Get ready, Northwest Arkansas! Our beloved Maker Faire NWA returns on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Fayetteville Public Library, and the Call for Makers is officially OPEN. If you make (or break) things, spark curiosity, or love sharing your creative process, we’re looking for you!

Whether you’re an inventor, artist, craftsperson, or DIY enthusiast, Maker Faire NWA is the perfect platform to share your projects and connect with like-minded individuals. Maker Faire NWA is all about celebrating creativity and innovation in all its forms.

This year’s extravaganza is slated for Sept. 6, 2025, at Fayetteville Public Library. Makers and Creators have until Aug. 11 to apply!

How to Apply

Ready to be a part of this dynamic event? Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Submit Your Project: Visit our submission page to fill out the application form.
  2. Meet the Deadline: Ensure your application is submitted by August 11.
  3. Wait for Confirmation: Selected makers will be notified after their applications are reviewed.

Who Should Apply?

All who create or make are welcome:

  • Interactive artists, sculptors, and craft makers
  • DIY crafters, textile creators, and woodworkers
  • Roboticists, electronics hobbyists, and 3D printing enthusiasts
  • Educators, workshop facilitators, and STEAM presenters
  • Performers, storytellers, and science communicators
  • Anyone who dreams big and builds things!

Polished work and in-progress experiments: It does not matter where you are in your process, Maker Faire is about the stories and ingenuity behind what you make.

Why Exhibit at Maker Faire NWA?

Show It Off!

Display your project to a curious crowd eager to see creativity in action.

Connect with Others!

Meet fellow makers, form collaborations, and exchange ideas.

Inspire the Next Generation!

See kids’ eyes light up and foster a love for hands-on learning.

Share, Teach, & Sell

Many exhibitors offer demos or mini‑workshops—perfect for engaging visitors or even selling your creations.

Join a Community Tradition

Be part of the growing local maker movement in Northwest Arkansas.

Contact Us

For more information or any questions, please reach out to us at centerforinnovation@faylib.org or call 479-856-7050.