TN Maker Fest

A Free Celebration of Innovation, Art, & STEM! Experience Nashville's ultimate hands-on playground for curious minds of all ages!!
About this Event

TN Maker Fest: A Free Celebration of Innovation, Art, & STEM!

Experience Nashville's ultimate hands-on playground for curious minds of all ages. Join us for a day of robotics, industrial arts, coding, and creativity!

About This Event

Welcome to TN Maker Fest! On Saturday, September 26, 2026, The Wond’ry at Vanderbilt University will transform into a massive hub of creativity and innovation.

Operating on our unique "Zero-Fee Sustainability Model," this festival is 100% FREE for the public to attend. We are bringing together engineers, artists, scientists, and crafters to showcase a wide variety of projects, blending traditional STEM fields with industrial trades and the arts.

Whether you are a seasoned engineer, a student experimenter, or a family looking for a fun weekend activity, there is something here for you to discover!

What to Expect

Explore over 60 interactive, "minds-on" exhibits divided into specialized zones:

• The Clean Zone: Dive into the future with interactive robotics areas, 3D printing labs, virtual reality exploration, block coding, and fiber arts.
• Hands-On Zone: Learn how pendulums work, how jewelry and robots are made, or grab some tools and learn how to pick a lock or make music! Kids and adults alike can explore how things work.
• Crafting Zone: Create cardboard rockets, design your own puppet, make some jewelry, or even some marble art.

Fun for Every Age

This is a family-friendly, multi-generational event! We feature hands-on activities tailored for everyone:

• Pre-K (Ages 3-5): Sensory tables, magnetic tiles, and raw textiles.
• Kids & Teens: Snap circuits, guided soldering, lockpicking mechanics, and Lego/VEX robotics challenges.
• Adults & College: Data visualization workshops, advanced security lockpicking, and industry showcases.

Important Details

• Cost: Free! (No admission or hidden fees). Some makers will have handmade items for sale.
• Parking: Free parking is available in the 25th Avenue Garage (spaces 372 and up)
• Food: There are drink machines on-site, local restaurants within walking distance, and Food trucks in Centennial Park.
• Rain or Shine: The event will take place regardless of the weather.

Come explore, learn, and create with us. Claim your free tickets today!

For Exhibitors:

You're Invited to TN Maker Fest!

Calling all engineers, artists, scientists, and crafters! Are you ready to showcase your incredible hobbies, innovative experiments, and unique projects? Join us at the TN Maker Fest, a vibrant annual event where curious minds gather to learn, share, collaborate, and even sell their amazing creations!

Why Exhibit?

This is your chance to connect with a diverse audience, spark inspiration, and be a part of a thriving community of creators. We're excited to see what you've made!

Ready to Join Us?

Go to TNMakerfest.com to submit your application to exhibit or volunteer

You can also get free tickets include free garage parking - thanks to our sponsors and our host, Vanderbilt University