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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.
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16 Family Event Events Found
Discovery Days: Rock On!
Interactive geology and earth science activities including mineral scavenger hunt, geode cracking, boulder trail tour, volcano/earthquake programs, earthquake-proof building challenge, mineral identification, meteorite identification, and fossil exploration activities.
Cranbrook Institute of Science
Different pricin...
Different pricing for general public and institute members
6/13/26
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13
Discovery Days: Rock On!
Interactive geology and earth science activities including mineral scavenger hunt, geode cracking, boulder trail tour, volcano/earthquake programs, earthquake-proof building challenge, mineral identification, meteorite identification, and fossil exploration activities.
Different pricin...
Different pricing for general public and institute members
In-Person
Jun 13, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
Hands-On Activities
Scavenger Hunt
Geology
Family Event
Earth Science
Fossils
Science Education
Minerals
Volcanoes
Identification
02-14-2026
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Chester County Balloon Festival
Father's Day weekend hot air balloon festival featuring balloon flights, tethered balloon rides, kids zone, vendor area, and balloon glow events. Multi-day event running Friday 4pm-after glow, Saturday 2pm-after glow, Sunday 2pm-last balloon flight. Weather permitting for balloon activities. No outside food/drink, free parking, rain or shine event.
Ludwig's Corner Horse Show Grounds
Admission ticket...
Admission tickets available, prices increase closer to event. Tethered balloon rides $25 for adults. Flight tickets available separately.
6/19/26
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Jun
19
Chester County Balloon Festival
Father's Day weekend hot air balloon festival featuring balloon flights, tethered balloon rides, kids zone, vendor area, and balloon glow events. Multi-day event running Friday 4pm-after glow, Saturday 2pm-after glow, Sunday 2pm-last balloon flight. Weather permitting for balloon activities. No outside food/drink, free parking, rain or shine event.
Admission ticket...
Admission tickets available, prices increase closer to event. Tethered balloon rides $25 for adults. Flight tickets available separately.
In-Person
Jun 19, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
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https://ccballoonfest.com/
05-09-2026
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Zoo Music
Bring the family to Zoo Music during the summer to enjoy performances by national touring entertainment. Plan to spend an evening with wildlife, food, music and fun. Kids will have fun getting their faces painted. Adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars at the Zoo. Dusk is one of the more active times for animals and a great time to learn about the Zoo's conservation initiatives. All habitats will be open except the Penguin Chill. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
$18.00 - Adult:...
$18.00 - Adult: $18, Senior (65+): $9, Youth (3-12): $9, Child 2 & Under: Free. NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
6/20/26
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Jun
20
Zoo Music
Bring the family to Zoo Music during the summer to enjoy performances by national touring entertainment. Plan to spend an evening with wildlife, food, music and fun. Kids will have fun getting their faces painted. Adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars at the Zoo. Dusk is one of the more active times for animals and a great time to learn about the Zoo's conservation initiatives. All habitats will be open except the Penguin Chill. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$18.00 - Adult:...
$18.00 - Adult: $18, Senior (65+): $9, Youth (3-12): $9, Child 2 & Under: Free. NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
In-Person
Jun 20, 2026, 2:00 AM ET
Family Event
Zoo
Wildlife
Conservation
Science Education
Biological Sciences
Animal Education
Summer Series
02-13-2026
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First Friday @ The Lancaster Science Factory!
Monthly First Friday event at the Lancaster Science Factory.
Lancaster Science Factory
Free
7/3/26
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Jul
3
First Friday @ The Lancaster Science Factory!
Monthly First Friday event at the Lancaster Science Factory.
Free
In-Person
Jul 3, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
05-10-2026
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Zoo Music
Bring the family to Zoo Music during the summer to enjoy performances by national touring entertainment. Plan to spend an evening with wildlife, food, music and fun. Kids will have fun getting their faces painted. Adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars at the Zoo. Dusk is one of the more active times for animals and a great time to learn about the Zoo's conservation initiatives. All habitats will be open except the Penguin Chill. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
$18.00 - Adult:...
$18.00 - Adult: $18, Senior (65+): $9, Youth (3-12): $9, Child 2 & Under: Free. NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
7/11/26
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Jul
11
Zoo Music
Bring the family to Zoo Music during the summer to enjoy performances by national touring entertainment. Plan to spend an evening with wildlife, food, music and fun. Kids will have fun getting their faces painted. Adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars at the Zoo. Dusk is one of the more active times for animals and a great time to learn about the Zoo's conservation initiatives. All habitats will be open except the Penguin Chill. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$18.00 - Adult:...
$18.00 - Adult: $18, Senior (65+): $9, Youth (3-12): $9, Child 2 & Under: Free. NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
In-Person
Jul 11, 2026, 2:00 AM ET
Family Event
Zoo
Wildlife
Conservation
Science Education
Biological Sciences
Animal Education
Summer Series
02-13-2026
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Zoo Music
Bring the family to Zoo Music during the summer to enjoy performances by national touring entertainment. Plan to spend an evening with wildlife, food, music and fun. Kids will have fun getting their faces painted. Adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars at the Zoo. Dusk is one of the more active times for animals and a great time to learn about the Zoo's conservation initiatives. All habitats will be open except the Penguin Chill. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
$18.00 - Adult:...
$18.00 - Adult: $18, Senior (65+): $9, Youth (3-12): $9, Child 2 & Under: Free. NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
7/25/26
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Jul
25
Zoo Music
Bring the family to Zoo Music during the summer to enjoy performances by national touring entertainment. Plan to spend an evening with wildlife, food, music and fun. Kids will have fun getting their faces painted. Adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars at the Zoo. Dusk is one of the more active times for animals and a great time to learn about the Zoo's conservation initiatives. All habitats will be open except the Penguin Chill. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$18.00 - Adult:...
$18.00 - Adult: $18, Senior (65+): $9, Youth (3-12): $9, Child 2 & Under: Free. NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
In-Person
Jul 25, 2026, 2:00 AM ET
Family Event
Zoo
Wildlife
Conservation
Science Education
Biological Sciences
Animal Education
Summer Series
02-13-2026
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Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally
Join us for the Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally! There's something for the entire family with a keynote speaker Friday evening followed by nighttime explorations. Saturday promises a full day of expert-led nature programs and youth programming. Topics include salamanders, wildflowers, geology, birding, fishing, cultural history, mammals, medicinal plants, general natural history, and much, much more! Event runs Friday August 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM through Saturday August 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Register for the rally, buy meal tickets, and reserve a room.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
Registration and...
Registration and meal tickets available
8/7/26
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Aug
7
Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally
Join us for the Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally! There's something for the entire family with a keynote speaker Friday evening followed by nighttime explorations. Saturday promises a full day of expert-led nature programs and youth programming. Topics include salamanders, wildflowers, geology, birding, fishing, cultural history, mammals, medicinal plants, general natural history, and much, much more! Event runs Friday August 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM through Saturday August 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Register for the rally, buy meal tickets, and reserve a room.
Registration and...
Registration and meal tickets available
In-Person
Aug 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
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Mud Day
Annual Mud Day event held on the third Saturday of August. Celebrate getting down in the wetlands and dirty in the mud! Learn about local environmental groups while participating in fun activities they offer, visit local food trucks, and slide in a giant mud pit!
Walnut Creek Wetland Park
Free
8/15/26
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Aug
15
Mud Day
Annual Mud Day event held on the third Saturday of August. Celebrate getting down in the wetlands and dirty in the mud! Learn about local environmental groups while participating in fun activities they offer, visit local food trucks, and slide in a giant mud pit!
Free
In-Person
Aug 15, 2026
Annual Event
Community Engagement
Family Event
Hands-On Learning
Nature Exploration
Environmental Education
Wetlands
01-17-2026
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Kids & Teens: Living with Kidney Disease & Transplantation (17 and Under)
This special free event focuses on helping young patients live healthy, fun-filled lives. Children, teens, and their families will have the opportunity to meet with physicians, dietitians, nephrologists, and other healthcare professionals for empowering education. The event features speakers for parents and engaging activities for kids, covering topics like new medicine, managing kidney transplants, emotional support, dialysis options, technology breakthroughs, and nutrition. Following lunch, families will enjoy access to the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The program includes registration/breakfast at 9:00AM, various educational sessions including The Kidney Lab family activities, STEM stations, art therapy, genetics education, and concludes with museum exploration at 12:30PM.
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Free event
9/13/26
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Sep
13
Kids & Teens: Living with Kidney Disease & Transplantation (17 and Under)
This special free event focuses on helping young patients live healthy, fun-filled lives. Children, teens, and their families will have the opportunity to meet with physicians, dietitians, nephrologists, and other healthcare professionals for empowering education. The event features speakers for parents and engaging activities for kids, covering topics like new medicine, managing kidney transplants, emotional support, dialysis options, technology breakthroughs, and nutrition. Following lunch, families will enjoy access to the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The program includes registration/breakfast at 9:00AM, various educational sessions including The Kidney Lab family activities, STEM stations, art therapy, genetics education, and concludes with museum exploration at 12:30PM.
Free event
In-Person
Sep 13, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
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https://nkfi.org/families
01-20-2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Halloween Re-Engineered
Experience trick-or-treating with a creative, mechanical twist! In the spirit of our namesake inventor, we use gizmos and gadgets to deliver treats throughout the museum. This safe, indoor adventure is perfect for families looking for a unique Halloween experience where innovation meets the candy bag.
Gilbert House Children's Museum
Free
10/25/26
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Oct
25
Halloween Re-Engineered
Experience trick-or-treating with a creative, mechanical twist! In the spirit of our namesake inventor, we use gizmos and gadgets to deliver treats throughout the museum. This safe, indoor adventure is perfect for families looking for a unique Halloween experience where innovation meets the candy bag.
Free
In-Person
Oct 25, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
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https://acgilbert.org/event-calendar
02-11-2026
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TOUCH Tulsa STEM Family Night
Hands-on STEM activities aligned with each letter: static can races (science), robotics (technology), dowel design activities (engineering), and measuring/making pan flutes (math). Attendees include students, community partners and Tulsa STEM Alliance representatives.
Mark Twain Elementary School
Free
11/10/26
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Nov
10
TOUCH Tulsa STEM Family Night
Hands-on STEM activities aligned with each letter: static can races (science), robotics (technology), dowel design activities (engineering), and measuring/making pan flutes (math). Attendees include students, community partners and Tulsa STEM Alliance representatives.
Free
In-Person
Nov 10, 2026, 1:30 AM ET
01-17-2026
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Jolly Jamboree
A magical afternoon winter wonderland event for children ages 5-10. Features hands-on winter science activities, planetarium shows with Christmas sing-along, letter writing to Santa, hot chocolate, and a visit from Mrs. Claus. Holiday pajamas encouraged. Drop-off convenience with expert supervision. Pre-registration required with limited spaces available.
Sturgeon City Environmental Education Center
$30.00 - $30 per...
$30.00 - $30 per child
12/6/26
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Dec
6
Jolly Jamboree
A magical afternoon winter wonderland event for children ages 5-10. Features hands-on winter science activities, planetarium shows with Christmas sing-along, letter writing to Santa, hot chocolate, and a visit from Mrs. Claus. Holiday pajamas encouraged. Drop-off convenience with expert supervision. Pre-registration required with limited spaces available.
$30.00 - $30 per...
$30.00 - $30 per child
In-Person
Dec 6, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
Hands-On Activities
Steam
Family Event
Children
Environmental Education
Planetarium
Winter Science
Educational Entertainment
01-17-2026
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Winter Wonder Lab
STEM-focused event at the Children's Science Center Lab designed for children ages 2-12 and their families. The Lab offers hands-on science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities and exhibits. Timed entry sessions available: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, and 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm.
Children's Science Center Lab
$15.00 - General...
$15.00 - General admission $15.00, save $2.00 when purchasing online
12/6/26
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Dec
6
Winter Wonder Lab
STEM-focused event at the Children's Science Center Lab designed for children ages 2-12 and their families. The Lab offers hands-on science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities and exhibits. Timed entry sessions available: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, and 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm.
$15.00 - General...
$15.00 - General admission $15.00, save $2.00 when purchasing online
In-Person
Dec 6, 2026
STEM
Family Event
Hands-On Learning
Interactive Exhibits
Science Center
Children
Winter
Science Education
01-18-2026
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Stockings for Wildlife
Winter Animal Enrichment Day featuring hot beverages, festive music, and winter fun. Help fill animal stockings with special treats and enrichment items for zoo animals during colder months. Discounts available: Black Friday discount code BLACKFRIDAY (Nov 24-29), and 50% off for ZIZS members.
Zoo Idaho
Admission to the...
Admission to the zoo - tickets available online or at the door
12/12/26
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Dec
12
Stockings for Wildlife
Winter Animal Enrichment Day featuring hot beverages, festive music, and winter fun. Help fill animal stockings with special treats and enrichment items for zoo animals during colder months. Discounts available: Black Friday discount code BLACKFRIDAY (Nov 24-29), and 50% off for ZIZS members.
Admission to the...
Admission to the zoo - tickets available online or at the door
In-Person
Dec 12, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
Environmental Science
Family Event
Animal Science
Biology
Wildlife
Conservation
Zoology
Winter Activities
02-11-2026
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