Nerd the Halls: Holiday Hits & Science Bits

Celebrate the season with an unforgettable first-ever holiday edition of Science on Tap! A festive 90-minute celebration featuring original nerdy holiday music, and short, funny science talks on seasonal themes. Equal parts concert, comedy show, and science café, it’s the perfect holiday outing for the scientifically curious.The evening features The PDX Broadsides, Portland’s favorite nerdy musical trio (featuring regular emcee Dr. Jess Hebert), performing their beloved collection of original nerdy holiday favorites, interspersed with special guests giving fast-paced, entertaining talks exploring the science of the holidays.

Expect clever songs, curious science, seasonal surprises, and more than a few bad puns as we explore the holidays through the lenses of research, creativity, and fun. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for a unique holiday night out, this 90-minute spectacular promises laughter, learning, and plenty of nerdy holiday magic.The PDX Broadsides are a Portland pop-folk trio known for tight harmonies, sharp lyrics, and exuberant live performances. Since forming in 2011, they’ve built a catalog that moves easily between humor and sincerity, drawing inspiration from relationships, mental health, science, storytelling, pop culture, and the everyday absurdities of being human. The band has performed Dragon Con, Rose City Comic Con, and OryCon, and their songwriting has earned four Pegasus Award nominations.