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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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8 Outdoor Event Events Found
Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests 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 Botanic Garden
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
6/11/26
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Jun
11
Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
In-Person
Jun 11, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
Nature
Botanic Garden
Family-Friendly
Outdoor Event
Live Music
Science Education
Environmental Science
Botany
02-13-2026
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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
Hot Air Balloon
Festival
Family Event
Aviation
Engineering
Flight
Father's Day
Outdoor Event
Technology Demonstration
Sourced:
https://ccballoonfest.com/
05-09-2026
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Chester County Balloon Festival
Annual hot air balloon festival featuring balloon flights, kids zone, food vendors, and hot air balloon glow. Three-day event on Father's Day weekend with activities for the entire family. Best balloon viewing times are 6am-8am and 5pm-7pm. Weather permitting for balloon flights. Rain or shine event with activities even if balloons cannot fly. Free parking available. No outside food, coolers, umbrellas (except handheld), tents, or drones allowed.
Ludwig's Corner Horse Show Grounds
Admission ticket...
Admission tickets available, prices increase closer to event date. Untethered balloon flights available for purchase online. Tethered balloon rides $25 for adults.
6/19/26
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Jun
19
Chester County Balloon Festival
Annual hot air balloon festival featuring balloon flights, kids zone, food vendors, and hot air balloon glow. Three-day event on Father's Day weekend with activities for the entire family. Best balloon viewing times are 6am-8am and 5pm-7pm. Weather permitting for balloon flights. Rain or shine event with activities even if balloons cannot fly. Free parking available. No outside food, coolers, umbrellas (except handheld), tents, or drones allowed.
Admission ticket...
Admission tickets available, prices increase closer to event date. Untethered balloon flights available for purchase online. Tethered balloon rides $25 for adults.
In-Person
Jun 19, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
Hot Air Balloons
Aviation
Family Event
Festival
STEM Demonstration
Physics
Flight
Father's Day
Outdoor Event
Pennsylvania
Sourced:
https://ccballoonfest.com/
05-09-2026
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Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests 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 Botanic Garden
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
6/25/26
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Jun
25
Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
In-Person
Jun 25, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
Nature
Botanic Garden
Family-Friendly
Outdoor Event
Live Music
Science Education
Environmental Science
Botany
02-13-2026
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4th of July Family-Fun Bash at North Bend State Park - July 4, 2026
Celebrate Independence Day at North Bend State Park with this family-friendly event at Shelter 3. The gates open at 11 a.m. The Bash features a...
North Bend State Park - Shelter 3
Free
7/4/26
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Jul
4
4th of July Family-Fun Bash at North Bend State Park - July 4, 2026
Celebrate Independence Day at North Bend State Park with this family-friendly event at Shelter 3. The gates open at 11 a.m. The Bash features a...
Free
In-Person
Jul 4, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
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Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests 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 Botanic Garden
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
7/16/26
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Jul
16
Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
In-Person
Jul 16, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
Nature
Botanic Garden
Family-Friendly
Outdoor Event
Live Music
Science Education
Environmental Science
Botany
02-13-2026
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Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests 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 Botanic Garden
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
7/30/26
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Jul
30
Garden Music
Surround yourself with the beauty of nature while listening to local, live music at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order drinks. The entire Botanic Garden will be open to experience. Guests welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment, tents and canopies are prohibited. This is a rain or shine event.
$15.00 - Adult:...
$15.00 - Adult: $15, Senior: $7.50, Youth (age 3-12): $7.50, Child age 2 and under: Free, NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID
In-Person
Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
Nature
Botanic Garden
Family-Friendly
Outdoor Event
Live Music
Science Education
Environmental Science
Botany
02-13-2026
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STEAM-A-Palooza
The Discovery Center's signature Tennessee STEAM Festival kick-off event featuring local artists, scientists and engineers for all-ages, hands-on fun. Activities include robotics, composting, cosmetics, creative arts, physics, environmental conservation, mathematics, meteorology and more. Live performances and food trucks included. Rain or shine event. Overflow parking available at Holloway High School (619 S Highland Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130).
Discovery Center
Free outdoor eve...
Free outdoor event, museum admission half-priced
10/10/26
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Oct
10
STEAM-A-Palooza
The Discovery Center's signature Tennessee STEAM Festival kick-off event featuring local artists, scientists and engineers for all-ages, hands-on fun. Activities include robotics, composting, cosmetics, creative arts, physics, environmental conservation, mathematics, meteorology and more. Live performances and food trucks included. Rain or shine event. Overflow parking available at Holloway High School (619 S Highland Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130).
Free outdoor eve...
Free outdoor event, museum admission half-priced
In-Person
Oct 10, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
Steam
Festival
Hands-On Activities
Robotics
Physics
Mathematics
Environmental Conservation
Meteorology
Chemistry
Astronomy
Free Event
Family-Friendly
Outdoor Event
Tennessee
Discovery Center
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https://tnsteam.org/steamapalooza
02-11-2026
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