Programs
Arizona SciTech Festival
Inspiring a passion for STEAM from ages 3 to 103!
What is Arizona SciTech Festival?
The Arizona SciTech Festival is a statewide celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM or STEAM when you include the arts) held annually in January through April. Through a series of over 1,000 expos, workshops, conversations, exhibitions, and tours held in diverse neighborhoods throughout the state, the Arizona SciTech Festival educates and involves Arizonans of all ages about STEM as a driving force for our state’s future.
Our Partners
- Spearheaded by the Arizona Commerce Authority.
- Arizona Science Center.
- The Arizona Technology Council Foundation.
- Arizona Board of Regents.
- The University of Arizona and Arizona State University.
The Arizona SciTech Festival is a grass roots collaboration of over 800 organizations in industry, academia, arts, civic, community and K-12.
Our Impact
In the community, Arizona SciTech Festival has a strong, positive impact on:
Businesses
Businesses by identifying the most time-effective and impactful strategies to engage with the community about what they do and future career choices. 100+ businesses represented by Technology & Innovation, Aerospace & Defense, Renewable Energy, Bioscience & Health, Advance Manufacturing and Business Services have engaged;
Schools
Schools (K-12) by strengthening relationships with local business, colleges and governments and providing their students and teachers high-impact settings to share their passion for STEM. 60+ school districts (representing 900+ schools) have engaged their communities.
Events
Existing events by increasing attendance and diversifying content through the incorporation of science into unexpected venues and events.
Cities
Cities by convening community stakeholders and focusing on a highly-visible, STEM-based initiative. Chandler, for example, recruited a new company as a result of their engagement. Rural Communities by recognizing STEM-related partners and resources in their community.
