Upcoming Events
Ready to explore STEM? Browse the upcoming events below to find exciting hands-on activities, demonstrations, workshops, and experiences for all ages across Maryland.
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Hackathon VI
September 29, 2026 · 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
The Hackathon is an event where participating kids compete in cyber challenges including python coding, password cracking, internet browsing, and more! The target ages for the event are 8-18, and no previous coding knowledge is necessary! Participants will compete to…
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In-Person -
Hackathon VI
September 29, 2026 · 4:00 pm–6:30 pmThe Hackathon is an event where participating kids compete in cyber challenges including python coding, password cracking, internet browsing, and more! The target ages for the event are 8-18, and no previous coding knowledge is necessary! Participants will compete to…
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In-Person -
Lyons Mill Elementary STEAM night
September 30, 2026 · 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
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…
Best For: Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Lyon Mills Elementary SchoolVenue: Lyon Mills ELementary SchoolCategories: Arts, Earth and Space Science, Engineering, Food, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Science and Society, Technology -
MS in Cybersecurity Information Session
October 3, 2026 · 10:00 am–11:00 amJoin us for a virtual information session hosted by program director Dr. Ben Shariati to discover how UMBC’s Cybersecurity graduate program can accelerate your career. Whether you are looking to step into leadership with our Master of Science (M.S.) degree…
Best For: High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: OnlineOrganizer: UMBC – Shady GroveVenue: UMBC-Shady Grove -
Leonardo Da Vinci Day
October 3, 2026 · 12:00 pm–4:00 pmDa Vinci Day is the BIT Center’s annual STEM and arts festival for middle and high school students. Schools, community organizations, and local businesses come together for a day of hands-on workshops, engineering challenges, guest speakers, and interactive exhibits inspired…
Best For: Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: The BIT CenterVenue: Italian Bit Center -
Weekly Challenge: Make a Solar System Mobile
October 7, 2026 · 11:00 am–4:00 pmCelebrate World Space Week by making a solar system mobile.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Gaithersburg Community MuseumCategories: Earth and Space Science