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See how people are celebrating National Robotics Week near you!

Number of Events: 159

The Colorado Robotics Challenge

When:

Apr 10, 2026 09:00, MST

Apr 11, 2026 18:00, MST

Where:

Great Sand Dunes National Park
11999 CO-150
Mosca, CO, 81146

The Colorado Robotics Challenge,

NASA's Colorado Space Grant Consortium

The Colorado Robotics Challenge is open to student teams at COSGC affiliate institutions. Student teams are invited to build and test their unique, autonomous rover design. Teams bring their rover to the Challenge in April and test their capabilities on the Martian Analog Courses at the Great Sand Dunes National Park April 11, 2026 for the annual challenge!

Hosted By:

NASA's Colorado Space Grant Consortium

**Registration required**

2026 STEM Summit: Careers on the Move

When:

Apr 10, 2026 09:30, EST

Apr 10, 2026 13:30, EST

Where:

Energy Innovation Center
1435 Bedford Ave
Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

2026 STEM Summit: Careers on the Move,

FortyX80, Pittsburgh Technology Council, Rhiza

Experience the forefront of innovation in Pittsburgh at the 2026 STEM Summit! This event highlights the wide range of dynamic and evolving STEM careers shaping the future workforce in the Pittsburgh Region. We welcome students in grades 8-12 to connect with leaders from the innovation sector. Participants will have the opportunity to embark on industry tours to delve deeper into the STEM sector.

Hosted By:

FortyX80, Pittsburgh Technology Council, Rhiza

**Registration required**

APRIL Family STEM Lab Open Hours

When:

Apr 10, 2026 10:00, CST

Apr 10, 2026 13:00, CST

Where:

SciTech
336 McKee St
Batavia, IL, 60510

APRIL Family STEM Lab Open Hours,

SciTech

Stop by the SciTech STEM Lab for an outting of exploration during our open hours! Dive into a diverse array of hands-on STEM activities and let your curiosity lead the way. Whether you're a budding scientist, a future engineer, or just eager to discover, our interactive spaces are ready for you to explore at your own pace. Come and satisfy your curiosity with a world of engaging experiments and discoveries! This month will feature activities exploring the world's animals & biomimicry. All ages and abilities are always welcome. Activities rotate monthly.

Hosted By:

SciTech

**Registration required**

2026 12th Arkansas STEM Festival

When:

Apr 10, 2026 11:00, CST

Where:

Arkansas State Fairgrounds
2600 Howard Street
Little Rock, AR, 72206

2026 12th Arkansas STEM Festival,

Lisa Academy

LISA Academy host 12th Annual Arkansas STEM Festival to celebrate science, technology, engineering and math in Little Rock. LISA Academy host 12th Annual Arkansas STEM Festival to celebrate science, technology, engineering and math in Little Rock. Tens of exploration stations will provide hands-on activities that bring opportunity for engagement and exchange between children, teens, families, and local STEM professionals.

Hosted By:

Lisa Academy

**Public, anyone can attend**

Science Fever Friday: Thermodynamics

When:

Apr 10, 2026 11:00, MST

Apr 10, 2026 12:00, MST

Where:

The Science Zone
222 E Collins Dr
Casper, WY, 82601

Science Fever Friday: Thermodynamics,

The Science Zone

Join us for Science Fever Fridays, a dynamic homeschool class designed for learners of all ages! Each session will explore a different science topic—ranging from biology and chemistry to engineering and space science. While topics will be announced as we go, every class promises hands-on discovery, curiosity-driven learning, and fun!

Hosted By:

The Science Zone

**Registration required**

2026 FIRST - FMA District Montgomery

When:

Apr 10, 2026 12:00, EST

Apr 12, 2026 00:00, EST

Where:

Montgomery Township High school
1016 Route 601
Skillman, NJ, 08558

2026 FIRST - FMA District Montgomery,

FIRST Robotics

Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. We call FIRST Robotics Competition the ultimate Sport for the Mind. High-school student participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have.”

Hosted By:

FIRST Robotics

**Public, anyone can attend**

Harmony Science & Engineering Fair 2026

When:

Apr 10, 2026 15:00, CST

Apr 11, 2026 14:00, CST

Where:

Harmony Public Schools Houston South District Office
9321 W. Sam Houston Pkwy S.
Houston, TX, 77099

Harmony Science & Engineering Fair 2026,

Harmony Public Schools

The fair’s mission is to promote STEM through advanced research among secondary students and to spark their interest and motivation to pursue STEM careers. Whether you're a middle school student just beginning to explore scientific research or a high school senior looking to cap off your academic career with a meaningful project, H-SEF 2026 is calling.

Hosted By:

Harmony Public Schools

**Registration required**

Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition Annual Open House

When:

Apr 10, 2026 16:00, EDT

Apr 10, 2026 19:00, EDT

Where:

IHMC
40 South Alcaniz Street
Pensacola, FL, 32502

Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition Annual Open House,

IHMC

Catch a glimpse into the cutting edge science being explored in Pensacola! Join us at the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, along with our community partners West Florida Public Library, The Pensacola Mess Hall, Pensacola State College, and the University of West Florida on Friday April 10th to celebrate National Robotics Week with IHMC's Annual Open House. Doors are open from 4-7pm with the last tour beginning at 6:30pm.

Hosted By:

IHMC

**Public, anyone can attend**

2026 Idaho Botball Tournament

When:

Apr 11, 2026 07:45, MST

Where:

Galileo STEM Academy
4735 W Saguaro Dr.
Eagle, ID, 83616

2026 Idaho Botball Tournament,

BotBall

The Botball Educational Robotics Program engages middle and high school students in a hands-on, team-based robotics competition that brings STEM to life. Students design, build, and program autonomous robots — no remote controls here! — using real engineering and coding skills aligned with today’s academic standards.

Hosted By:

BotBall

**Public, anyone can attend**

2026 Greater DC Botball Tournament

When:

Apr 11, 2026 07:45, EST

Where:

Great Mills High School
21130 Great Mills Rd
Great Mills, MD, 21130

2026 Greater DC Botball Tournament,

BotBall

The Botball Educational Robotics Program engages middle and high school students in a hands-on, team-based robotics competition that brings STEM to life. Students design, build, and program autonomous robots — no remote controls here! — using real engineering and coding skills aligned with today’s academic standards.

Hosted By:

BotBall

**Public, anyone can attend**

VEX V5 Robotics Competition - Yeti Legends Invitational @ The Campus

When:

Apr 11, 2026 08:00, MST

Where:

Springs Studio For Academic Excellence
6113 Constitution Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO, 80915

VEX V5 Robotics Competition - Yeti Legends Invitational @ The Campus,

VEX Robotics

The VEX Robotics competition prepares students to become future innovators with 95% of participants reporting an increased interest in STEM subject areas and pursuing STEM-related careers. Tournaments are held year-round at the regional, state, and national levels and culminate at the VEX Robotics World Championship each April!

Hosted By:

VEX Robotics

**Public, anyone can attend**

Motown Bot Showdown 4 at i3Detroit

When:

Apr 11, 2026 08:00, EST

Apr 11, 2026 18:00, EST

Where:

1481-A
1481 Wordsworth St
Ferndale, MI, 48220

Motown Bot Showdown 4 at i3Detroit,

i3Detroit

i3Detroit is the largest non-profit maker space in the Metro Detroit area, located in Ferndale, MI, just north of Detroit. Spectators are welcome and free to attend and doors open at 9am. Come hang out with fellow builders, show off your robot, and enjoy an awesome day of combat robotics. The event will also be livestreamed at the i3Detroit YouTube channel.

Hosted By:

i3Detroit

**Public, anyone can attend**

Big Red Brawl MRCA Ranked

When:

Apr 11, 2026 08:00, CST

Apr 11, 2026 17:00, CST

Where:

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
1700 Vine St
Lincoln, NE, 68588

Big Red Brawl MRCA Ranked,

Big Red Battle Bots

Come hang out with fellow builders, show off your robot, and enjoy an awesome day of combat robotics. There will be some snacks available for purchase and all proceed will help provide more opportunities for other students. Guests or spectators may enter for free!

Hosted By:

Big Red Battle Bots

**Public, anyone can attend**

BYU Winter 2026 Robot Combat Competition

When:

Apr 11, 2026 08:00, MST

Where:

Wilkinson Guarden Terrace, 2nd Floor
1060 E Campus Dr
Provo, UT, 84604

BYU Winter 2026 Robot Combat Competition,

BYU Combat Robotics Club

Come hang out with fellow builders, show off your robot, and enjoy an awesome day of combat robotics. High school and university students only.

Hosted By:

BYU Combat Robotics Club

STEM Professional Development Training: AI in Education

When:

Apr 11, 2026 08:00, PST

Apr 11, 2026 11:00, PST

Where:

DRI - Las Vegas Campus
755 E. Flamingo Rd.
Las Vegas, NV, 89119

STEM Professional Development Training: AI in Education,

DRI STEM Education Program

Discover the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in education with our three-hour professional development session tailored for educators. Gain foundational insights into AI and explore innovative tools to personalize learning and streamline tasks. Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities, learn how AI can enhance your teaching strategies and boost student outcomes. We’ll also tackle ethical considerations like data privacy and equity, ensuring responsible AI adoption. Engage in collaborative discussions to share strategies with fellow educators. By session’s end, you’ll be equipped to create a strategic plan for integrating AI, empowering you to transform your classroom into a more engaging and effective learning environment. Embrace the future of education with AI.

Hosted By:

DRI STEM Education Program

**Public, anyone can attend**

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