What is Maker Faire?
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.
We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.
Glimpse the future and get inspired!
Featured Makers
Make-a-Shirt
During Gainesville Mini Maker Faire, you will have to opportunity to make your own screen printed t-shirt. We will walk you through the process of setting up and screen printing your own shirt with this years Gainesville Mini Maker Faire art work.
The Things Network Gainesville
The Things Network Gainesville is engaged in building an open network for Internet of Things and Smart Cities here in the Gainesville area. Come learn about using LoRaWAN for low-power, long-range sensor communication and how to get started!
Protectors of Lothal Clan, Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club
The MMCC is an international costuming organization dedicated to celebrating the STAR WARS™ universe through the creation, display, and wearing of quality character costumes that represent Mandalorian characters and culture from the STAR WARS™ sagas.
Desktop insulator lamps
We are a trio of 16 year old hobbyists who like to build things. We are especially attracted to anything to do with electricity; LEDs, motors, etc. we first introduced ourselves to the insulator lamp when we put a light under a vintage insulator and
