Science SparkEstablished 2010
USA Science & Engineering Festival is a stem & steam conference held at Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, United States. The next edition runs April 24–26, 2026. Established in 2010, the event welcomes around 350,000 visitors and 1000 exhibitors each year.
The nation's largest STEM festival, featuring hundreds of hands-on exhibits, stage shows, and celebrity scientists. The festival is a free public celebration of science aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators.
Next event
April 24–26, 2026
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, United States
350k
Last 2 years
1000
Companies
2010
16 years
North
United States
Free general admission; some special events ticketed
Free public admission; advance online registration recommended to skip lines. School groups must pre-register. Some VIP and sponsor events require tickets.
USA Science & Engineering Festival takes place April 24–26, 2026.
USA Science & Engineering Festival is held at Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, United States.
Registration fees: Free general admission; some special events ticketed.
Free public admission; advance online registration recommended to skip lines. School groups must pre-register. Some VIP and sponsor events require tickets. Register at the official page: https://usasciencefestival.org/attend
USA Science & Engineering Festival is organized by Science Spark. The event was established in 2010 and attracts around 350,000 visitors and 1000 exhibitors.
March 26–29, 2026
Philadelphia, United States
10,000 avg visitors · 250 exhibitors
October 28–31, 2026
Denver, United States
9,000 avg visitors · 130 exhibitors
July 13–15, 2026
Orlando, United States
1,500 avg visitors · 80 exhibitors
Event details for USA Science & Engineering Festival are curated and indicative — always confirm dates, fees and entry requirements on the official site, usasciencefestival.org.