Des Moines Mini Maker Faire
Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 9:00 am-4:00 pm
The 2026 Des Moines Mini Maker Faire will be hosted by the Science Center of Iowa on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This year is all about Empowered Tools – how traditional methods and technological advancements help creatives bring their boldest ideas to life. From handcrafted to high-tech, the tools we use shape the way we build, imagine, and innovate!
This all-ages festival showcases makers from across the state and invites visitors to discover their own inner inventor through hands-on experiences. With their daily admission (free for members) visitors are welcome to try out skill stations, dive into workshops, and watch demonstrations by local robotics teams!
All Des Moines Mini Maker Faire activities are included with SCI general admission — free for members!
View the event schedule and more at http://desmoines.makerfaire.com/
Workshops
Make even more with free workshops available throughout the day, or dive deeper with advanced workshops ($7–$10 per person).
Space is limited for all workshops, so plan to register early when you arrive at SCI.
Registration for each of these workshops will be available onsite at SCI the day of the event.
Presenting Sponsor: MAKE:, Corteva Agriscience & Microsoft
Call for Makers is Now Open
This year’s theme is Empowered Tools: How do evolving and traditional tools help makers bring their ideas to life? Maker booths are free! It is a space to demonstrate or show off your project. Please be aware that the Des Moines Mini Maker Faire does not allow sales of products or services at Maker booths. All booths are 10’x10′ and are provided one 6 or 8 foot table and 2 chairs.
Maker Applications are due on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
