FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS

Spaghetti Bridge Building

Part of Provincial Engineering & Geoscience Week!

Spaghetti Bridge Competition

Grades K-12 | Individuals or teams

Students design and build trusses using only regular spaghetti and white or wood glue. We test it to destruction to see which truss withstands the most weight.

• Objectives, Materials, and Procedures (PDF)
• Science Outcomes (PDF)
• Teacher's Guide (PDF)
• Bridge Size Template (PDF)

Dates and Location

Monday, March 16, 2026 - In-person at Kildonan Place Mall, 1555 Regent Ave W.

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - In-person, Niverville High School

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - In-person, Bruce Middle School

Thursday, March 19, 2026 - In-person, Samuel Burland School

Friday, March 20, 2026 - Virtual via Zoom (trusses dropped off by March 17 at Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba, 870 Pembina Highway)

Questions? Want to sign up as an individual? Contact Events Coordinator Maria at MVargas@EngGeoMB.ca.

The Spaghetti Bridge Truss Strength Competition has been held annually in Manitoba since 1995 as a part of Provincial Engineering and Geoscience Week. It is a vehicle for celebrating and reminding Canadians of the importance of engineering to their lives and as a career choice.

Learn More > Competition Rules