Navigation
The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
Failed to load Google Maps. Please check your connection or try again later.
Failed to load Google Maps. Please check your connection or try again later.
Failed to load Google Maps. Please check your connection or try again later.
Failed to load Google Maps. Please check your connection or try again later.
29 Educational Events Found
Homeschool Art Program
Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month for our Homeschool Program. Each month we will have a different activity for elementary aged children. Watch our Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Please visit their websites to see more information on their Homeschool Programs. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate. Additional dates: August 18, 2026; September 15, 2026; October 20, 2026; November 17, 2026; December 15, 2026.
Georgetown Public Library - Story Time Room
Free
7/21/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jul
21
Homeschool Art Program
Recurring
Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month for our Homeschool Program. Each month we will have a different activity for elementary aged children. Watch our Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Please visit their websites to see more information on their Homeschool Programs. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate. Additional dates: August 18, 2026; September 15, 2026; October 20, 2026; November 17, 2026; December 15, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jul 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
URL Copied Successfully
The Great Oregon Steam-Up
56th Annual Great Oregon Steam-Up featuring steam-powered machines, vintage tractors, engineering demonstrations, sawmill operations, blacksmithing, flour milling, threshing demonstrations, 14 museums, miniature train rides, and mechanical history exhibits. Grounds open 7 AM to 6 PM with various scheduled activities including Parade of Power at 1:30 PM. Four-day festival on July 25-26 & August 1-2, 2026.
Powerland Heritage Park
$17.00 - $17 Adu...
$17.00 - $17 Adults, $12 Youth (Age 13 to 17), Free for kids 12 and under, $5 parking fee per vehicle
7/25/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jul
25
The Great Oregon Steam-Up
56th Annual Great Oregon Steam-Up featuring steam-powered machines, vintage tractors, engineering demonstrations, sawmill operations, blacksmithing, flour milling, threshing demonstrations, 14 museums, miniature train rides, and mechanical history exhibits. Grounds open 7 AM to 6 PM with various scheduled activities including Parade of Power at 1:30 PM. Four-day festival on July 25-26 & August 1-2, 2026.
$17.00 - $17 Adu...
$17.00 - $17 Adults, $12 Youth (Age 13 to 17), Free for kids 12 and under, $5 parking fee per vehicle
In-Person
Jul 25, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
URL Copied Successfully
MOR's History on Tap - A New Summer Series
Weekly summer series every Tuesday from August 4-25, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. focusing on history topics.
Museum of the Rockies
Free
8/4/26
URL Copied Successfully
Aug
4
MOR's History on Tap - A New Summer Series
Recurring
Weekly summer series every Tuesday from August 4-25, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. focusing on history topics.
Free
In-Person
Aug 5, 2026, 1:30 AM ET
02-10-2026
URL Copied Successfully
2026 Swain County Agricultural Fair
A County Fair-style festival featuring judging of vegetables, eggs, and flowers; agricultural demonstrations; craft vendors; food vendors; live music; livestock shows; youth activities; and competitions including Battle of the Bands. The fair runs Friday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM with livestock shows, food trucks, craft vendors and Battle of the Bands, and Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM with music headliner and all fair activities. Applications for educational booths, craft vendor booths, and food trucks are due August 7, 2026.
Great Smoky Mountains Event Park
$10.00 - Per veh...
$10.00 - Per vehicle admission
8/21/26
URL Copied Successfully
Aug
21
2026 Swain County Agricultural Fair
A County Fair-style festival featuring judging of vegetables, eggs, and flowers; agricultural demonstrations; craft vendors; food vendors; live music; livestock shows; youth activities; and competitions including Battle of the Bands. The fair runs Friday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM with livestock shows, food trucks, craft vendors and Battle of the Bands, and Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM with music headliner and all fair activities. Applications for educational booths, craft vendor booths, and food trucks are due August 7, 2026.
$10.00 - Per veh...
$10.00 - Per vehicle admission
In-Person
Aug 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
Competition
Educational
Food Science
Agriculture
Farming
4-H
Youth Development
Livestock
Gardening
Horticulture
01-18-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Homeschool Art Program
Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month for our Homeschool Program. Each month we will have a different activity for elementary aged children. Watch our Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Please visit their websites to see more information on their Homeschool Programs. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate. Additional dates include: October 20, 2026; November 17, 2026; December 15, 2026.
Georgetown Public Library - Story Time Room
Free
9/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
15
Homeschool Art Program
Recurring
Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month for our Homeschool Program. Each month we will have a different activity for elementary aged children. Watch our Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Please visit their websites to see more information on their Homeschool Programs. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate. Additional dates include: October 20, 2026; November 17, 2026; December 15, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Sep 15, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Northwest Civil War Council Living History Event
Northwest West Civil Council Living History Event at Powerland. Multi-day event running from Friday September 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM through Sunday September 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM. More details available at Northwest Civil War Council Website.
Powerland Heritage Park
$15.00 - $15 for...
$15.00 - $15 for Adults, $10 Ages 13-17
9/18/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
18
Northwest Civil War Council Living History Event
Northwest West Civil Council Living History Event at Powerland. Multi-day event running from Friday September 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM through Sunday September 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM. More details available at Northwest Civil War Council Website.
$15.00 - $15 for...
$15.00 - $15 for Adults, $10 Ages 13-17
In-Person
Sep 18, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
URL Copied Successfully
STEM Fest
STEM Fest is a celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and math. This free event features more than 100 exhibits, speakers, and demonstrations designed to inspire and engage guests of all ages with opportunities for STEM learning. It is one of the largest free family events in northern Illinois. The event draws about 3,500 attendees annually and includes interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, robots, drones, and educational demonstrations from NIU departments and community groups.
Northern Illinois University
Free event
9/19/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
19
STEM Fest
STEM Fest is a celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and math. This free event features more than 100 exhibits, speakers, and demonstrations designed to inspire and engage guests of all ages with opportunities for STEM learning. It is one of the largest free family events in northern Illinois. The event draws about 3,500 attendees annually and includes interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, robots, drones, and educational demonstrations from NIU departments and community groups.
Free event
In-Person
Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
Engineering
Hands-On Activities
STEM
Family-Friendly
Technology
University
Community
Educational
Science
Mathematics
01-18-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Mississippi Science Fest
The Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian is proud to be a satellite location for the 11th Annual Mississippi Science Fest (MSF) a statewide celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), originally founded by the LeFleur Museum District in Jackson. Science Saturday at MCM - Meridian will bring STEAM to life with activities like a teddy bear clinic, live insect encounters, hands-on science challenges, and much more! As part of this coordinated statewide event, we're joining forces to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and inspire a lifelong love of learning across Mississippi.
MCM-Meridian
Free
9/19/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
19
Mississippi Science Fest
The Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian is proud to be a satellite location for the 11th Annual Mississippi Science Fest (MSF) a statewide celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), originally founded by the LeFleur Museum District in Jackson. Science Saturday at MCM - Meridian will bring STEAM to life with activities like a teddy bear clinic, live insect encounters, hands-on science challenges, and much more! As part of this coordinated statewide event, we're joining forces to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and inspire a lifelong love of learning across Mississippi.
Free
In-Person
Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
01-20-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Fall Rock and Fossil ID Day
Bring your rocks and fossils for identification by experts at the Museum of Geology. Fall edition runs from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Museum of Geology
$10.00 - Adults...
$10.00 - Adults $10, Children (6-15) $5, Seniors (60+) $8, Military $8
9/19/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
19
Fall Rock and Fossil ID Day
Bring your rocks and fossils for identification by experts at the Museum of Geology. Fall edition runs from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
$10.00 - Adults...
$10.00 - Adults $10, Children (6-15) $5, Seniors (60+) $8, Military $8
In-Person
Sep 19, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
URL Copied Successfully
Flywheel Fest
A Fun-filled, Family, Farm Festival celebrating all things agriculture. Features antique farm equipment demonstrations, tractor drives through the park on the hour, Pinewood Derby tractor races (free tractor kits available in JUMP lobby during September), carnival games, cupcake walk, educational agriculture booths and demos, live music & entertainment, food trucks, prizes, 5-story spiral slide rides, face painting and more. Learn about agriculture, tractors, and their important role in farming and feeding Americans.
JUMP Park
Free
9/19/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
19
Flywheel Fest
A Fun-filled, Family, Farm Festival celebrating all things agriculture. Features antique farm equipment demonstrations, tractor drives through the park on the hour, Pinewood Derby tractor races (free tractor kits available in JUMP lobby during September), carnival games, cupcake walk, educational agriculture booths and demos, live music & entertainment, food trucks, prizes, 5-story spiral slide rides, face painting and more. Learn about agriculture, tractors, and their important role in farming and feeding Americans.
Free
In-Person
Sep 19, 2026, 11:00 PM ET
Location pin unavailable. Please reach out for location details with the event manager.
Engineering
STEM Education
Family-Friendly
Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Educational
Agriculture
Festival
Machinery
Farm
02-12-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Pointer Overflow CTF
POCTF is designed for learners, newcomers, and anyone exploring the world of cybersecurity and CTFs. Whether this will be your first competition or your next milestone, this contest is built to be accessible, educational, and community-driven. The Pointer Overflow CTF is organized in honor of the students and alumni of the CIS: Cybersecurity program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The contest continues to support our mission of expanding hands-on cybersecurity education through the Center for Cybersecurity Studies and Advanced Research. Event runs from September 27, 2026 to December 6, 2026. Format: Jeopardy. Prizes include $200 for 1st Place Academic Team, $100 for 2nd Place Academic Team, $100 for 1st Place Team, $50 for 1st Place Individual, and Certificate of Participation for all contestants.
Online
Free to particip...
Free to participate
9/27/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
27
Pointer Overflow CTF
POCTF is designed for learners, newcomers, and anyone exploring the world of cybersecurity and CTFs. Whether this will be your first competition or your next milestone, this contest is built to be accessible, educational, and community-driven. The Pointer Overflow CTF is organized in honor of the students and alumni of the CIS: Cybersecurity program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The contest continues to support our mission of expanding hands-on cybersecurity education through the Center for Cybersecurity Studies and Advanced Research. Event runs from September 27, 2026 to December 6, 2026. Format: Jeopardy. Prizes include $200 for 1st Place Academic Team, $100 for 2nd Place Academic Team, $100 for 1st Place Team, $50 for 1st Place Individual, and Certificate of Participation for all contestants.
Free to particip...
Free to participate
Virtual
Sep 27, 2026, 10:00 AM ET
Sourced:
https://ctftime.org/event/3020
02-12-2026
URL Copied Successfully
The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
National Railroad Museum
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
10/10/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
10
The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
In-Person
Oct 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
URL Copied Successfully
The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
National Railroad Museum
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
10/11/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
11
The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
In-Person
Oct 11, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
URL Copied Successfully
2026 Wisconsin Science Festival
The Wisconsin Science Festival is a statewide celebration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with activities for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests throughout Wisconsin. Events include hands-on science exhibitions, demonstrations, performances, tours, pub nights, workshops and more. Founded in 2011, the festival has grown from a few days of events in Madison to a full week of activities spanning over a hundred cities. The 2026 festival will be held October 15-25th all throughout Wisconsin.
Statewide Wisconsin
Most events are...
Most events are free to attend
10/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
15
2026 Wisconsin Science Festival
The Wisconsin Science Festival is a statewide celebration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math with activities for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests throughout Wisconsin. Events include hands-on science exhibitions, demonstrations, performances, tours, pub nights, workshops and more. Founded in 2011, the festival has grown from a few days of events in Madison to a full week of activities spanning over a hundred cities. The 2026 festival will be held October 15-25th all throughout Wisconsin.
Most events are...
Most events are free to attend
Hybrid
Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 AM ET
02-08-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Overnight at the Museum
Overnight experience at the museum from October 16, 6 p.m. to October 17, 9:30 a.m.
Oklahoma History Center
Free
10/16/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
16
Overnight at the Museum
Overnight experience at the museum from October 16, 6 p.m. to October 17, 9:30 a.m.
Free
In-Person
Oct 17, 2026, 12:00 AM ET
URL Copied Successfully
Night at the Museum
Popular annual fall event for children at the Museum of Geology. Event runs from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Museum of Geology
$10.00 - Adults...
$10.00 - Adults $10, Children (6-15) $5, Seniors (60+) $8, Military $8
10/17/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
17
Night at the Museum
Popular annual fall event for children at the Museum of Geology. Event runs from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
$10.00 - Adults...
$10.00 - Adults $10, Children (6-15) $5, Seniors (60+) $8, Military $8
In-Person
Oct 17, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
URL Copied Successfully
Homeschool Art Program
Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month for our Homeschool Program. Each month we will have a different activity for elementary aged children. Watch our Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Please visit their websites to see more information on their Homeschool Programs. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate. Additional dates: November 17, 2026 and December 15, 2026.
Georgetown Public Library - Story Time Room
Free
10/20/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
20
Homeschool Art Program
Recurring
Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month for our Homeschool Program. Each month we will have a different activity for elementary aged children. Watch our Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Please visit their websites to see more information on their Homeschool Programs. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate. Additional dates: November 17, 2026 and December 15, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Oct 20, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology 2026
GETT (Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology) is an annual event for girls in grades 4-10 and their parents where they learn about career opportunities in a broad scope of STEM-related industries. The day is filled with exciting, enlightening, and experiential activities led by successful women in STEM fields. Explore hands-on interactive activities and discover new ways to connect your passions for science, technology, engineering, and math! GETT was founded in response to the underrepresentation of young women in STEM fields. Registration opens March 14, 2026. Pre-registration is required - no tickets will be sold at the door. Event duration: 4 hours (10 AM - 2 PM). Refunds available up to 7 days before event.
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Hall C
Free to $11.49
10/24/26
URL Copied Successfully
Oct
24
Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology 2026
GETT (Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology) is an annual event for girls in grades 4-10 and their parents where they learn about career opportunities in a broad scope of STEM-related industries. The day is filled with exciting, enlightening, and experiential activities led by successful women in STEM fields. Explore hands-on interactive activities and discover new ways to connect your passions for science, technology, engineering, and math! GETT was founded in response to the underrepresentation of young women in STEM fields. Registration opens March 14, 2026. Pre-registration is required - no tickets will be sold at the door. Event duration: 4 hours (10 AM - 2 PM). Refunds available up to 7 days before event.
Free to $11.49
In-Person
Oct 24, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
URL Copied Successfully
Homeschool Art Program
Monthly homeschool program for elementary aged children featuring different activities each month. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Watch their Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate.
Georgetown Public Library - Story Time Room
Free
11/17/26
URL Copied Successfully
Nov
17
Homeschool Art Program
Recurring
Monthly homeschool program for elementary aged children featuring different activities each month. This program is in partnership with Lewes Public Library, Rehoboth Public Library and Milton Public Library. Watch their Facebook page each month to see what the activity for the month will be. You do not need to attend all four libraries to participate.
Free
In-Person
Nov 17, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Member Hour
Members of The Iowa Children's Museum are invited to come play when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment!
Iowa Children's Museum
Free for members
1/28/27
URL Copied Successfully
Jan
28
Member Hour
Recurring
Members of The Iowa Children's Museum are invited to come play when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment!
Free for members
In-Person
Jan 28, 2027, 4:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Member Hour
Members of The Iowa Children's Museum are invited to come play when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! This is part of a recurring event series for museum members.
Iowa Children's Museum
Free for members...
Free for members only
1/30/27
URL Copied Successfully
Jan
30
Member Hour
Recurring
Members of The Iowa Children's Museum are invited to come play when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! This is part of a recurring event series for museum members.
Free for members...
Free for members only
In-Person
Jan 30, 2027, 4:00 PM ET
02-12-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Science Saturday
Conduct fun and educational experiments and projects with guest scientists & STEAM instructors every Science Saturday! Wade Harrell from the Santa Fe Reptile & Bug Museum will bring his friends to meet all guests! Science Saturday Programming is included in Museum Admission.
Santa Fe Children's Museum
Included in Muse...
Included in Museum Admission
1/30/27
URL Copied Successfully
Jan
30
Science Saturday
Recurring
Conduct fun and educational experiments and projects with guest scientists & STEAM instructors every Science Saturday! Wade Harrell from the Santa Fe Reptile & Bug Museum will bring his friends to meet all guests! Science Saturday Programming is included in Museum Admission.
Included in Muse...
Included in Museum Admission
In-Person
Jan 30, 2027, 10:00 PM ET
URL Copied Successfully
Profiles online presentation "And Still We Rise: Harriet Tubman"
Online Zoom presentation about Harriet Tubman as part of Black History Month programming at the library.
Wilsonville Library
Free
2/4/27
URL Copied Successfully
Feb
4
Profiles online presentation "And Still We Rise: Harriet Tubman"
Online Zoom presentation about Harriet Tubman as part of Black History Month programming at the library.
Free
Virtual
Feb 4, 2027, 10:00 PM ET
02-12-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Oregon Black Pioneers presentation "A Man Called York"
Presentation about York from the Lewis and Clark expedition, presented by Oregon Black Pioneers as part of Black History Month programming.
Wilsonville Library
Free
2/10/27
URL Copied Successfully
Feb
10
Oregon Black Pioneers presentation "A Man Called York"
Presentation about York from the Lewis and Clark expedition, presented by Oregon Black Pioneers as part of Black History Month programming.
Free
In-Person
Feb 10, 2027, 5:00 AM ET
02-12-2026
URL Copied Successfully
Science Saturday
Conduct fun and educational experiments and projects with guest scientists & STEAM instructors every Science Saturday! Wade Harrell from the Santa Fe Reptile & Bug Museum will bring his friends to meet all guests! Science Saturday Programming is included in Museum Admission.
Santa Fe Children's Museum
Included in Muse...
Included in Museum Admission
5/29/27
URL Copied Successfully
May
29
Science Saturday
Conduct fun and educational experiments and projects with guest scientists & STEAM instructors every Science Saturday! Wade Harrell from the Santa Fe Reptile & Bug Museum will bring his friends to meet all guests! Science Saturday Programming is included in Museum Admission.
Included in Muse...
Included in Museum Admission
In-Person
May 29, 2027, 10:00 PM ET
URL Copied Successfully
