STEM & STEAM Programs for Kids in Michigan
Michigan STEM Kids brings together a growing collection of STEM and STEAM programs for kids across Michigan. From hands-on science events and after-school coding programs to seasonal camps and enrichment opportunities, this directory helps families discover educational programs by trusted providers. Browse the full list below to find learning experiences that match your child’s interests, age, and location. Programs are updated regularly as new opportunities become available.
Joy of Coding: Online Python Programming Course for High School Students – University of Michigan
Joy of Coding is a self-paced online Python course created for high school students by the University of Michigan College of Engineering. Students can earn a certificate for college applications and access 1-on-1 support from U-M Engineering students.
Beginner Coding for Kids (Ages 9–13) – Bloomfield Township, MI
Beginner Coding for Kids is a free introductory coding class for ages 9–13 on March 18, 2026 at the Bloomfield Township Public Library in Metro Detroit. Kids learn beginner programming concepts through guided activities.
Make It! Woodworking Workshop (Ages 9–13) – Lansing, MI
Make It! Woodworking is a hands-on maker workshop for ages 9–13 on March 14, 2026 at Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing, MI. Kids use real tools to measure, cut, and assemble a wooden project.
Space Science Overnight Program – Bloomfield Hills, MI
Space Science Overnight is an April 25, 2026 astronomy overnight program at Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Students explore space science, hold a real meteorite, and participate in hands-on activities.
Crime Scene Science Investigation Overnight Program – Bloomfield Hills, MI
Crime Scene Science Investigation is a forensic science overnight program on March 14, 2026 at Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Students analyze evidence and solve a simulated crime.
Code on Wheels: Introduction to Programming Through Video Game Creation – After-School Coding Program for Kids – Grand Rapids, MI
Code on Wheels is an after-school coding and video game creation program for kids in Grand Rapids, MI. Meeting Wednesdays from March 4–25, 2026, students use GDevelop to build their own video games while learning programming fundamentals.
Forensic Files: Cracking the Case – Forensic Science Summer Camp for Middle School Students – Grand Rapids, MI
Forensic Files: Cracking the Case is a forensic science summer camp for grades 7–9, running July 20–23, 2026 at Van Andel Institute for Education in Grand Rapids, MI. Students solve mock cases using real scientific techniques.
Engineering Exploration Day: Hands-On STEM Event for Kids – East Lansing, MI
Engineering Exploration Day is a free, hands-on STEM event for students in grades 4–8, taking place February 21, 2026 at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. Participants explore engineering through interactive activities and guided tracks.
STEM Summer Camp in Novi: Camp Invention (Week 1 – Spark) at Detroit Catholic Central – Novi, MI
Camp Invention: Spark (Week 1) is a hands-on STEM summer camp for elementary students, running June 15–19, 2026 at Detroit Catholic Central High School in Novi, MI. Campers explore invention, creativity, and problem-solving through collaborative activities.
STEM Summer Camp in Lansing: Camp Invention at Delta Center Elementary – Lansing, MI
Camp Invention is a hands-on STEM summer camp at Delta Center Elementary in Lansing, MI. Elementary students explore invention, engineering, and creative problem-solving through collaborative, project-based activities.
Camp Curious at the Grand Rapids Public Museum – Grand Rapids, MI
Camp Curious is a summer day camp at the Grand Rapids Public Museum offering themed STEAM and science-based activities for preschool through middle school age kids.