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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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
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!
The White Squirrel Literary and Arts Magazine
Once a year, our student-led organization designs and publishes a literary magazine showcasing the creative work (poetry, prose, and visual art) of UofL students and other members of the Louisville community. We will be bringing a few past issues of our publication to showcase at Maker Faire!
GE Appliances Laundry Trailer
The GE Appliances Laundry trailer was made to serve people devasted by natural disasters and is sent out to areas of country where people have been impacted to allow them to have access to mobile washer/dryers. It highlights GE Appliances to commitment to give back to the community they are part of.
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.
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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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