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
River City Rocketry rocket vehicles, avionics systems, payloads, and more
River City Rocketry (RCR) is the University of Louisville’s student-run competitive high-power rocketry team. Since 2012, RCR has given students hands-on experience designing, manufacturing, testing, and launching real aerospace systems. Members work across vehicle structures, propulsion, avionics, recovery, payloads, and data acquisition while preparing for major competitions such as IREC and Dollar Per Foot. The team also supports high-power rocketry certifications, technical mentorship, and STEM outreach throughout the greater Louisville area. RCR’s goal is to develop engineers through real design-build-test-fly experience that carries directly into industry.
Toyota Production Engineering
Toyota STEM Outreach inspires the next generation of innovators by connecting students and families with hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through engaging activities, interactive demonstrations, and volunteer-led learning opportunities, Toyota team members help spark curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Our goal is to make STEM accessible, exciting, and relevant while encouraging young people to explore future careers in technology, engineering, manufacturing, and mobility. Together, we’re helping build a stronger future workforce and empowering the innovators of tomorrow.
All the Little Things
I create handmade wearable items such as badge reels, earrings, lanyards, keychains, box cutters and more. There are pre-made items, and made-while-you-wait items available!
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.
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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