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
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!
Power Racing Series – LVL1
LVL1’s PRS Teams compete with other city hackerspaces in the Power Racing Series, building go-karts from scratch by rummaging, recycling, and reimagining kid toys into near-legitimate racing machines. With shoestring budgets and over a decade of shared experiences, teams assemble frames from scrap metal and junkyard finds before equipping new electric drivetrains and fitting Powerwheel bodyshells of their chosen theme. LVL1 is represented by several unique builds. Still appearing on grid are Starz, Bumblebee and latest additions of Starscream and MadMox. Predated by a retired roomba, submarine, firetruck, jeep, and more suspended in our rafters. LVL1 Hackerspace aims to bring you a glimpse into the exciting world of Power Racing and teach you about the opportunity to hack with us!
3D Printing for Astrophotography
My project involves 3D modeling and printing customized accessories and parts to facilitate my astrophotography. This type of photography has a steep learning curve, a large part of which is learning the ins and outs of the gear involved. As I advanced further into this field of niche, I realized I needed parts that simply did not exist. I combined my passion for 3D printing with my love for space, and the result was a deep-sky astrophotography setup capable of capturing photos of the planets, lunar / solar eclipses, meteor showers, distant galaxies, and nebulae in our home galaxy with precision. I have since become a Bambu Lab School Ambassador for Ohio University. I host events and travel to maker fairs to help teach how 3D printing can facilitate the pursuit of one’s interests!
Kentucky Science Center
Kentucky Science Center encourages people of all ages to do science in engaging, educational, and entertaining ways to inspire a lifetime of learning. We will be presenting a booth on the science of Movie making.
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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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