BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maryland STEM Festival - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maryland STEM Festival REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T200000 DTSTAMP:20260925T003751Z CREATED:20260901T181440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T003751Z UID:10001221-1792087200-1792094400@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Opening Ceremony 2026 DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce the opening ceremony of the 12th Maryland STEM Festival\, which will take place on October 15th at the University of Maryland College Park Student Union. This landmark event will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and promises an engaging\, inspiring program. The Opening Ceremony will feature interactive STEM activities and fascinating demonstrations highlighting the latest advancements and innovations. Please mark your calendars and check for more details as the event approaches. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and continuing our mission to inspire and educate the next generation of STEM enthusiasts. Here’s your chance to meet R2D2. He is joining our Opening Ceremony for the second year! Meet Sally Ride as portrayed by actress Mary Ann Jung Organizations represented at the event include Shimadzu Scientific Instruments \n\n\n\nUS PTO Whiting-Turner Montgomery College Infrasi \n\n\n\nSpiderBits Robotic Team E-nable Jacobs \n\n\n\nNOAA \n\n\n\nAI for kids podcast \n\n\n\nDPR Construction \n\n\n\nAxis Maryland Space Business Roundtable AI Edu Booz Allen Lindsay Cordero\, Author Sharon Dorsey\, Author Destination Imagination Rick Williams\, Video Game Developer URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/opening-ceremony-2/ LOCATION:University of Maryland College Adele H. Stamp Union Building\, 3972 Campus Driv\, College Park\, Maryland\, 20742\, United States CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Health,Life Sciences,Physics,Science and Society,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/12th-maryland-stem-festival-opening-ceremony.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland STEM Festival":MAILTO:phil@marylandstemfestival.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T170000 DTSTAMP:20260914T233707Z CREATED:20260914T233707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233707Z UID:10001437-1792080000-1792083600@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for homeschool families to connect\, play\, and create together. Participants can enjoy board games\, chat with friends\, and dive into hands-on crafts\, and more! \n\nNo registration or fee required. URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/homeschool-hangout/ LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States CATEGORIES:Animal Sciences,Arts,Conservation,Earth and Space Science,Energy,Engineering,Environment,Game Theory,Life Sciences,Maker,Mathematics,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEAM,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T163000 DTSTAMP:20260922T170323Z CREATED:20260922T170323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170323Z UID:10001492-1792078200-1792081800@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Kids & Tweens STEAM: Will it Float? DESCRIPTION:Fun and educational STEAM projects for kids aged 6 to 12. Registration requested but not required. \n\nRegistration requested. URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/kids-tweens-steam-will-it-float/ LOCATION:Fletcher Library\, 100 S. Potomac St.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740\, United States CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,oceanography,Physics,STEAM,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T160000 DTSTAMP:20260911T021643Z CREATED:20260831T181424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021643Z UID:10001209-1791028800-1791043200@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Leonardo Da Vinci Day DESCRIPTION:Da Vinci Day is the BIT Center’s annual STEM and arts festival for middle and high school students. The event brings together schools\, educators\, community organizations\, local businesses\, and families for a day of hands-on learning inspired by the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. Students participate in workshops\, engineering and design challenges\, interactive exhibits\, and presentations from professionals working in STEM\, the arts\, and related fields.\n\nThe centerpiece of the event is an interscholastic competition\, where student teams work together to solve a design challenge and present their solutions to a panel of professional judges. Teams will assemble the famous Da Vinci bridge out of wood. The winning team’s school receives a $1\,000 grant to support its STEM\, arts\, or innovation programs\, helping bring new opportunities back to the students.\n\nThroughout the day\, vendors and community partners host activities\, share resources\, and introduce students to educational and career opportunities. By connecting students with professionals and organizations from across the region\, Da Vinci Day encourages curiosity\, creativity\, and collaboration while celebrating the lasting influence of Leonardo da Vinci and the connections between science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and Italian culture. URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/leonardo-da-vinci-day/ LOCATION:Italian Bit Center\, 3009 Greenmount Avenue\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21218 CATEGORIES:Arts,Engineering,Physics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp ORGANIZER;CN="The BIT Center":MAILTO:w.waters@thebitcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000 DTSTAMP:20260911T021639Z CREATED:20260724T151618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021639Z UID:10001125-1790789400-1790794800@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Lyons Mill Elementary STEAM night DESCRIPTION:Join Lyons Mill Elementary School for our annual Community STEAM Night on Wednesday\, September 30\, from 5:30–7:00 PM! This free family event celebrates Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, the Arts\, and Mathematics through exciting hands-on experiences designed to inspire curiosity\, creativity\, and problem-solving. Families will have the opportunity to explore interactive activities hosted by Lyons Mill staff and local community organizations from across the Owings Mills and greater Baltimore area. Participants can engage in engineering challenges\, robotics\, coding\, environmental science\, nature exploration\, creative art projects\, maker activities\, and much more. STEAM Night is designed for children of all ages and encourages families to learn\, create\, and discover together. Whether you’re building\, designing\, experimenting\, or exploring\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Community partners will also be available to share local educational resources\, programs\, and opportunities that help students continue their STEAM learning beyond the classroom. Come celebrate innovation\, creativity\, and lifelong learning with us—we can’t wait to see you at Lyons Mill Elementary School for an URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lyons-mill-elementary-steam-night/ LOCATION:Lyon Mills ELementary School\, 9345 Lyons Mill Road\, Owings Mills\, MD\, 2117\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Food,Life Sciences,Mathematics,Physics,Science and Society,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260920T214404Z CREATED:20260920T214335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T214404Z UID:10001476-1790416800-1790434800@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Morgan State University STEM Expo featuring OIC of America STEMFest DESCRIPTION:Morgan State University invites K–12 students\, families\, and community groups to the 2026 STEM Expo featuring OIC of America STEMFest on Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event will feature engaging\, hands-on STEM activities\, games\, demonstrations\, and interactive workshops designed to inspire curiosity and excitement about science\, technology\, engineering\, and mathematics. Participants will have opportunities to explore DMV-area innovation and industry engagement while learning about STEM careers and educational pathways. Guided campus tours will also be available\, providing attendees with an opportunity to explore Morgan State University. Free giveaways and additional activities will make this an exciting and educational experience for students and families. Transportation support may be available for large student groups. The STEM Expo will be held at Morgan State University\, 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane\, Baltimore\, MD 21251. \n\nThis event is free of charge and participants of all ages are invited to register at www.morgancemse.com. URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/morgan-state-university-stem-expo-featuring-oic-of-america-stemfest/ LOCATION:Morgan State University\, 1700 East Cold Spring Ln\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21251\, United States CATEGORIES:AI,Biotech,Computer Science,Earth and Space Science,Financial Literacy,Game Theory,Health,Mathematics,Physics,Psychology,Robotics,STEM,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Education":MAILTO:katrina.robinson@morgan.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000 DTSTAMP:20260911T021636Z CREATED:20251113T124729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021636Z UID:10001090-1773936000-1773943200@marylandstemfestival.org SUMMARY:Family STEAM Night DESCRIPTION:STEAM Night is a dynamic\, two-hour event featuring 15 hands-on\, student-led and guest-presenter activities\, including a planetarium\, that highlight engaging concepts in energy and energy transfer\, with participation from valued community partners such as the University of Maryland\, the Department of Public Works\, The NEED Project\, and Constellation. URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/family-steam-night/ LOCATION:KIPP Harmony Academy\, 2000 Edgewood Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21085\, United States CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Engineering,Life Sciences,Physics,Science and Society ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp ORGANIZER;CN="KIPP Harmony Academy":MAILTO:pkendall@kippbaltimore.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR