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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Howard Astronomical League Public Star Party
October 17, 2026 · 6:30 pm–11:00 pm
Public Star Party with HAL Observatory open and members’ telescopes set up in plaza and parking lot. Activities for kids.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Howard Astronomical League -
KID Museum: Open Explore
October 18, 2026 · 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Celebrate Maryland Maker Day at KID Museum’s Open Explore on Sunday, October 18! Families are invited to explore, create, and discover together through hands-on making that sparks curiosity, creativity, and innovation.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: KID MuseumVenue: 3 Bethesda Metro CenterCategories: STEAM -
Cadette & Senior Robotics
October 18, 2026 · 11:00 am–4:30 pmGirl Scout Cadettes and Seniors will learn about robots, use software to program a robot, build a prototype using easily accessible materials, and showcase their creations to fellow Scouts for feedback. Cadettes will also build circuits while Seniors build a…
Best For: Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Maryland Science CenterVenue: Maryland Science Center -
Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
October 18, 2026 · 11:00 am–4:00 pmCelebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Gaithersburg Community MuseumCategories: Earth and Space Science -
Wild About Bats
October 18, 2026 · 1:30 pm–2:30 pmThe night is dark and full of bats! Join a biologist to learn about what makes these enigmatic and elusive mammals unique and how we can support Maryland’s native bats. This program is brought to us by the Maryland Wildlife…
Best For: AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Frederick County Public LibrariesVenue: Walkersville Branch LibraryCategories: Life Sciences -
Daytime Star Party presented by Southern Maryland Astronomical Society (SMAS)
October 18, 2026 · 2:00 pm–4:30 pmWe’ll be hosting a special “Sidewalk Astronomy” open house, presented by SMAS!
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: St. Mary’s County LibraryVenue: Lexington Park LibaryCategories: Earth and Space Science