Maker Fair 2025

UConn's Annual Maker Fair

Come join us on Thursday, April 24th 2025 from 2-6 p.m. on Fairfield Way!

Makers from all across the university will come together to showcase their inventions, artwork, crafts, businesses, and more - come and be inspired by UConn's creativity, and bring a friend!
Our 7th Annual Modified Pinewood Derby will also take place from 3pm-4pm. Participants from across campus create a wooden car that includes a basic circuit and 3D Printed component and compete from our grand prize.

Are you a creator, builder, artist, or innovator? Whether you're a hobbyist, student, entrepreneur, or seasoned professional, YOU can be a Maker! We’re looking for passionate individuals and teams to showcase their projects on Fairfield Way. This is your chance to share your work, inspire others, and connect with a community of makers. No project is too big or too small—if you make something, we want to see it! Fill out the application to showcase your work, have a demo, or sell your creations. For any questions, email faata.adam@uconn.edu

The 7th annual modified Pinewood Derby will take place from 3pm-4pm on Thursday April 24th during the Maker Fair. Groups of 2-4 can sign up using the link below, collect their kit from the IZone Makerspace during our open hours, and utilize the equipment to create their car.

 

Rules:
Cars must use the provided block of wood, nails, and plastic wheels. All 4 wheels must touch the ground.
Cars must include a 3D Printed component and some type of electrical circuit.
Maximum weight of 12oz.
Cars must be submitted to the Makerspace by 10pm, Wednesday April 23rd.

 

 

Former Maker Specialist Brikenë Grajçevci tabling at Maker Fair
Former Maker Specialist, Stephen Hawes, at the New York Maker Faire (https://stephenhawes.com/).
Delicate Daisy Designs at the Maker Fair