Event Details
On April 26th, experience the City of STEM + Los Angeles Maker Faire—the official science festival of Los Angeles County. This FREE, all-ages event is SoCal’s largest celebration of science, making, creativity, and invention. It’s a full day of hands-on activities, immersive experiences, workshops, live demonstrations, and appearances by renowned creators and science personalities. Designed to reflect the diversity of the greater Los Angeles region, the festival champions curiosity, creativity, and access to STEM for all—now with programming available in both English and Spanish.
WHO: Presented by Columbia Memorial Space Center
WHAT: City of STEM Festival & LA Maker Faire
WHEN: Sunday, April 26, 2026—9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Exposition Park, South Lawn,
900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90037
COST: Free!
The event is outdoors and is rain or shine. Please plan accordingly. Most events and exhibitors will be on the grass lawn.
This event is produced by:
THE OFFICIAL SCIENCE FESTIVAL OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY!
Location & Transportation Details
City of STEM + Los Angeles Maker Faire is located at Exposition Park South Lawn.
900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Take the Metro to the Event!
Exit Expo Park/ Vermont and walk 10 min to the park.
The following transit lines have routes that pass near Expo Park/Vermont Metro Station:
Bus: 102, 2, 550, 754, METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950
Light Rail: E LINE
You may qualify for a free ride on Metro! Check out Metro Life and GoPass programs to learn more:
LIFE Program
Get 20 free rides a month. Qualifying LA County residents can enjoy 20 free rides every month on Metro or a discounted pass on another participating transit agency.
GoPass Program
Students at participating K-12, Adult Schools and Community Colleges can enjoy the freedom of going anywhere, anytime for FREE on Metro buses and trains.
Over 200 Exhibitors!
We will have over 200 different exhibitors from all across Southern California. You will have the opportunity to try your hand at making circuit boards, creating screen printing, and piloting drones, exploring mobile museums and even enjoying our craft pavilion, which is especially designed for our youngest creators! Discover the science behind creating a low rider, and the STEM required to put on a magic show.
