12th annual
Maryland STEM Festival
2026 theme · Artificial Intelligence
DAY 29
Today at the Festival
Friday, November 13, 2026
Discover events happening across Maryland throughout the Festival.
Published event spotlight
Explore the Festival
Mathnasium of California MD
Mathnasium Game Night!
Come have fun at Mathnasium! Drop the kids off at Mathnasium's Game Night on the second Friday (6:00-7:30pm) of every month and enjoy the evening to yourself! Game Night is always a blast! The night includes lots of games from classics like Connect 4 and Uno, to thought provoking logic games such as Chess and Genius Square, and even Pokémon cards and Mario Kart! This is a night to hang out with some of your favorite instructors and play games with friends! All members and non-members are invited AT NO COST. Bring siblings or friends along and challenge them to your favorite games! No sign-ups needed!
#Games and Play #Mathematics #STEM
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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.
Look at what is happening!
Choose a topic to find upcoming Festival events.
Building, Engineering & Making
12 upcoming events
Computers, AI & Robotics
9 upcoming events
Art & Creative STEM
4 upcoming events
Chemistry & Physics
8 upcoming events
Biology & Health
7 upcoming events
Nature, Animals & Environment
3 upcoming events
Space & Earth Science
5 upcoming events
Math & Problem Solving
3 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.
12Th Maryland STEM FESTIVAL
CLOSING CEREMONY
November 15Th 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.
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.
Upcoming Events
Don’t Miss Out On Our Upcoming Events
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November 13, 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 SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland)Organizer: Montgomery County Public LibraryVenue: Davis Library -
November 13, 2026 · 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Enjoy night‑sky views while learning how star navigation guided journeys to freedom and how the observatory mapped stellar motion.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Gaithersburg Community MuseumVenue: Latitude Observatory -
November 13, 2026 · 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Come have fun at Mathnasium! Drop the kids off at Mathnasium’s Game Night on the second Friday (6:00-7:30pm) of every month and enjoy the evening to yourself! Game Night is always a blast! The night includes lots of games from classics like Connect 4 and Uno, to thought provoking logic games such as Chess and…
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Mathnasium of California MDVenue: Mathnasium of California MD -
November 14, 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 SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland)Organizer: Montgomery County Public LibraryVenue: Davis Library -
November 14, 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: High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Masonville Cove PartnershipVenue: Masonville Cove -
November 14, 2026 · 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Middle and high school girls are invited to this interactive STEM career fair at The Bryn Mawr School.
Organizer: The Bryn Mawr SchoolVenue: The Bryn Mawr School
Meet Our Sponsors
Testimonial
What Our Attendees Say
The Maryland STEM Festival hosts events for people of all ages, backgrounds, and areas of STEM. Learn more about our mission on the About Us page.
Elementary School
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“I made rockets, I got to pet a snake, and I got to make a tower out of paper straws to hold up a pumpkin!”
Middle School
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“It was very fun! I learned about robots and how they are made. I liked how a lot of the stations were hands on and interactive.”
College Graduate
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“I like that everyone gave anecdotes on how they got into Cybersecurity and gave tips on how people like me can get into Cybersecurity.”
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