Code Together Day

Join us for a day of tech discovery and creativity at Code Together Day – where tech-minded parents, caretakers, and curious kids unite!

Join us for Code Together Day where families come together to explore technology, creativity, and innovation. There’s something for everyone—some sessions are for the whole family, while others are just for kids or just for adults.

How It Works

• The day kicks off with snacks and a welcome activity for the entire family around AI safety and character generation ("Creating with AI: A Live Family Experience in Creativity, Safety & Opportunity")
• Participants rotate through hands-on, age-appropriate activities
• Parents and caregivers can stay with their kids or join tailored sessions just for them
• A variety of interactive coding, AI, tech, career, and creative experiences will be available for all ages

For Kids:

• Code Your Own Art
• Hands-On Robotics Fun
• Coding in Minecraft
• Code Your Own Nail Art Design
• Create a Musical Symphony with Software
• Craft a Binary Code Bracelet or Necklace
• Cybersecurity Challenges
• Filmmaking + Tech Workshop
• More sessions and fun surprises to be announced!

For Parents & Caregivers:

• Parents in Tech & Entrepreneurship Panel
• How to Prepare Your Student(s) for a STEM/Tech Oriented journey with Discovery Partners Institute
• (AI Track): Vibe Coding for Your Family - "No Code. Just Vibes: AI at Home for Parents"
• (AI Track): AI Safety for Your Family - "Raising Humans in an AI World: How to Help Kids Think, Not Just Use"
• Career Stations (Resume Reviews and Career Consultations from Experts) with Págame Project and LinkedIn Profile Coaching

Event Guidelines & Registration

• Parents and caregivers can choose to stay with their kids or attend their own sessions
• Children 2nd grade and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times
• Adults must remain at TechNexus for the duration of the event
• Spots are limited—register now to be part of this unique tech experience

Volunteer with Us!

Want to volunteer during Code Together Day?? Fill out this form!

If you're interested in becoming a partner or sponsor, please email brianne@codeyourdreams.org.

Many thanks to our space partner, TeamWorking by TechNexus, for hosting us in the Lyric Opera of Chicago.