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Maker Faire showcases the amazing work of all kinds and ages of makers—anyone who is embracing the do-it-yourself (or do-it-together) spirit and wants to share their accomplishments with an appreciative audience.
Event Date: October 1, & 2, 2016
Location: New York Hall of Science
Application Schedule 1st Round: Closes July 17 at 11:59pm PST
2nd Round: Closes July 24 at 11:59pm PST
*Applications submitted in the 1st Round are reviewed first.
To apply:
Select an entry form from blue boxes below that best fits your participation in Maker Faire.
You may fill out more than one entry form. Upon submitting your application, you will be sent a link to the new Maker Admin Tool. This tool allows you to edit and manage your completed entry form(s).
Maker Exhibit
An all weekend exhibit to show-off your project(s), to demo or discuss how you made them, and to inspire people to make (includes Individuals, Groups, Schools, Non-Profits and Commercial Makers – more details below. Crafters intending to sell products click here.)
Performance A scheduled performance, usually on a stage, set lengths vary.
Presentation A scheduled 12, 25 or 45 minute presentation, usually on a stage.
Startup Company Requirements and benefits are listed in the
Entry Form Types information below. Limited positions are available.
SponsorsCorporate entities and/or established companies can visit our Sponsor Page or contact sales@makerfaire.com. Positions fill quickly.
Please Note
Details and descriptions of the entry categories can be found below.
You can fill out more than one proposal in one or more categories.
Before starting your application, select a quality photo of your project and yourself.
You will be able to edit your completed application using the new Maker Admin Tool. A unique link will be sent to you after submitting your entry form.
Have questions about the logistics of participating in Maker Faire? Please see our Maker Toolkit.
To apply, choose the entry form above which best fits your proposal: Maker Exhibit, Performance, Presentation, Startup Company, or Sponsor.
Immediately after submitting your application, you will be sent a confirmation letter with your Exhibit Name and ID number. If you have not received this letter, contact makers@makerfaire.com.
We particularly encourage exhibits that are interactive and that highlight the process of making things.
Here are just some of the topics that we’re looking for:
Student projects
Robotics
Homegrown Drones
Arduino projects
Raspberry Pi
Space projects
Food makers (not concessionaires, more info below)
Conductive materials projects
Kit makers
Interactive art projects
3D Printers and CNC Mills
Textile Arts and Crafts
E-Textiles
Home Energy Monitoring
Rockets and RC Toys
Sustainability & Green Tech
Radios, Vintage Computers and Game Systems
Electronics
Electric Vehicles
Science, Biology/Biotech, and Chemistry projects
Puppets, Kites, and Other Whimsical Creations
Bicycles
Large-scale Art
Shelter (Tents, Domes, etc.)
Music Performances and Participation
Unusual Tools or Machines
How to Fix Things or Take them Apart (Vacuums, Clocks, Washing Machines, etc.)
Maker Exhibit : Individuals, groups, schools and organizations that would like to demonstrate what they make and/or how it works in an all-weekend exhibit space; interactive exhibits are encouraged. For maker groups, please have one point person to coordinate your efforts. There is no exhibitor fee for standard Maker Exhibits.
Maker Exhibit can also include these two sub-types:
Non-Profit and Cause or Mission Based Associations, Institutions and Organizations: In an effort to respond to requests from a variety of organizations that would like to participate in Maker Faire, we have created a special category where organizations can qualify for special reduced sponsorship rates to participate in Maker Faire based on their annual budget. (Please note that this fee is due for a 10 x 10 foot space only and does not include electrical, internet or other requirements.) Complete the Maker Exhibit Form, and we will contact you with details. This statement does not apply to makerspaces or hackerspaces, which receive free exhibit space at Maker Faire. If your organization cannot afford this fee, please continue to fill out the application, indicate you are a Non-Profit or Organization and provide details in the space indicated. We will take this into consideration while reviewing your application.
Commercial Makers: Individuals who would like to sell or market products along with demonstrating what they make at their maker exhibit. Submit a Maker Exhibit application and indicate that you are a Commercial Maker by indicating your plans to promote or sell products at Maker Faire. There is a $450 exhibit fee for a standard set-up (an approximate 5’x10′ tabletop space, an 6′ table, 2 chairs, and event long entry passes for the Makers). Please note, startup companies, corporate entities, and established companies do not qualify as Commercial Makers; we have great opportunities available for you — please see the
Startup Company entry form or the Sponsor page for information.
Performance: Musicians and entertainers who would like to perform at Maker Faire. Performances are usually on stage and scheduled for approximately 50 minutes. Set lengths vary. Some performances in the past have been roaming and unscheduled, which is welcomed. Please mention scheduling details in your application.
If you need a space, away from a stage to perform many times during the weekend, fill out the Maker Exhibit application.
If you plan to have a scheduled performance once or twice during the faire, fill out the Performer application.
Presentation: Individuals and groups who would like to talk about an idea or project of interest to the Maker community, OR makers who are interested in demonstrating what they make and how it works in a stage setting. Presentations are typically 10, 20, or 45 minutes, with some time for Q&A.
If you are applying on behalf of someone else, you’ll have the opportunity in the Entry Form to enter public-facing presenter information and remain the primary contact.
Startup Company: Startup Companies that meet the following criteria can participate in Maker Faire for a reduced sponsorship fee. Startup Company criteria: been in operation 5 years or less, business consists of more than 1 and under 10 employees, privately funded or have startup capital of no more than $3 million, pre-profitable and gross sales under $1 million. Complete requirements and benefits of this opportunity are listed in the introduction of the
Startup Company
entry form above. Limited positions are available.
Sponsor: Corporate entities and established companies are welcomed as sponsors at Maker Faire. For more information about becoming a sponsor, please see our Sponsor page.
When applying, you are required to provide a project (or presentation) photo and a bio photo. Please have these ready before you start your application. The project photo will appear publicly with your short description above.
File must be at least 500px wide or larger and you must have rights to the image used. This image will be the public imaged used relating to your exhibit content. Logos and low-res photos do not work well. For example photos go here.
Crafters: If you are an indie crafter, and your primary intent is to sell your products at Maker Faire, your application process is separate from this one. We partner with BUST Craftacular, to create an independent craft faire held within Maker Faire.
Crafters, click here for BUST Craftacular information.
The difference between Commercial Makers and Craft vendors: Both Commercial Makers and Craft vendors are a part of Maker Faire. The craft faire area is dedicated to people who are only selling their wares and all vendors are curated together to create a craft faire environment within Maker Faire. On the other hand, Commercial Makers exhibit in various areas of the event, demonstrating what they make and usually offer a hands-on activity; Selling is a side-addition to their DIY demonstration; selling is not the focus of their exhibit.
Volunteer / Maker Faire Traveler: More information coming soon.
Food Vendors: Concessionaires who would like to sell non-packaged, ready-to-eat food to attendees at Maker Faire follow a different application process. Do not fill out the entry forms above. If you are interested, email food@makerfaire.com.
After receiving the Call for Makers notice and applying, we will send an email confirming that we have received your entry form. If you don’t receive this email, let us know: makers@makerfaire.com. Acceptances are sent via email approximately 2 months before the show. Once accepted, begin to plan for your participation. We will send regular Maker Newsletter updates and your Maker Agreement in advance of the event.
Aspiring makers are encouraged to follow Maker Faire on Twitter, via our Maker Faire Facebook feed, and on Google+ to keep up with the latest news on makers and Maker Faire.
Have questions about the logistics of participating in Maker Faire? Please see our Maker Toolkit. We look forward to seeing you at Maker Faire!
