STEM Community Calendar

Name: The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
Start: 2026-04-13
End: 2026-04-24
Location: The University of Arizona Steward Observatory

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CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF ARIZONA SCITECH FESTIVAL MAGIC

The SciTech Institute’s Community Events Calendar is the #1 resource to learn about and register for STEM events taking place throughout the state of Arizona. With new events added almost daily – both by our trained staff and by you, our community liaisons, the Community Events Calendar is the most up-to-date and comprehensive list of Arizona’s STEM activities available anywhere on the web.

This year, we’re celebrating the 15th Festival season! To find out what STEM events are happening near you, use the calendar’s simple, interactive filtering tools to find the perfect fit based on age group, topic, audience, location, and more. To find Festival-specific events, simply search “2026 Festival” under ‘Categories.’ And most importantly – don’t forget to check back often!

ARIZONA SCITECH FESTIVAL SIGNATURE EVENTS

⭐Rosson House at The Square PHX: Galaxy STEM Fest 2026

Get ready to blast off into the future at Galaxy STEM Fest! Join us for our FREE, family-friendly festival celebrating the intersection of STEM and history at Heritage & Science Park in Downtown Phoenix. This great community event features local vendors and nonprofits, hands-on activities for all ages, thrilling demonstrations, delicious food trucks, and more!

April 18

⭐Arizona Game and Fish Department: Citizen Science Case Study - Land Snails in Arizona

In this webinar, Jeff Sorensen, the Department's invertebrates program manager, will be joining us to discuss the Land Snails of Arizona project which recruits the help of hikers and other outdoor recreationists to submit snail observations. Then, our educators will briefly highlight related resources you can bring back to your students. Participants will also receive a professional development certificate.

April 20

⭐Sierra Verde STEAM Academy: STEAM Night 2026

This event showcases student involvement with STEAM(Science-Technology-Engineering-Arts-Math). It will have many collaborators and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Come join us for an engaging event!

April 23

City Nature Challenge Greater Phoenix Area

Join the Greater Phoenix community for the 2026 City Nature Challenge, a global citizen science event that invites anyone—regardless of scientific training—to document local wildlife and contribute to real scientific research.

April 24 - 27

⭐Space Rising: Tempe Stage Live - Arizona Space Expo

Explore Arizona’s vibrant space ecosystem with 40 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations and ventures. Enjoy a lively, eclectic atmosphere with cash bars, complimentary snacks, and plenty of opportunities to see what’s happening across the state’s space community.

April 30

⭐Midwestern University: Health Careers Institute

The Health Careers Institute for high school students at the Midwestern University, Glendale campus is a free educational opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to explore a variety of health professions.

July 13 - 17

⭐City of Surprise: Annual SciTech Festival

The Surprise SciTech Festival is a high-energy, hands-on celebration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (S.T.E.A.M.) for all ages that showcases real-world innovation through engaging exhibits from educational, civic, and business organizations, and local innovators.

November 21