MC2 Events

Upcoming MC2 Events

MC2 hosts events year-round — from math festivals in schools to our annual QED Symposium each December. We also occasionally feature guest talks by mathematicians and screenings of math related documentaries.

Events Year-Round

From math festivals in schools and libraries to our annual QED Symposium in December, MC2 hosts engaging events throughout the year—including occasional guest talks by mathematicians.

Seasonal Programs

Our hub math circles run in fall, winter, and in summer camps. Registration opens in two phases: first a lottery, then open enrollment for any remaining spots.
Old Town Math Circles

Payton High School
3rd to 12th graders
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Hyde Park Math Circles

University of Chicago, Eckhart Hall
3rd to 12th graders
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Back of the Yards Math Circles

Back of the Yards High School
3rd-12th graders
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Austin Math Circles

Austin College & Career Academy
5th-12th graders
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Winter 2026 Registration

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North Center Math Circles

Lane Tech High School
3rd to 8th graders
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Hunting Yellow Pigs Film Screening

This event will feature both a screening of the film "Hunting Yellow Pigs," as well as an opportunity to hear from alumni of Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics (HCSSiM), inspiring students to become involved with high quality mathematics summer programs across the globe and locally in Chicago.

Wishnick Hall Auditorium, 3255 South Dearborn Street
Open to Public
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Budlong Math Festival

Budlong Elementary School
Budlong families only
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Columbia Math Festival

Columbia Explorers Academy
Columbia families only
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Franklin Math Festival

Franklin Fine Arts Center Elementary School
Franklin families only
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Nicholson Math Festival

Nicholson STEM Academy
Nicholson families only
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Wildwood Math Festival

Wildwood IB World Magnet Elementary School
Wildwood families only
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Dever Math Festival

Dever Elementary School
Dever students only
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Murphy Math Festival

Murphy Elementary School
Murphy students only
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Dunne Math Festival

Dunne Elementary School
Dunne families only
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Sheridan Math Festival

Sheridan Elementary School
Sheridan families only
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MathCamp Information Session

Online
Enrolled Students
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Rogers Park Math Circles

FORA: Forging Opportunities for Refugees in America
3rd to 12th graders
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Interested in Hosting a Festival?

Schools interested in holding a festival with MC2's support should complete the Festival Interest Form or send us an email.