Philadelphia Maker Faire

Cherry Street Pier

Sunday, April 19, 2026

What is Maker Faire?

Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.

We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.

Glimpse the future and get inspired!

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Meet the 2026 Philly Makers

Addition by Subtraction - Making Historic Markers in Philadlephia

This workshop will show you how I created historic markers with students using subtractive manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to create your own marker using cardboard and markers or to have some of my students help you create a design you can purchase on HDPE (like the samples). I will share all resources for this project with teachers.

Live Flameworking / Glassblowing by Corey Sadlier (Crazy Diamond Glass)

Corey Sadlier, of Crazy Diamond Glass, is a scientific and artistic glassblower. He has been melting since 2015 and received his degree in Scientific Glass Technology from Salem Community College (North America's only scientific glassblowing college) in 2018. He enjoys creating unique glass items that serve a purpose and educating others on the scientific art of glassblowing.

Jukebox Pottery

Jukebox Pottery was created to celebrate two art forms—music and pottery—in an effort to spark connection, creativity, and maybe even introduce you to a new favorite song along the way. All pieces are hand-thrown on the wheel with functionality in mind. Find a piece that resonates with your heart and sings to your soul!

CSI How STEM is Used to Solve Crimes

We are a group of active duty and retired police detectives that teach how SCIENCE is used to solve crimes. We offer many levelsof camps/classes for students. Students that are in 4th – 12th grades are welcome to attend. The topics discussed are for mature minded students that have an interest in Law Enforcement and/or Science and/or Forensics. We host 1-day introductory class, and a 2-day, 3-day, 4-day advanced classes or a 5-day complete classes in NJ, PA, DE and NY.

TF Creations

TF Creations is a whimsical maker faire exhibit celebrating handcrafted artistry and playful design. The collection features imaginative birdhouses inspired by nature as well as mid-century modern style, alongside hand-carved wooden figurines and one-of-a-kind metalwork characters. Each piece is thoughtfully made by hand, blending nostalgia, creativity, and craftsmanship into art that feels both timeless and delightfully unexpected.

Independence Seaport Museum: Boat Shop

The Independence Seaport Museum features an active boat shop that is dedicated to the skills and traditions of wooden boat building and sailing in the Delaware Valley and New Jersey. Open to the public, visitors can interact with staff and volunteers as they work on various projects. We offer Table Saw Talks for all ages featuring monthly updates on current projects and visiting speakers as well as our Seaport Shipwrights program where teens can learn about hull design, hydrodynamics, and gain experience working in a shop. Stop by to learn more about the museum's offerings and participate in a boat shop related activity!

TOOOL PHL

TOOOL PHL is coming to the Maker Faire! Whether you're a novice who just stumbled upon Lockpicking Lawyer, a seasoned safecracker, or somewhere in between, come join us for an afternoon of fun as we pop some locks.

Hive76

We’re a Philly makerspace dedicated to teaching creative skills and fostering innovation. Woodworking, electronics, laser-cutting, 3D-printing and much more – we support all kinds of maker endeavors. Whether you’re experienced or brand-new to making,

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