Where familia,
futures, and STEM meet.
SHPE STEM Familia Fest is a free, large-scale Saturday celebration at the Indiana Convention Center, connecting Indianapolis families with hands-on STEM, college pathways, and community resources. As our inaugural event, we’re thrilled to welcome families for the very first STEM Familia Fest and look forward to returning to Indianapolis in 2029 and 2032 to continue inspiring the next generation.
Open to all families regardless of background — no affiliation required.
Saturday, October 31, 202610:00 AM – 2:00 PMIndiana Convention Center
SHPE changes lives by empowering our community to drive social and economic growth by excelling in STEM.
SHPE's vision is a world where our community is highly valued and influential as the leading innovators, scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. Familia Fest extends that vision beyond the convention walls — bringing STEM, education, and community resources directly to K–12 students, parents, and educators across greater Indianapolis through trusted local partnerships.
AI-generated image for pilot year conceptWhat to Expect Onsite
Hands-on STEM
Interactive K–12 zones, robotics, coding, and discovery labs that spark curiosity and confidence.
College Pathways
Undergraduate admissions pavilion connecting families directly to higher-education opportunities.
Family Resources
Library, museum, healthcare, and wellness partners woven into the day for whole-family support.
Community Rooted
Programming designed with, and for, the families we serve — welcoming everyone to participate.
Three highlights you won't want to miss.
Main StageIt's Not Magic, It's Science!
A live performance with Jay Flores
A high-energy main stage show where STEM comes to life. Presented by Cummins.
FIRST Robotics
Live robotics demonstrations and interactive experiences for builders of every age.
College Exploration Pavilion
Meet admissions representatives from universities across the country.
A weekend of opportunity — convention-wide.
Familia Fest joins Día de Ciencias at Monarca Academy, the Equipando Padres parent academy, and a dynamic undergraduate college fair — a complete pipeline from middle school curiosity to college acceptance.
See the full program
AI-generated image for pilot year concept