[Physics-talks] You're Invited: Physics & Astronomy Open House at UCR Homecoming 2026

[Celina Yamakawa]

Dear Colleagues,

The Department of Physics & Astronomy warmly invites you, your family, and
friends to join us for our Physics & Astronomy Open House as part of CNAS
Science Day at UCR Homecoming 2026!

   - *Saturday, November 7, 2026*
   - *1:00 PM – 4:00 PM*
   - *Physics Courtyard, in front of the Physics 2000 Lecture Hall*

[image: Courtyard II.jpg]

Join us for exciting hands-on demos, physics shows, and lab tours!

As a celebration of scientific discovery, the Department of Physics &
Astronomy will be hosting a Physics & Astronomy Open House as part of CNAS
Science Day at UCR Homecoming. Stop by the welcome table near the Physics
2000 Lecture Hall and explore a collection of fascinating experiments,
participate in hands-on activities, experience guided laboratory tours, and
enjoy thrilling physics demonstration shows. Visitors can also complete
experiment challenges for a chance to win prizes.

This family-friendly event is open to all ages, and we encourage you to
share this invitation with colleagues, students, friends, and family
members who may be interested. Please see the attached flyer for additional
information and photos from previous outreach events. We look forward to
welcoming you to the Physics & Astronomy Open House!

Please register by using the QR code on the flyer or the link below:
Register *Here
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zAQWy83xgFrl2O8HVoaCgyJMjhz2K7mAvZmQyTzH58o/edit>
*

Complimentary parking will be available with registration in the following
lots:


   - *Blue*: 1, 6, 24
   - *Gold*: All Gold Lots
   - *Car Registration <https://www.offstreet.io/events/2YK1UF4C>*

Please register your vehicle by 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 7 to take
advantage of complimentary parking.

We look forward to welcoming you and your loved ones for a fun-filled
afternoon of physics, astronomy, discovery, and exploration. We hope to see
you there!


-- 


Celina Yamakawa

Assistant to the Department Chair | Administrative & Events Coordinator

Physics & Astronomy Department

900 University Ave
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/900+University+Ave?entry=gmail&source=g>,
Physics Bldg. RM 3047B, Riverside CA 92521
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