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
Blacksmithing Demo
All day blacksmithing demo done by Forged in Fire Champion, Collin Sage.
Wyatt T’s Artwork
Wyatt T is an SHMS 8th grader selling his artwork to benefit the Ronald McDonald House. Centered on kindness and caring for others, Wyatt’s works are in the style of grafitti artwork. The medium consists of acrylics, pencils and paper. 100% of proceeds go to benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
AUTISM 1st: from chaos to conduction
My name is Joe Heiderscheit. For the past 15 years I have been a practicing professional counselor and professional art therapist with families of children on the autism spectrum. This month, I am publishing my first book AUTISM 1st: from chaos to conduction. AUTISM 1st is a new psychoeducation curriculum of care for parents, and providers to utilize with people on the autism spectrum. The book is filled with professionally illustrated symbols and metaphors to simplify complexity of neurodivergent life within a neurodivergent framed world. I would like to present examples from the AUTISM 1st tool kit, as well as merchandise that re-enforces a shared language from the AUTISM 1st Family Provider Network. Thank you.
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!
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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