Waterloo Maker Faire 2026 · Uptown Waterloo

Show The World
What You Make

The region's biggest celebration of making — invention, creativity, and hands-on fun for all ages.

Sun · Sept 13, 2026
10 AM–5 PM
Waterloo Public Square
Free admission

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Official Collaboration

In partnership with the Uptown Waterloo BIA

Legal Licensing

Operated under license from Make Community LLC

In partnership with the Uptown Waterloo BIAOperated under license from Make Community LLC

What is a Maker Faire?

A family-friendly festival of invention.

Makers show what they build. Everyone else gets to watch, try, and ask questions — from robotics and 3D printing to woodworking, textiles, food, and everything in between. It's the kind of day that leaves you thinking, “I could make that.” Free to attend and open to families from across Waterloo Region and Kitchener-Waterloo.

Live demonstrations

Hands-on activities

Interactive exhibits

Performances

Find your way in

Whoever you are, there's a way in.

Attendees

Free admission, all ages. Bring the whole family.

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Makers

Show off what you build. Applying is free.

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Volunteers

Help bring the day to life.

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Six categories. One Sunday. Dozens of things you've never seen before.

Electronics and robotics workbench at a science and technology maker demo

Science & Technology

Example: robotics, coding, gadgets, and tech demos.

Skilled tradesperson in a hard hat working with tools and fabrication equipment

Trades & Manufacturing

Example: skilled trades, tools, and fabrication.

Artist working on a hand-made creative project at an arts and culture exhibit

Arts & Culture

Example: visual arts, music, fashion, and digital media.

Local food makers serving visitors at an outdoor night market

Food & Beverage

Example: local food makers and tasting experiences.

Sustainability

Example: renewable energy, upcycling — think globally, make locally.

Kids taking part in a hands-on youth making activity

Youth Makers

Example: young makers and hands-on school projects.

Become a maker

If you make things, you belong here.

Four ways to take part

Exhibit

Set up a table and show what you make.

Live Demo

Run your build in front of a live audience.

Talk or Panel

Share what you’ve learned on a stage.

Workshop

Teach a hands-on session for attendees.

Applying takes a few minutes — we'll ask what you make, your category, what you need (table, power, space), a photo of your creation, and your contact info.

Reach thousands of curious families and makers. Support creativity in the region.

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Volunteer

Help bring the day to life.

Help with setup, operations, maker support, and guest experience. A few hours makes a real difference.

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Waterloo Maker Faire 2026 · Uptown Waterloo

A family-friendly festival of invention.