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2026 STEM Day at the Fair

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Hands-On STEM: Build It. Test It. Change the World

Join SciMathMN in inspiring Minnesota’s next generation of dreamers, builders, and STEM innovators!

This year’s theme is, “Hands-On STEM: Build It. Test It. Change the World” invites young minds to roll up their sleeves and experience the excitement of science, technology, engineering, and math through real-world building, experimenting, and problem-solving — proving that learning is most powerful when you can touch it, test it, and see its impact. This theme inspires youth to see themselves as innovators and changemakers, reinforcing that the skills they develop today through hands-on STEM learning are the very skills that will shape healthier communities, drive new discoveries, and transform our world tomorrow.

On Thursday, August 27, 2026, SciMathMN will invite fair-goers to build it, test it, and imagine how their ideas can change the world through hands-on STEM experiences.

Partner with SciMathMN: As a partner, you’ll bring this theme to life, helping participants build, test, and discover through engaging exhibits and interactive experiences. Whether guiding a hands-on activity, showcasing real-world applications, or connecting your work to everyday problem-solving, you’ll help make STEM tangible, relevant, and inspiring. You’ll also have the opportunity to involve your employees in mentoring, demonstrating skills, and sharing how their work contributes to real-world change.

Your Impact:
-Inspire fair-goers to build, test, and think creatively about solving real-world challenges
-Empower youth to explore STEM pathways and careers that make a difference
-Showcase your organization’s role in innovation and its impact on communities
-Engage employees in meaningful volunteer experiences aligned with Corporate Social Responsibility and Employee Resource Group goals

(STEP 1) SAVE THE DATE: August 27, 2026

(STEP 2) Explore the 2026 Partnership Packet and set a meeting with SciMathMN

(STEP 3) Complete Partner Application by May 6, 2026

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STEM Day at the Capitol, April 15th, 2026 Mark your calendar and get ready! On April 15th, the Minnesota Capitol will be buzzing with STEM. SciMathMN and the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem invite you to join us for an afternoon celebrating and … [Continue reading]

2026 STEM Day at the Fair

by

Hands-On STEM: Build It. Test It. Change the World

Join SciMathMN in inspiring Minnesota’s next generation of dreamers, builders, and STEM innovators!

This year’s theme is, “Hands-On STEM: Build It. Test It. Change the World” invites young minds to roll up their sleeves and experience the excitement of science, technology, engineering, and math through real-world building, experimenting, and problem-solving — proving that learning is most powerful when you can touch it, test it, and see its impact. This theme inspires youth to see themselves as innovators and changemakers, reinforcing that the skills they develop today through hands-on STEM learning are the very skills that will shape healthier communities, drive new discoveries, and transform our world tomorrow.

On Thursday, August 27, 2026, SciMathMN will invite fair-goers to build it, test it, and imagine how their ideas can change the world through hands-on STEM experiences.

Partner with SciMathMN: As a partner, you’ll bring this theme to life, helping participants build, test, and discover through engaging exhibits and interactive experiences. Whether guiding a hands-on activity, showcasing real-world applications, or connecting your work to everyday problem-solving, you’ll help make STEM tangible, relevant, and inspiring. You’ll also have the opportunity to involve your employees in mentoring, demonstrating skills, and sharing how their work contributes to real-world change.

Your Impact:
-Inspire fair-goers to build, test, and think creatively about solving real-world challenges
-Empower youth to explore STEM pathways and careers that make a difference
-Showcase your organization’s role in innovation and its impact on communities
-Engage employees in meaningful volunteer experiences aligned with Corporate Social Responsibility and Employee Resource Group goals

(STEP 1) SAVE THE DATE: August 27, 2026

(STEP 2) Explore the 2026 Partnership Packet and set a meeting with SciMathMN

(STEP 3) Complete Partner Application by May 6, 2026

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STEM Day at the Capitol, April 15th, 2026

Mark your calendar and get ready! On April 15th, the Minnesota Capitol will be buzzing with STEM.

SciMathMN and the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem invite you to join us for an afternoon celebrating and strengthening STEM across Minnesota. Connect with educators, industry partners, out-of-school learning leaders, and workforce development organizations who are shaping STEM learning in classrooms and communities across our state.

This is your opportunity to see innovative STEM work in action, build new connections, and join the conversation about the future of STEM education and careers in Minnesota.

Whether you are an educator, community partner, policymaker, or STEM advocate, we hope you will be part of the energy at the Capitol.

Registration to be an exhibitor at STEM Day at the Capitol is now closed. The application portal was open November 8, 2025 – February 16, 2026. 

If you applied to be an exhibitor at STEM Day at the Capitol, the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem, in cooperation with SciMathMN will be reviewing submissions and will reach out and confirm your status by March 2, 2026.

Additional Information About the Day

Through a combination of funds, we are able to offer transportation fund support to schools and groups that will be bringing students to this year’s STEM Day at the Capitol.

Funds are limited, so please complete the request form below as soon as you can, and you will be notified once approved by our committee for support.

If you are planning to attend with 8 or more students and require transportation assistance, please complete the following form.

2026 SciMathMN/MN STEM Ecosystem STEM Day at the Capitol Transportation Reimbursement Form

This event is generously sponsored by Xcel Energy.