12th annual
Maryland STEM Festival
2026 theme · Artificial Intelligence
DAY 22
Today at the Festival
Friday, November 6, 2026
Discover events happening across Maryland throughout the Festival.
Published event spotlight
Explore the Festival
Washington County Free Library
Crystal Trees
Pick up a STEM kit to make a crystal tree at home.
#Chemistry #Life Sciences #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
43 upcoming events
Computers, AI & Robotics
36 upcoming events
Art & Creative STEM
24 upcoming events
Chemistry & Physics
22 upcoming events
Biology & Health
20 upcoming events
Nature, Animals & Environment
13 upcoming events
Space & Earth Science
16 upcoming events
Math & Problem Solving
9 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 6, 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 6, 2026 · All day
Celebrate Maryland STEMfest and explore colors, light, and mirrors by making your own kaleidoscope! Simple supplies make for endless fun and colors as you turn them again and again.
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Enoch Pratt Free LibraryVenue: Hampden, Meeting Room -
November 6, 2026 · 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Stop by the library any time this week to use our kid-safe cutting tool to make fun and fantastical cardboard creations.
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Worcester County LibraryVenue: Snow Hill Branch -
November 6, 2026 · 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
In this combination makerspace/teaching kitchen class, learn to create your own custom seasonal butter molds. You will start in the makerspace and use our Vaquform machine along with preprinted festive fall shapes to make a custom mold. We will then head to the teaching kitchen to whip up delicious flavored butters and fill our newly…
Best For: AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Carroll County Public Library -
November 6, 2026 · 1:30 pm–7:00 pm
Pick up a STEM kit to make a crystal tree at home.
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Washington County Free LibraryVenue: Smithsburg Library -
November 6, 2026 · 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Stop-motion Animation
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Friendsville BranchVenue: Grantsville Branch Library
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.”
Support Us
Support Maryland STEM Festival 2026
Your support helps bring hands-on STEM learning to communities across Maryland.
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