2026 event Applications are now open
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2026 event Applications are now open 〰️
17
Days
25
Counties
300+
Events
47,000
Attendees
Where creativity Meets Discovery
The Tennessee STEAM Festival connects families, schools, museums, libraries, universities, and businesses through engaging experiences that make learning come alive.
Why STEAM Matters
PROBLEM SOLVING
STEAM teaches people how to ask questions, test ideas, and solve real-world problems.
CREATIVITY
Innovation happens when imagination meets knowledge.
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Many of tomorrow’s fastest-growing careers rely on STEAM skills.
EVERYDAY LIFE
From cooking and budgeting to technology and design, STEAM is all around us.
Welcome this year’s honorary Chair…
Announced the first week of August
The Tennessee STEAM Festival is very grateful for the participation of past honorary chairs:
Lelan Statom
News Channel 5
2019
Dr. William Schaffner
Vanderbilt
2020
Dr. Vickie Woosley
Nashville Predators
2023
Joe Elmore
Tennessee Crossroads
2022
