Sierra Streams Fest is a family friendly event hosted by Sierra Streams Institute in celebration of its 30th Anniversary. This event focuses on the connection between art, science and our community through meaningful experiences and partnerships, and opportunities to engage in hands-on activities and discussions around the science of where we live. Event attendees will learn about our holistic approach to environmental science, watershed monitoring, and forest ecology through hands-on activities and demonstrations. This event seeks to spark curiosity connecting the process of art and science by partnering with local science and art institutions with the hope of making science feel more approachable.

Event Information:

Date: May 16, 2026

Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm 

Location: Pioneer Park

Cost to Public: Free

Performance Schedule

Time Activity Schedule

Most of our interactive science and art activities are drop in, but be sure to check out these timed experiences. Sign up for your time slot at the SSI Information booth:

Our Partners who you will see at Sierra Streams Fest

• SYRCL
• BYLT
• Embodiment Dance Collective
• Nevada County OES
• Wolf Creek Community Alliance
• CHIRP
• US Forest Service
• Gold Country Fly Fishers
• FireSafe Coalition of Nevada County

Thank you to our Sponsors

• Judy Seabridge
• Bob Branstrom
• Tricounties Bank
• River Valley Community Bank
• Al Dover