MakeItFest is a gathering of area makerspaces, artists, makers, and creators of all kinds. This exciting, interactive, family-friendly event 1 features projects created at local makerspaces and other DIY (Do It Yourself) groups. MakeItFest includes robot exhibitions, drone demonstrations, interactive classes, hands-on activities, and informative displays, all designed to showcase what you can learn and do. From woodworking to robotics, experts and evangelists present their latest creations and inspire attendees to discover their own creative potential. The event also offers several contests and raffles open to all attendees.
MakeIt Fest is educational and fun! If you have an activity that you would like run at #MakeItFest apply now!
We will be inviting Makerspaces from surrounding communities to come and introduce themselves and what their space has to offer.
If you don’t have your own robot, you can program one of our sumo robots and see if you can outlast your opponents.
The Caddy Couch is a Steampunk-inspired creation allowing riders to travel in comfort and style. Built at MakeIt Labs, it features battery-powered electric motors.
Using our tools and computers, along with your imagination, create something unique.
Watch this space as we add to this partial list of events. We will have schedule of events available when it is finalized on June 1st. If you would like to teach a class or demonstrate something at #MakeItFest apply now to be considered for this years festival.
The Sumo Robot competition will pit robots built by area enthusiasts against each other. The goal is to force the other robot out of the ring before they force you out.
Have you made a Thing that you are proud of? Show your Thing off and get other people excited about making Things too! From robots, to paintings all Things you made are eligible. We will have several categories with prizes.
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