Join us as a volunteer for Philly Maker Faire 2026! This incredible event celebrates invention, creativity, and resourcefulness — an exciting opportunity to spotlight and support home-grown innovation in the Philadelphia region. Your help is essential in making this event a truly inspiring and unforgettable experience.
We’re looking to add members to our organizing committee who will oversee
- food
- marketing
- Nerdy Derby
- ticketing
and supporting volunteers for outreach and sponsorships. The organizing committee meets monthly in the fall and then two – four times a month as we move closer to the event. Please contact hello@phillymakerfaire.com if interested in this kind of role.
Day-before/day-of volunteers work a few hours and have free time during the event to roam and explore. If you’re interested in joining our day-before/day-of event volunteer team, complete the sign-up form or email valerie@phillymakerfaire.com.
We can’t wait to have you on board!
Meet the Philly Makers
Penn Grows Microgreen Growers
PennGrows Microgreen Growers program brings the excitement of microgreen cultivation directly to you! Our 10-day program transforms indoor spaces into lively laboratories of growth, exploration, and flavor.
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.
Positivity and Inspiration Spinner Coloring and DIY Art Activity Workshop
In this one-of-a-kind workshop, individuals will be creating their own personalized positivity spinner. Attendees will be coloring in the design of their choice, choosing your favorite words & intentions, and spinning your way to a wonderful day!
Penn Assistive Devices and Prosthetic Technologies (ADAPT) is a group of students at the University of Pennsylvania who are passionate about assistive and rehabilitative technologies; for the past year, ADAPT has worked on three biomedical engineering projects utilizing a wide range of engineering and design techniques.
Penn ADAPT is excited to showcase our three biomedical device projects at the Philadelphia Maker Faire! Visit our booth to interact with our prototypes, learn about engineering concepts, meet our passionate members, and hear more about our journey!