Join us at the 2025 Nikola Tesla Expo to experience an unforgettable evening filled with groundbreaking exhibits, hands-on activities, and inspiring discoveries for all ages. Explore the latest in science and technology, and celebrate the legacy of Nikola Tesla at his historic Wardenclyffe laboratory.
Plus, don’t miss Long Island’s Largest Drone Light Show—a dazzling tribute to Tesla’s vision of wireless power and communication, lighting up the sky in a spectacular display!
EXCITING EXPERIENCES
Drone Light Show!
A breathtaking aerial performance by Sky Elements Drone Shows, illuminating the night sky in honor of Nikola Tesla’s birthday. Witness the magic as the sky comes alive with stunning visuals, paying tribute to Nikola Tesla’s groundbreaking contributions to science and technology.
INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS
Robotics & Automation
Electric Vehicles
Energy Storage
Renewable Energy
Makerspace Displays
Radio & Electronics
Space Exploration
Past & Future: Nikola Tesla’s Legacy
Get Tickets
Purchase your tickets now for Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 5 to 9 PM at Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (rain date: July 19). This year’s Expo will feature an awe-inspiring Drone Light Show by Sky Elements Drone Shows, lighting up the night sky in honor of Nikola Tesla’s birthday. In addition, expect an exciting mix of interactive exhibits, hands-on experiences, and visionary showcases designed to engage tech enthusiasts, families, and industry leaders alike.
Sponsor the Expo
Align Your Brand with Innovation & Inspiration
Join us at the 2025 Nikola Tesla Expo, where science, technology, and innovation come to life! As a sponsor, you’ll be part of an electrifying event that attracts tech enthusiasts, families, industry leaders, and innovators, all celebrating the legacy of Nikola Tesla. Your brand will be front and center in a high-energy environment filled with cutting-edge experiences.
For a manual registration form, click here.
Exhibit at the Expo
Showcase your products, services, and ideas at the 2025 Nikola Tesla Expo, an immersive celebration of science, technology, and innovation inspired by the legacy of Nikola Tesla. As an exhibitor, you’ll engage directly with tech enthusiasts, curious families, educators, and industry leaders in a high-energy environment filled with interactive experiences. Put your brand at the forefront of discovery and make powerful connections with a passionate, future-focused audience.
For a manual registration form, click here.
Volunteer
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FAQ
Q: What is the Nikola Tesla Expo 2025?
A: Nikola Tesla Expo 2025 is a public celebration of science, technology, and innovation inspired by Nikola Tesla. The event features hands-on exhibits, electric vehicles, robotics, renewable energy displays, and an electrifying drone light show. All designed to inspire the next generation of inventors.
Q: When and where is the event?
A: The Expo will be held on July 12, 2025, from 5:00–9:00 PM at 5 Randall Road, Shoreham, NY, on the historic grounds of Nikola Tesla’s last remaining laboratory.
Q: Is there an entry fee?
A: The event is low-cost, with a focus on accessibility for all. Some premium activities or vendor goods may have individual costs.
Q: What makes the Drone Light Show special?
A: Our drone show, powered by Sky Elements, is a 100% electric, zero-emissions spectacle designed as a sustainable alternative to fireworks. It pays tribute to Nikola Tesla’s invention of the teleautomaton—history’s first remote-controlled device—and lights up the night sky in celebration of his 169th birthday.
Q: Why are drones being used instead of fireworks?
A: Traditional fireworks can harm the environment, disturb wildlife, and pose risks to human health. Our drone show offers a breathtaking, climate-conscious alternative that aligns with Nikola Tesla’s vision of innovation in harmony with nature. Nikola Tesla, a pioneer of technology, also had a deep love for the natural world, especially birds. In his later years, he found peace feeding pigeons in New York City parks. For Nikola Tesla, nature was more than inspiration, it was a source of beauty, comfort, and emotional connection.
Q: What kinds of exhibits will be at the Expo?
A: Interactive exhibits span robotics, renewable energy, space exploration, electric vehicles, radio tech, and more. You’ll also find makerspaces, Tesla Coils, anime + STEAM clubs, and VR experiences that make science fun for people of all ages.
Q: Is this event good for kids and families?
A: Absolutely! We’ve designed the Expo to be immersive and hands-on, with eco-engineering workshops, kid-friendly exhibits, and plenty of educational fun for the whole family.
Q: How can I become a sponsor or exhibitor?
A: You can register here or download our manual registration form. Sponsoring this event aligns your brand with innovation, environmental impact, and community empowerment. Q: Who else is involved?
A: Past and present partners include Brookhaven National Lab, NOAA, Drone Club, NYU ITP, Stony Brook University, local makerspaces, libraries, and industry leaders in tech, education, and sustainability.
Q: How can I help at the event?
A: We’re looking for volunteers to assist with logistics, activities, and visitor engagement. You can sign up here to join our amazing team and make a difference.
Q: Do I need experience to volunteer?
A: Not at all! We welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. We’ll provide all the training and support you need to help us pull off a seamless and inspiring event.
Q: What’s the mission behind the Nikola Tesla Expo?
A: The Expo is more than a party—it’s a movement. It connects Nikola Tesla’s legacy with modern environmental innovation, offering underserved communities access to STEM opportunities and celebrating technology that uplifts people and the planet.
Q: Why is Nikola Tesla’s legacy important today?
A: Nikola Tesla was an early advocate for renewable energy, global connectivity, and technology as a tool for human progress. His ideas, once overlooked, are now more relevant than ever in a world facing climate change and tech inequality.
Q: Where can I park?
A: On site parking is limited, but there parking attendants will be on-site to point you to the right direction. Please follow posted signs and directions on arrival.
Q: Is the event accessible?
A: Yes, with some limitations. Our team is committed to providing an inclusive experience. The event takes place on open grass areas, which may present challenges for some mobility devices. If you have specific accessibility needs, please email us at [email protected] so we can work with you to provide the best possible accommodations.
Media Information
Nikola Tesla’s Birthday Celebration – A Day of Science, Technology, and Innovation
On July 12, 2025, thousands will gather at Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe to celebrate the birthday of Nikola Tesla, one of history’s greatest inventors and visionaries. The Nikola Tesla Expo 2025 is a community celebration of Nikola Tesla’s enduring legacy and the spirit of innovation that continues to shape our world.
At the heart of the Expo is the Drone Light Show, a spectacular aerial performance inspired by Nikola Tesla’s 1898 invention of the teleautomaton, the world’s first wireless-controlled device. The show will bring Nikola Tesla’s groundbreaking ideas to life through synchronized drones, music, and live narration—highlighting how his genius paved the way for technologies we use today, including wireless communication, robotics, and drone technology.
The Drone Light Show: Nikola Tesla’s Vision in the Sky
Produced by Sky Elements Drone Shows, the Teleautomaton Drone Light Show transforms the night sky into a moving tribute to Nikola Tesla’s innovations. Rather than traditional fireworks, this cutting-edge drone display uses technology and storytelling to honor the man whose imagination changed the world.
Set to music and guided by narration, the drones will animate Nikola Tesla’s breakthroughs and their modern-day impact—from clean energy and aviation to automation and beyond.
A Day of Discovery, Learning, and Celebration
The drone show is the grand finale to an afternoon of family-friendly programming that blends STEM education, creativity, and community engagement.
Highlights include:
- Hands-on workshops where kids and families can experiment with robotics, and explore wireless technologies.
- Interactive exhibits covering energy, design, and innovation.
- Opportunities to meet scientists, engineers, inventors, and makers from partner organizations, including Brookhaven National Lab, and more.
Our mission: to inspire the next generation of innovators, just as Nikola Tesla once inspired the world.
Why We’re Doing This
The Nikola Tesla Expo 2025 is more than just a celebration—it’s an invitation for all ages to explore the intersection of history, technology, and creativity.
It also honors the vibrant communities of Long Island, providing unique educational opportunities and accessible experiences for families and students from across the region.
By blending history, innovation, and hands-on learning, the Expo reflects Nikola Tesla’s belief that science and technology should be used to improve lives and expand human potential.
Who Was Nikola Tesla?
Nikola Tesla (1856–1943) was a trailblazer in electricity, wireless communication, robotics, and renewable energy. His inventions and ideas laid the groundwork for much of today’s technological world.
His story is one of creativity, resilience, and an unwavering belief in the power of innovation to shape a better future—a legacy we proudly celebrate each year on his birthday.
About Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (TSCW)
Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (TSCW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Nikola Tesla’s final laboratory and continuing his mission through education, innovation, and public engagement.
The mission of TSCW is to develop the site of Nikola Tesla’s last remaining laboratory into a transformative global science center that embraces his bold spirit of invention, provides innovative learning experiences, fosters the advancement of new technologies, and preserves his legacy in the Tesla Museum.
Read more about our journey and vision for the future.
Why Wardenclyffe?
Wardenclyffe was Nikola Tesla’s last working laboratory—a place where he pursued some of his most visionary projects. Today, it stands as a symbol of creativity, perseverance, and hope.
By hosting the Nikola Tesla Expo 2025 at Wardenclyffe, we honor the past while empowering today’s thinkers, dreamers, and problem-solvers to imagine the future.
Read more about the history of Wardenclyffe.
Press & Media Inquiries
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Contact us
Questions about the event, email us at [email protected] or call (631) 886.2632
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