Maker Faire Miami 2026: South Florida’s Largest Celebration of Creativity, Innovation, and DIY Culture Is Back
April 25 & 26th from 10am – 5pm at Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center – Fuchs Pavilion
For more than 13 years, Maker Faire Miami 2026 has served as South Florida’s flagship celebration of the global Maker Movement—bringing together engineers, artists, inventors, creators, tinkerers, educators, and families for one unforgettable weekend of innovation and inspiration.
Hosted by Moonlighter FabLab and Mario the Maker, Maker Faire Miami has grown into one of the region’s most anticipated STEM and creative culture events, drawing thousands of attendees annually to experience the future of making firsthand.
This year’s event promises to be the biggest and most exciting yet, featuring over 250 makers, live performances, competitions, workshops, hands-on activities, and headline featured creators from across the country. It is ALL INDOORS at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center – Fuchs Pavilion – over 49,000 square feet of exhibits!
Whether you’re a lifelong maker, a curious family, an educator, or simply looking for one of the most unique weekends in South Florida—this is the event you do not want to miss.
Meet the Featured Makers Headlining Maker Faire Miami 2026
Christina Ernst – She Builds Robots
Engineer, educator, and creator of She Builds Robots, Christina is a nationally recognized robotics advocate whose mission is to inspire more girls to pursue careers in engineering and technology. She’ll be showcasing approachable robotics builds and sharing how anyone can start building in tech.
Read More about She Builds Robots
John Collins – The Paper Airplane Guy
World-record holder and globally renowned paper aircraft designer, John Collins will be teaching attendees how to build incredible high-performance paper airplanes all weekend long while sharing the science behind his record-breaking designs.
Read More about John Collins – “The Paper Airplane Guy”
Mateo Jarquin – MateoTechLab
Young innovator and content creator behind MateoTechLab, Mateo showcases inventive robotics, electronics, and DIY engineering projects that prove the next generation of makers is already changing the world.
Read more about MateoTechLab
Alessandro Placitelli – Placitech
Known for his creative electronics, mechanical builds, and inventive prototyping, Alessandro combines engineering and interactivity to create projects that inspire curiosity and experimentation.
Read More about PLACITECH
Every Flavor of Robot
A fan-favorite group of robotics creators pushing the boundaries of unconventional robotic design, Every Flavor of Robot brings wildly imaginative robotic creations that blend engineering with entertainment.
Read More about Every Flavor of Robot
Experience the 501st Legion Star Wars Village
Step into a galaxy far, far away with the 501st Legion Star Wars Village, featuring Lucasfilm-recognized cosplayers in movie-accurate costumes from the Star Wars universe.
Meet iconic characters, take photos, and immerse yourself in one of the most beloved fan communities in the world.
Witness Live Medieval Combat with the Armored Knights
Watch full-contact armored combat as the Armored Knights clash in real steel armor using swords, axes, and medieval weapons. It’s intense, loud, and unlike anything else at Maker Faire—a live-action demonstration of historical craftsmanship and athletic combat.
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Explore 250+ Makers, Exhibits, and Interactive Experiences
From robots to drones, cosplay to crafts, art to design, aerospace to AI—Maker Faire Miami features over 250 makers and exhibitors spanning nearly every discipline imaginable.
Expect to encounter:
- Massive robots and kinetic sculptures
- Interactive art installations
- Engineering prototypes and inventions
- Student innovation showcases
- Craft makers and artisan creators
- Cutting-edge fabrication technologies
- Startup and entrepreneurial exhibits
- Science experiments and demonstrations
Every corner of the event offers something new to discover.
Check out all of the Makers!
Combat Robot Competitions All Weekend Long
Hear the sparks fly and the crowd roar as builders from across the region battle it out in live combat robot competitions throughout the weekend.
Custom-built bots enter the arena to clash in thrilling head-to-head matches that showcase strategy, engineering, and destruction.
Dozens of Free Hands-On Activities for All Ages
Maker Faire Miami isn’t just about watching – it’s about doing.
Attendees can participate in over a dozen free hands-on activities and demonstrations, including:
- Block Printing
- Flying a Drone
- Make-A-Button
- Laser Cutting Demonstrations
- Wood Turning Demonstrations
- Ceramics Demonstrations
- Interactive Engineering Challenges
- DIY Craft Stations
- Lapidary Activities
- And much more!
Additional low-cost maker experiences include:
– Learn to Solder a Light-Up LED Badge
– Screen Print Your Own Shirt
– Nerdy Derby & More!
Scheduled Workshops for Deeper Learning
Take your experience further with FREE specialized workshops led by expert makers and educators:
- Build Your Own AI Agent on a Raspberry Pi with Hello_Miami
- Programming a Robotic Arm to Draw with Luis Pacheco
- Build & Program an Electric Kart with Max Ringelheim
- Early Woodworking for Early Learners with David Wells
- Voice Acting for Beginners with TheKitchen
Check out the full schedule: https://miami.makerfaire.com/schedule/
South Florida’s Most Inspiring Weekend Is Almost Here
Maker Faire Miami is more than an event—it’s a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the belief that anyone can make something extraordinary.
Thousands will gather to experience:
- World-class featured makers
- Hands-on STEAM activities
- Live competitions and performances
- Incredible exhibits from across the maker spectrum
- Inspiration for makers of every age
The only question is… Will you be there?
Tickets are on sale now. Secure yours before prices increase.
Join the thousands of families, educators, creators, and innovators attending South Florida’s greatest show-and-tell.
Learn More & Buy Tickets:
https://miami.makerfaire.com
When & Where
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April 25-26th, 2026 | 10am–5pm
Miami Dade County Fair & Expo Center – Fuchs Pavilion
SW 109th Avenue & Coral Way, Miami Fl. 33165
Parking available on-site $10 per vehicle
Media Contact:
Moonlighter FabLab / Maker Faire Miami
mario@mariothemaker.com
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