12th annual
Maryland STEM Festival
2026 theme · Artificial Intelligence
DAY 6
Today at the Festival
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Discover events happening across Maryland throughout the Festival.
Published event spotlight
Explore the Festival
Prince George’s County Memorial Library
STEM Fun: Catapult Challenge
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore the physics of catapults and choose from a variety of materials and try to make your own working launcher!
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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
98 upcoming events
Computers, AI & Robotics
96 upcoming events
Art & Creative STEM
61 upcoming events
Chemistry & Physics
49 upcoming events
Biology & Health
43 upcoming events
Nature, Animals & Environment
31 upcoming events
Space & Earth Science
31 upcoming events
Math & Problem Solving
18 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
OPENING CEREMONY
October 15Th 6-8pm
Join us for an evening of STEM activities & demos at the UMCP Student Union
Meet R2D2 and other Droids & Robots
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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October 21, 2026 · All day
Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore the physics of catapults and choose from a variety of materials and try to make your own working launcher!
Best For: Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In-Person -
October 21, 2026 · 8:00 pm–10:00 pm
Join us as we find out what exactly “Not Microwave Safe” really means.
Best For: High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: HybridOrganizer: Baltimore HackerspaceVenue: Baltimore Hackerspace -
October 22, 2026 · All day
Jump into a world of discovery with hands-on science and math activities! Enjoy lively songs and fun games that make learning exciting. It’s a playful way for little ones to explore STEM concepts while having a great time! For ages 2-3 and their caregivers
Best For: PreschoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Prince George’s County Memorial LibraryVenue: Bladensburg Branch -
October 22, 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: AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Masonville Cove PartnershipVenue: Masonville Cove -
October 22, 2026 · 10:30 am–5:00 pm
STEM activities changing Daily at our Makerspace table during branch hours. Ages 5-12
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Washington County Free Library -
October 22, 2026 · 11:15 am–11:45 am
A weekly program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together, building preschool and social-emotional skills.
Best For: PreschoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Frederick County Public Libraries
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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Support Maryland STEM Festival 2026
Your support helps bring hands-on STEM learning to communities across Maryland.
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