Mad Science in Salt Lake City: Fire, Foam and Flight to Spark Young Minds

SALT LAKE CITY OTHER FIELD GUIDE

Mad Science in Salt Lake City: Fire, Foam and Flight to Spark Young Minds

Mad Science (Greater Salt Lake) stages 1–2 hour assemblies in Salt Lake City that pair dramatic demonstrations — from air‑pressure hovercrafts to dry‑ice storms and explosive foam finales — with interactive STEM lessons for kids.

Mad Science in Salt Lake City: Fire, Foam and Flight to Spark Young Minds.

Duration
1-2 hours
Location
Salt Lake City
Operator
Mad Science (Greater Salt Lake)
Category
Other
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Experience the wonder of science with Mad Science’s assemblies in Salt Lake City: a roster of themed shows that turn air pressure, chemistry and physics into hands‑on spectacle so children leave curious and excited.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SPECTACLE

Fire and Ice: Dry‑ice storms and chemistry you can see

The Fire and Ice show delivers foggy dry‑ice storms, showers of carbon‑dioxide‑filled bubbles, flames in a bottle and chemistry demonstrations that appear almost magical—designed to thrill audiences of all ages.

THE PHYSICS

Up, Up and Away: Air pressure and flight

Up, Up and Away introduces children to air‑pressure principles with everyday objects that take flight, a working hovercraft demonstration and colorful streamer explosions that make the physics tangible.

THE INTERACTION

Spin, Pop, Boom and More: Foam, volunteers and curriculum tie‑ins

High‑energy shows like Spin, Pop, Boom mix gravity‑defying physics, chemical reactions and an explosive foam finale; assemblies include interactive moments and volunteer participation to reinforce STEM learning.

What the day feels like

What the assembly feels like

A Mad Science assembly unfolds as a theatrical classroom: a presenter leads themed demonstrations—air pressure, chemistry, space technologies or public‑health chemistry—invites audience volunteers, and finishes with a high‑impact moment (dry ice storms, foam explosions or hovercraft demonstrations) over the course of about an hour to two hours.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from a Mad Science assembly in Salt Lake City.

1
Families with young childrenIdeal: the shows are designed to amaze kids and spark curiosity across age groups and sizes.
2
Elementary schools & librariesIdeal: library‑themed shows and assemblies align with summer reading programs and school programming.
3
Middle school STEM classesWell suited: high‑energy events like Spin, Pop, Boom are noted to elicit strong reactions from middle school audiences.
4
Event organizers and principalsAppropriate: programming includes special themes such as Be Tobacco Free that are often used for Red Ribbon Week and school assemblies, with options for presenter’s choice if unsure what to pick.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Assemblies run about 1 to 2 hours.

Meeting & Logistics

Request the event address from the client; the operator schedules the assembly at the provided location.

What to Bring

No specific gear requirements are provided in the supplied event details.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does a Mad Science assembly last?

Each assembly runs approximately 1 to 2 hours.

Who operates these shows in Salt Lake City?

Mad Science (Greater Salt Lake) is the operator for these assemblies.

What age groups are the assemblies intended for?

Assemblies are presented as suitable for all ages and are designed to engage children of various sizes and grade levels.

Where do the shows take place?

Organizers should request the event address from the client so the operator can schedule the assembly at the specified location.

What show themes are available?

Available themes include Up, Up and Away; Fire and Ice; Space Exploration; Spin, Pop, Boom; Be Tobacco Free; library‑themed shows; and Presenter’s Choice.

Are there interactive elements or volunteer participation?

Yes—many assemblies include volunteer participation, dramatic demonstrations and interactive moments that reinforce STEM lessons.