Acellus World 2026
Event Schedule
Acellus World 2026 is open to the public—no need to be an Acellus user to join the fun! Enjoy hands-on STEM activities, food trucks, bounce houses, live animal experiences, creative crafts, cool tech, and engaging classes for all ages.
Friday – May 22, 2026
EARLY REGISTRATION
3:00PM – 5:00PM
GRADUATION REHEARSAL & ORIENTATION
6:00PM-6:30PM
Graduates planning to walk the stage on Friday MUST attend this orientation.
Saturday – MAY 23, 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS
8:00AM
ACELLUS STORE (ON-SITE)
8:00AM – 5:00PM
EXHIBIT HALL
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Meet robots, explore the latest self-driving cars, dive into interactive demos, and connect with universities and local businesses to discover college and career opportunities!
CRAFT STATIONS
9:00AM – 5:00PM
– Slime & Dough Discovery Zone
– Make a Study-Buddy
– Wristband Workshop
– Hands-On Art!
– Swag & Tag Station
– Bounce & Blast Lab
TOBLER TOWN
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Jump, climb, and play at Tobler Town! With trampolines, bounce houses, ball pit, climbing wall, ping-pong, air hockey, and more, this high-energy zone is the ultimate adventure for kids to explore and have a blast!
LEARNING LABS
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Explore hands-on educational labs, where students dive into experiments, engineering challenges, math puzzles, robotics, VR astronomy, and creative projects. Each lab sparks curiosity, problem-solving, and discovery through interactive learning!
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS – MOBILE ZOO
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Discover fascinating facts and safely meet incredible creatures—including baby kangaroos, alligators, owls, lemurs, reptiles, and more!
INVENTIONEERING STEM CHALLENGES
9:00AM – 5:00PM
– Popsicle Stick Bridge Building Challenge
– Egg Drop Competition
– Light It Up: LED Flashlight Build
– Marshmallow Launcher Fun
– Soldering Workshop
– IC Circuit Design: LED Chaser & Siren
FACILITY TOURS
Guided tours of the IST Facility, Acellus Studios, and Manufacturing Factory
FOOD TRUCKS
11:00AM – 2:00PM
Discover a lineup of Kansas City food trucks serving up crowd-pleasing favorites!
The Light is Lit with Dr. Pajet Monet
1:00PM Join Pajet Monet, the inspiring educator who has taught Social Emotional Learning to over a million students worldwide, for her empowering keynote “The Light Is Lit” at Acellus World.
SATURDAY GRADUATION CEREMONY
3:00PM (Graduates planning to walk the stage MUST attend the 11AM orientation.)
FOOD TRUCKS
4:00PM – 7:00PM
ACELLUS SCIENCE FAIR AWARDS PRESENTATION
7:00PM CST
The winners of the Acellus Science Fair will be announced on Science LIVE. Be sure to submit your online projects to enter the competition! Learn More »
In-Person Classes:
– The Light is Lit with Dr. Pajet Monet
– Hands-on ASL with Ms. Donnie
– STEM-10 Robotics Coding Lab
– Science Mysteries with Ms. Beverley
– Fossil Dig – Excavate and Classify with Ms. Ruth
– Art – Interpretive Portraiture
– Plot Your Own Book
– Speak with Confidence: Master Public Speaking
– Learn Line Dancing
– Creative Movement: Dancing for Kids
– Young Chefs in Training: Cooking Basics
– Sourdough Basics: Start from Scratch
– Learn How to Make Your Own Bread for Kids
– How to Unlock College Scholarship Opportunities
– Acellus Gold Parent Training
FOR GRADUATES:
9:00AM – 5:00PM
GRADUATE ACTIVITIES
– Cap Decorating
– Portrait Taking
– Graduation Memory Book Making
Create personalized keepsake books and collect graduation messages from fellow graduates!
(Acellus World activities ticket required: View Tickets)
11:00AM
GRADUATION REHEARSAL AND ORIENTATION
Graduates planning to walk the stage on Saturday MUST attend this orientation.
3:00PM
GRADUATION CEREMONY
To walk the stage at the Saturday Graduation Ceremony, please purchase a ticket to participate as an Acellus Academy graduate. Guest tickets are available for family and friends to attend the ceremony. Learn More »
FEATURED EVENT:
SCIENCE LIVE: Special Edition
7:00PM — SATURDAY
Don’t miss the special edition of Science LIVE with Roger Billings at Acellus World!
Can’t make it to Kansas City? We will be broadcasting live at ScienceLive.com.
FOR GRADUATES:
9:00AM – 5:00PM
GRADUATE ACTIVITIES
– Cap Decorating
– Portrait Taking
– Graduation Memory Book Making
Personalize memory books and collect graduation messages from fellow graduates!
(Acellus World activities ticket required: View Tickets)
11:00AM
GRADUATION REHEARSAL AND ORIENTATION
Graduates planning to walk the stage on Sunday MUST attend this orientation.
3:00PM
GRADUATION CEREMONY
To walk the stage at the Sunday Graduation Ceremony, please purchase a ticket to participate as an Acellus Academy graduate. Guest tickets are available for family and friends to attend the ceremony. Learn More »
SUNDAY – MAY 24, 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS
8:00AM
ACELLUS STORE (ON-SITE)
8:00AM – 5:00PM
EXHIBIT HALL
9:00AM – 5:00PM
CRAFT STATIONS
9:00AM – 5:00PM
– Slime & Dough Discovery Zone
– Make a Study-Buddy
– Wristband Workshop
– Hands-On Art!
– Swag & Tag Station
– Bounce & Blast Lab
TOBLER TOWN
9:00AM – 5:00PM
LEARNING LABS
9:00AM – 5:00PM
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS – MOBILE ZOO
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Learn, explore, and interact safely with incredible creatures!
INVENTIONEERING STEM CHALLENGES
9:00AM – 5:00PM
– Popsicle Stick Bridge Building Challenge
– Egg Drop Competition
– Light It Up: LED Flashlight Build
– Marshmallow Launcher Fun
– Soldering Workshop
– IC Circuit Design: LED Chaser & Siren
Behind the Scenes of Acellus Filming with Dr. Tobias
10:00AM Go behind the scenes with Dr. Tobias, Executive Director of Acellus Cinematography, and discover how Acellus lessons are brought to life.
FACILITY TOURS
Guided tours of the IST Facility, Acellus Studios, and Manufacturing Factory
FOOD TRUCKS
11:00AM–2:00PM
Be sure to check out our exciting lineup of Kansas City food trucks!
Conspiracy Theories with Dr. Todd Edmond
1:00PM Todd Edmond brings history to life by examining epic moments in world history with a touch of conspiracy. This interactive session explores intriguing historical events – analyzing popular conspiracy theories alongside factual evidence.
Robot Dance Contest Winners & Awards
2:00PM Don’t miss the excitement as we announce and celebrate the 2026 winners of the Robot Dance Competition!
In-Person Classes:
– Conspiracy Theories with Dr. Todd Edmond
– Behind the Scenes of Acellus Filming with Dr. Tobias
– Hands-on ASL with Ms. Donnie
– STEM-10 Robotics Coding Lab
– Science Mysteries with Ms. Beverley
– Fossil Dig – Excavate and Classify with Ms. Ruth
– Art – Interpretive Portraiture
– Plot Your Own Book
– Learn Line Dancing
– Creative Movement: Dancing for Kids
– Young Chefs in Training: Cooking Basics
– Sourdough Basics: Start from Scratch
– Learn How to Make Your Own Bread for Kids
– Mastering the Job Interview-Land Your Dream Job
– Bee Keeping 101-Build Your Own Swarm Trap
– Mastering Effective Digital Learning – Gold Spark
Tickets
Reserve Your Spot!
Don’t miss Acellus World in Kansas City — a one-of-a-kind celebration bringing together students, parents, and educators for an unforgettable experience.
Whether you’re walking the graduation stage, exploring hands-on STEM activities or connecting with colleges and fellow families, Acellus World is packed with meaningful moments and fun for all ages.
We can’t wait to see you there!
