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Maker Faire Lynchburg 2026 Application
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Step 1 of 4: Exhibit, Presentation, or Performance Details
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Type of Proposal
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Booth or Exhibit
Presentation, Workshop, or Demo (scheduled event on a stage or in workshop area)
Performance
What are your plans at Maker Faire? Check all that apply:
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Showcasing my project and sharing knowledge
Promoting a product or service at Maker Faire
Selling at Maker Faire
Offering a hands-on, interactive activity (this is strongly encouraged!)
Presentation Type
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Standard Presentation (1-2 presenters)
Panel Presentation (up to 6 participants, with moderator)
Workshop (class-style, participants are hands-on)
Demo (presenter is showing audience how to do something, only presenter is hands-on)
We encourage all booths to have a hands-on activity for attendees. Will your exhibit have a hands-on component?
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Yes
No
I need help brainstorming a hands-on activity to share
Length and Frequency of Demo or Workshop
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Describe the number of times you are offering to do your workshop or demo at Maker Faire, its intended duration, and any special conditions.
Performance Details
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My performance is mobile. I don't need a stage.
I prefer a stage, if one is available.
I need amplification (microphone, speakers, etc).
I have my own set up.
Project Name or Title
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First: Pick the category that BEST fits your project.
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Please Select
3D Imaging
3D Printing
Alternative Energy
Arduino
Art & Design
Artificial Intelligence
Augmented Reality
Biology
Computers & Mobile Devices
Costumes & Cosplay
Craft
Education
Electronics
Engineering
Fablab / Hackerspace / Makerspace
Fabrication
Fashion
Flying & Aeronautics
Food & Beverages
Fun & Games
Health
Home
Kids & Family
Microcontrollers
Music
Open Source
Photography & Video
Raspberry Pi
Robotics
Rockets
Science
Space
Sustainability & Nature
Things That Go
Wearables
Wood and Metal Working
Young Makers
Second: select up to four additional categories which relate to your project.
3D Imaging
3D Printing
Alternative Energy
Arduino
Art & Design
Artificial Intelligence
Augmented Reality
Biology
Computers & Mobile Devices
Costumes & Cosplay
Craft
Education
Electronics
Engineering
Fablab / Hackerspace / Makerspace
Fabrication
Fashion
Flying & Aeronautics
Food & Beverages
Fun & Games
Health
Home
Kids & Family
Microcontrollers
Music
Open Source
Photography & Video
Raspberry Pi
Robotics
Rockets
Science
Space
Sustainability & Nature
Things That Go
Tools & Tips
Wearables
Wood & Metal Working
Young Makers
Project Description (made public, shown on Maker Faire website)
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Response limited to 800 characters or less. This information will be made public.
Website
Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://mygreatproject.com/. This will be displayed publicly on Maker Faire websites.
Project Social Media
Please list in the order of most frequent use your top three social media sites for this project. These will be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
Platform
Your Link
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Primary Project Photo
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This photo will be the primary public image of your exhibit, presentation, or performance content and may be used for marketing materials.
You must have rights to the image used.
High resolution, landscape images of at least 900px wide by 600px (3:2) tall work best.
PLEASE DO NOT USE TEXT OVERLAYS ON PHOTOS
Drop files here or
Select files
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 1.
Additional Project Photos
These images of your exhibit will be made public on your maker entry page and may be used for marketing materials. You must have rights to the images provided here.
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Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 58 MB, Max. files: 10.
Video
Please copy and paste the full video link below. YouTube or Vimeo hosted content is preferred. Facebook and Instagram are also accepted.
Event Set Up
These questions help us understand the scope and a specific needs of your exhibit, performance, workshop or demo at the Maker Faire.
Do you have a hands-on activity or interactive exhibit for Maker Faire attendees?
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Hands-on activities are encouraged at Maker Faire! If your exhibit is not hands-on, please reconsider what you could do to engage and inspire attendees.
Yes
No
Describe your hands-on activity or interactive exhibit.
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Location Preference
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Inside
Outside
Either
For outdoor exhibits, please mark all options that could work for you.
With other Makers under a large tent
Open air
I can bring a tent/canopy with weights
Asphalt
Grass
Space Size
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My exhibit is mobile; no booth needed
Standard booth space (10'x10' space)
Other, non-standard size
Length
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Please enter a number from
0
to
999
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Width
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Do you need Tables or Chairs provided?
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Please bring your own setup if possible.
No, I can provide my own
Yes please
Number of Tables
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Please specify the number of tables being requested.
Please enter a number from
0
to
100
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Number of Chairs
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Please specify the number of chairs being requested.
Please enter a number from
0
to
50
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Describe your non-standard setup or any special requests.
Please include set up drawings if available. Special requests are not guaranteed by acceptance. You will receive confirmation in advance of the Faire.
Describe any non-standard setup needed for your presentation, demo or workshop.
Please share any additional information or non-stand AV requests for your presentation. Special requests are not guaranteed by acceptance. You will receive confirmation in advance of the Faire.
Will you be giving away, selling, or sampling food (packaged or unpackaged) at Maker Faire?
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Yes
No
Select the option that best describes your plans regarding food at Maker Faire.
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I'd like to be a Food Vendor and serve food that will be eaten during the faire by attendees.
I'm selling or giving away pre-packaged food, not intended for immediate consumption.
I'm sampling food as part of my exhibit, workshop, demo or presentation.
Describe what type of food and any details.
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Including food in your exhibit may require a Health Permit and associated fee. Details will be emailed to you after acceptance.
Lighting
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Please describe the preferred or required lighting for your exhibit or demo.
Normal
Dark
Noise
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Please describe the sound level and type of your exhibit, presentation, or demo.
Normal - does not interfere with normal conversation
Amplified - adjustable level of amplification
Repetitive sound (eg. balloons popping, video game bleeps)
Loud!
Does your booth, exhibit, or performance require power?
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Yes
No
What are you powering?
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Electrical requirements
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To ensure you have adequate power onsite, it's essential we know in advance the specific amount you need.
To find the total amperage you require, find the amperage listed on the back of each piece of equipment you plan to use onsite. Then, add up the amps and round up to the closest amperage below. Please check your equipment, and donโt guess.
one 5 amp circuit (0-500 watts, 120V)
one 10 amp circuit (501-1000 watts, 120V)
one 15 amp circuit (1001-1500 watts, 120V)
one 20 amp circuit (1501-2000 watts, 120V)
My exhibit requires power, but I need help determining my total power amperage
Other
Additional Power options
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Please select the requested power from the list below. You can state your specific power request in the Special Requests section if none of the choices are suitable for your exhibit. If possible, provide an image of your equipment's plug in the Additional Documents field at the end of this form.
120 V 30 Amp
220V 100 Amp, 3 Phase
220V 100 Amp, Single Phase
220V 150 Amp, Single Phase
220V 15 Amp Single Phase
220V 20 Amp, Single Phase
220V 30 Amp, Single Phase
220V 40 Amp, Single Phase
220V 200 Amp, 3 phase
220V 50 Amp, 3 Phase
220V 200 Amp, Single Phase
220V 50 Amp, Single Phase
Other, not listed above
Special Power Requirements: Please provide total amperage and additional details.
Internet requirements
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I don't need wifi internet access
My exhibit MUST have wifi internet access to work right.
Radio Frequencies
If your exhibit uses radio frequencies, please provide details about your RF use, frequencies, etc.
Public Safety + Waste Concerns
Does your exhibit, presentation, or performance make use of fire, chemicals, or other dangerous materials or tools (propane, welders, etc)?
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Yes
No
Describe any fire or safety details.
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Fire Safety Plan
Please complete a Fire Safety Plan and upload it here.
Max. file size: 23 MB.
Do you have an INTERACTIVE exhibit, presentation, or performance involving using tools of any kind, riding (bikes, go carts, swings, etc), climbing, etc?
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Yes
No
General Safety Plan
Please complete a Safety Plan and upload it here.
Max. file size: 23 MB.
Will your exhibit, presentation, or performance produce any waste?
Waste is anything you expect to dispose of during setup, showtime or load out at Maker Faire, such as recyclables, compostables, garbage, reuseable/donatable items, and water.
Yes
No
Please describe what waste you expect to produce and your plan in disposing of it.
Presentation, Performance & Demonstrations
Presentation and Performance Schedule Availability
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Please check all boxes if you are available any day.
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Please list any scheduling comments, preferences, or conflicts.
Performance Details
Describe the duration and number of times you are offering to do your performance at Maker Faire (ex. once per day, hourly).
Setup and Equipment Requests
Please include your input list, equipment youโll be bringing, and additional details or special requests in the box below. If possible, we appreciate you bringing everything you need.
Compensation Request
Please let us know what kind of compensation you would like to receive for playing the event, both monetary and guest tickets.
We are happy to play without financial compensation.
We will play for guest tickets only.
Fee
How many performers are involved?
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Please enter a number from
1
to
99
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Compensation amount?
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Please enter a number from
1
to
999
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Step 2 of 4: Contact & Maker Information
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Primary Contact Information
The Primary Contact is the logistical contact for the Maker Faire production and editorial team.
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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We will send acceptance notification and all information to this email address. Please type it carefully.
Contact Phone Number
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Home
Work
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Maker, Presenter, or Performer Information
Name(s), Bio(s), Title, Organization, and Photo will be published on the Maker Faire website. All other information will remain private to the Maker Faire team.
Who would you like listed as the maker(s) for this exhibit, presentation or performance?
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Just Myself
Group /Team / Company
Maker or Group General Age Range
0-7
8-12
13-17
18-24
25+
Your Website
Please copy and paste the full link below.
Example: https://www.mywebsite.com/
Your Social Media Sites
Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites will be shared publicly on your Maker Faire entry page.
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Your Link
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Your Photo
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Headshot preferred. This photo will appear publicly with your name and bio.
File must be under 50MB in size and a jpg, gif, png, jpeg. Square images at least 500px wide work best.
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Maker Bio
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Group / Company Name
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Group Photo or Company Logo
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This image will appear publicly with your group or company name and description given above.
File must be at least 500px wide or larger. Square images work best.
Companies can use logos here.
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Accepted file types: png, jpg, jpeg, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 1.
Group / Company Description
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Please describe your group or company. If desired, list all group members by name, any relevant information about them, and how they work together.
Group Website
Example: http://www.groupwebsite.com/
Social Media (Public)
Enter in the order of most use. Your top three social media sites can be shared publicly on Maker Faire websites.
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Step 3 of 4: Additional Details
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What inspired you to make this project?
This information will be made public on your Maker Faire entry page if populated.
What are some of the challenges you have encountered and how did you address them?
This information will be made public on your Maker Faire entry page if populated.
Additional supporting documents
Upload other documentation related to your exhibit that you'd like to share with us.
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Max. file size: 8 MB.
Are there other organizations or makers you recommend we contact about participating in Maker Faire?
Have you participated in other Maker Faires?
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No
Please list the city and year of the other Maker Faires you have participated in.
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Year
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Is there anything else you would like to tell us?
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