Maryland STEM Festival

12th annual

2026 theme · Artificial Intelligence

DAY 23

Today at the Festival

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Discover events happening across Maryland throughout the Festival.

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Worcester County Library

STEM Fest: ChompSaw Cardboard Challenge

When

November 7, 2026 · 9:00 am–5:00 pm

Where

Snow Hill Branch, Snow Hill

Cost

Free

Best for

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

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Stop by the library any time this week to use our kid-safe cutting tool to make fun and fantastical cardboard creations.

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2026 Maryland STEM Festival

October 16 – November 15

Maryland STEM Festival brings hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences to students, families, educators, and communities across the state.

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Building, Engineering & Making

37 upcoming events

Math & Problem Solving

9 upcoming events

Maryland STEM Ambassador Program

STEM Ambassador Program

Even if you missed the July 27th meeting, we will still welcome Middle and High School students to our Ambassador Program. Learn about being a Maryland STEM Festival Ambassador here. Email us at Phil@marylandstemfestival.org to join the program or with questions.

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12^Th Maryland STEM FESTIVAL

CLOSING CEREMONY
November 15^Th 1-3pm

This free event will celebrate the 2026 Maryland STEM Festival, featuring a variety of STEM activities and demonstrations from different MC components and other area STEM organizations. Participating organizations will be added as event gets closer.

Details

2026 Maryland STEM Festival Closing Ceremony, Sunday November 15, 1–3 p.m., Montgomery College Germantown Campus.

Our Mission

We’re Here To Make STEM Happen!

A Month Long Celebration!

The Maryland STEM Festival is a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics that takes place every Fall. In 2026, we’ll be bringing hundreds of events focused on fun, interactive science learning opportunities. Students, families, friends, STEM professionals, teachers, and volunteers will all enjoy events taking place throughout Maryland.

Highlights The Impact Of Science!

The Festival highlights the educational, cultural and financial impact of science in this state. Through hands-on activities, talks, lab tours, nature experiences, expos, exhibits and performances, the Festival engages a wide range of public audiences while inspiring future generations.

Cultivates A Positive Environment!

This Festival cultivates a positive environment that inspires children to pursue science-related careers and encourages businesses to invest in Maryland. The Festival energizes our state’s efforts to respond to these challenges.

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Design Challenge

November 7, 2026 · 12:00 am–11:59 pm

Enter our design challenge for the chance to win a STEM-themed prize!

Best For: Middle School, High School
Event Location Type: In Person (Maryland)

Organizer: Montgomery County Public Library
Venue: Davis Library
Bird Banding at Masonville Cove

November 7, 2026 · 8:00 am–12:00 pm

The Masonville Cove Partnership invites you to join Birds of Urban Baltimore and our bird banding studies on campus! See the bird banding process up-close, and learn how urban greenspaces help migrating birds! Registration reserves your spot, walk-ins welcomed.

Best For: Adults
Event Location Type: In-Person

Organizer: Masonville Cove Partnership
Venue: Masonville Cove
STEM Fest: ChompSaw Cardboard Challenge

November 7, 2026 · 9:00 am–5:00 pm

Stop by the library any time this week to use our kid-safe cutting tool to make fun and fantastical cardboard creations.

Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Location Type: In-Person

Organizer: Worcester County Library
Venue: Snow Hill Branch
STEM-Fest: SIGNALING THE FUTURE

November 7, 2026 · 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Join the National Cryptologic Museum for the 12th Annual STEM Fest! Explore a world of discovery where science, technology, engineering and math come together! Get ready for hands-on exhibits, exciting activities and industry experts that will help spark curiosity and creativity!

Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Location Type: In Person (Maryland)

Organizer: National Cryptologic Museun
Venue: National Cryptologic Museum
Market Day

November 7, 2026 · 10:00 am–6:00 pm

Full Description Celebrate the legacy of Benjamin Banneker at a fun-filled, family-friendly day for all ages! Step back into the 18th century and enjoy a day of history, culture, and community. Experience free historical demonstrations, traditional cooking, live music, hands-on crafts, and historic games. Browse a variety of local vendors and explore interactive historical stations…

Best For: All
Event Location Type: In-Person

Organizer: Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum
Venue: Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum
Intro to Carvera CNC

November 7, 2026 · 10:00 am–4:00 pm

This one-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera’s congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. There will be a break from 12 to 1 PM…

Best For: Middle School, High School, Adults
Event Location Type: Hybrid

Organizer: Carroll County Public Library
Venue: Exploration Commons at 50 East