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
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.
UofL Speed Motorsports (Baja SAE)
Hello! We are Speed Motorsports, the Baja SAE organization at the University of Louisville. We are a student led group hoping to compete in the 2027 Baja SAE competition in Williamsport, PA in May. The Baja SAE competitions consist of designing and manufacturing a small off-roader which would take on different challenges and compete in races. Come check us out at the ESSRB 112 machine shop to learn more about this team!
Engineer the Future: Interactive VR, 3D Scanning, Games, and Innovation
Have you ever wondered how Amazon delivers millions of packages efficiently, how hospitals like Norton reduce patient wait times, how theme parks like Disney manage crowds, or how companies like Apple coordinate global supply chains? The answer often lies in Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE), a field dedicated to designing smarter systems that bring together people, technology, information, and resources to solve real-world problems. Prominent leaders with ISE background include Tim Cook (former CEO, Chairman at Apple), María Corina Machado (2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner), Mike Duke (former CEO of Walmart), and Nancy Currie (NASA). Visit us to experience Virtual Reality, 3D scanning/printing, play fun games, and grab some snacks!
University of Louisville KID Lab
We are a Developmental Psychology research lab interested in what children think about the world around them. We have fun, short games for children ages 4 to 12! Come be a kid scientist and help us do science!
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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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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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