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
100 upcoming events
Computers, AI & Robotics
98 upcoming events
Art & Creative STEM
62 upcoming events
Chemistry & Physics
50 upcoming events
Biology & Health
43 upcoming events
Nature, Animals & Environment
32 upcoming events
Space & Earth Science
31 upcoming events
Math & Problem Solving
19 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 · 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 21, 2026 · 3:30 pm–4:30 pm
Build, test, and invent every Wednesday with a new challenge. Complete the challenge at your own pace utilizing materials such as LEGO, building cubes, circuits, paper and everyday craft supplies.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: DC Public Library (DCPL)Venue: DC Public Library -
October 21, 2026 · 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
LEGO engineering event for elementary schoolers.
Best For: Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland)Organizer: Washington County Free LibraryVenue: Boonsboro Library -
MD STEM FESTIVAL – Teens & Tweens Learn Basic Image Editing with GIMP Freeware! Earn SSL – In-person
October 21, 2026 · 4:00 pm–6:00 pmAges 11-19! Learn basic touch-ups for photos & images using the freeware program GIMP, available on MCPL’s public PCs and laptops! Cut out a figure and match it to background lighting. SSL & candy!
Best For: Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland) -
October 21, 2026 · 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Join us to learn about the female leaders that built our country 250 years ago. This month we will learn about Abigail Adams and others. The session will include hands-on activities. Ages 6 – 12. Please register.
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Washington County Free LibraryVenue: Smithsburg 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.”
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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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