Show us what you’re made of
Are you a builder, tinkerer, artist, coder, or creator of any kind? Apply to present at Louisville Maker Faire 2026 and share your passion with thousands of curious minds. It’s free to participate — all we need is your creativity.
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Make memories
Discover robots, rockets, art, inventions, and things you’ve never seen before, all built by local makers. Maker Faire is free, family-friendly, and full of hands-on fun for all ages. Just show up ready to explore on October 17 at the UofL Engineering Student Success and Research Building.
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Featured Makers
REACT Robotics
Come Visit REACT at the Maker Faire! Stop by the REACT (Robotics Engineering and Coding Teams) booth and experience robotics in action! See VEX robots up close, learn how students design, build, and program competitive robots, and discover how REACT is bringing hands-on STEM opportunities to students in our community. Whether you’re a student interested in robotics, a parent looking for STEM opportunities, or just curious about how robots work, we’d love to meet you. Come see what we’re building, ask questions, and learn how you can get involved with REACT!
Precision Tops from Superalloys
I manufacture military and medical parts from superalloys for a living. At home, I machine precision spinning pocket tops from those same alloys — I have about 50 custom tops, and the whole exhibit fits in a shoebox. Alongside the tops I’ll have a display of the manufacturing tools and practices behind them, plus my first few issues of Make magazine. What I most want is to talk metrology — part tolerances held under repeatable conditions — with other makers, especially anyone looking to master the lathe. Come spin a top and talk shop.
Made in Brazil Food Truck
Brazilian Food Truck Cuisine
Themed Rides Industry Leaders of Louisville (THRILL @ UofL)
THRILL is a student engineering organization at the University of Louisville’s Speed School of Engineering dedicated to the amusement and themed entertainment industry. At our booth, visitors can explore how roller coasters are designed and built, try a professional coaster simulation, view scale models, and learn what it takes to engineer a ride from concept to opening day. We also compete in the national Ride Engineering Competition at Hersheypark each spring. Stop by to learn about THRILL and what a career in themed entertainment engineering looks like.
Make it happen
Louisville Maker Faire brings together thousands of curious minds, from kids and parents to inventors and industry pros. Sponsoring the Faire is a unique way to support local creativity, innovation, and education. Check out our sponsor tiers or reach out to explore how your organization can get involved.
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Join the crew
Want to be part of the action? Join our volunteer team and help bring Louisville Maker Faire to life. Whether you’re greeting guests, setting up exhibits, or keeping things running smoothly, your energy makes it all possible. Sign up today and be part of something unforgettable.
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