Full STEAM Ahead! A Month of Hands‑On STEAM Fun at the Library District in April

Curiosity and Innovation Abound with Free Robotics Workshops, AR/VR Tech Labs & 24/7 Access to Digital Learning Resources!

LAS VEGAS (April 1, 2026) –This April, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is celebrating all things STEAM with FREE events, programs, and online resources for kids and teens! Throughout the month, the Library District will host exciting events highlighting Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics at its 25 unique branches. 

Additionally, the Library District is thrilled to offer a sneak peek at a major new addition arriving this spring: Starlab. This state-of-the-art theater will soon bring the wonders of the universe directly to your local library branch. The 20-foot inflatable dome will allow visitors to journey from our solar system to deep space in a fully immersive, multi-sensory environment. Equipped with 4K projection and high-quality surround sound, Starlab will be the Library District’s official high-tech planetarium. Stay tuned for official launch dates!

Below is a curated list of highlight events for STEAM Month. Visit the Library District’s 2026 STEAM Month page for a full list of FREE events, including robotics workshops, zSpace AR/VR Technology, hydroponics classes, 3D printing labs, music production classes and MUCH more. All events are free and open to the public. Seating at some events is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Guest Speakers & Special Presentations
  • Reach for the Stars: An Astronaut’s Story (Kids – Tweens – Teens) – Space shuttle commander Scott Altman shares his journey from a Midwest dreamer to a real-life astronaut in an evening packed with excitement and science.
    • Tuesday, April 28, 5:30 p.m. at West Charleston Library
•  Power Up for Las Vegas Energy Night (Kids – Tweens – Teens) – Presented by NV Energy, this event features a theater performance of “Alice and the King of Watts” and a discussion with award-winning marine biologist Julie Wignal.
• • Monday, April 27, 4:30 p.m. at Clark County Library

• Lab Coats, Big Ideas & Cool Careers: Women Rocking STEM (Kids – Tweens – Teens) – An inspiring panel featuring trailblazing women who have turned their curiosity into successful real-world STEM careers.
  • Wednesday, April 29, 5:30 p.m. at Windmill Library

• Engineering & Tech
  • Inventors in the Library (Kids) – A hands-on K–5 building and engineering class designed to spark curiosity and inspire young minds.
    • April 8, 15, 22 & 29 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at West Las Vegas Library

• Code Club (Adults - Seniors) – No experience needed! Learn to code using the Fiero Code resource. Please bring your own laptop.
  • April 14 & 28, 5 p.m. at Spring Valley Library – Makerspace

• The Science of Photography: Camera Magic (Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival) (All Ages) – Learn the technical "magic" it takes to snap the perfect shot in this interactive, all-ages program.
  • Sunday, April 26, 2 p.m. at Rainbow Library

• Music Production 101 for Teens (Teens) – A hands-on workshop teaching the fundamentals of music production and digital sound.
  • April 3, 14, 21, 28, 3 p.m. at Clark County Library

• Interactive Experiments & Free-Play Learning
  • STEAM Wednesday: Volcanoes – A fan favorite! Children ages 6 and up can build and "blow up" their very own volcanoes.
    • Wednesday, April 8, 4 p.m. at Clark County Library

• Tech Time (Kids)– A free-play learning environment featuring robotics and screen-free technology for younger learners.
  • Wednesday, April 1, 4:30 p.m. at Summerlin Library

• Science Is Everywhere Day! (Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival) – (Kids – Tweens – Teens) - Build a robot, explore the galaxy, and experiment with colors to become a scientist for the day.
  • Sunday, April 26, 3 p.m. at Sunrise Library

• Digital Literacy & Modern Science
  • Facts & Fakes: A Crash Course in Media Smarts (Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival) (Kids – Tweens – Teens - Adults) – A vital session on media literacy, teaching families how to fact-check viral claims and navigate AI-generated content.
    • Thursday, April 30, 5:30 p.m. at West Charleston Library

• DIY Fluffy Slime (Teens) – Explore the chemistry behind the "cloud slime" craze in this interactive teen workshop.
  • Thursday, April 16, 4 p.m. at East Las Vegas Library

• STEAM’n Through the Seasons (Kids) – Integrated activities that blend STEM concepts with art to explore seasonal topics.
  • April 1, 15, 22, 4:30 p.m. at Windmill Library

“STEAM Month is a celebration of the curiosity and technical skills that drive our future,” said Las Vegas-Clark County Executive Director Kelvin Watson. “Through our Free to Be mission, we provide the community with free access to professional-grade tools, from zSpace-augmented reality to advanced coding labs and all year round, ensuring that the path to innovation is open to everyone.”

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 About the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District 

The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is an independent taxing entity that serves a diverse community across 8,000 square miles. Through its 25 branches and website, the Library District offers a collection of 2.8 million items, including books, movies, music (including streaming and downloadable), online resources, and free programs for all ages. The Library District’s new  Free To Be public education campaign demonstrates the vital and vibrant role that the library plays in Las Vegas and Clark County, offering unexpected experiences; limitless learning; business and career advancement; government and social services support; and best of all, a place where customers find a sense of culture and community. For more information, and to support Library District programs, please visit TheLibraryDistrict.org