Maker Festival Tauranga 2026 Applications Open for Local Innovators

Are you a backyard inventor, a robotics builder, or a sustainable tech creator? STEM Wana Trust is inviting all local makers, creators, and tinkerers to bring their projects out of the garage and into the public eye. This community gathering is a direct invitation to share the hands-on ingenuity happening right here in our neighbourhoods.

This inaugural event is your chance to connect with fellow innovators, share your technical knowledge, and display your hard work to an enthusiastic audience. Spaces are available for projects at any stage, from completed builds to working prototypes. Adobe Images.

Showcasing your work at Maker Festival helps our community see how practical engineering and creative design solve everyday challenges. Whether you are a student prototyping a new tool or an experienced maker working with electronics, your project can inspire the next generation of problem-solvers. Come and help bridge the gap between scientific ideas and practical local action.

Maker Festival Event Information

• Event Name: Maker Festival 2026

• Dates: 12 and 13 September 2026

• Location: Tauranga

• Exhibition Categories: Electronics, robotics, woodworking, art, engineering, and sustainable technology

• Application Status: Open now for all local creators

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