Discover Festival and Bright Ideas Challenge
Linked to the Bright Ideas Challenge for primary school groups 7-8, this online program provides interactive lessons to spark sustainable ideas.
Winners are celebrated at the festival, with Shell and partners evaluating ideas for real-world potential. Inspiring stuff!
It's part of broader initiatives to excite youth about future tech possibilities.
Complementing programs like the Jet-Net program for secondary students, Shell Eco-marathon for teams, and New Energy Challenge for young entrepreneurs.
Held at the Malieveld site in The Hague. See the site map below to plan your visit.
Admission is free, but secure tickets in advance for guaranteed entry. I'm taking my kids on Friday, October 19—hope to see you there!
