Engineering Fest 2026

Young people are invited to design and build their future at the Chicago Architecture Center’s free premier family event, Saturday, February 28, 10am-3pm at Willis Tower, 232 S. Wacker Drive. Discover how architecture and engineering work together to shape our world! Engineering Fest is the Chicago Architecture Center’s largest annual family event, where youth, ages 8-12, are invited to design and build alongside professionals. Drop into the free event to explore the theme “Transform Your Future,” with more than 20 hands-on activity stations, family walking tours and more! The whole family is welcome to join!