Saturday, April 12 | 10 AM – 5 PM | Sci-Port Discovery Center

The Shreveport-Bossier Maker Faire is more than an event—it’s a celebration of creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning. Returning to Sci-Port Discovery Center on Saturday, April 12, this year’s Faire invites all ages to engage with science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) in meaningful, imaginative ways. From inventors and educators to artists and entrepreneurs, the Maker Faire is where ideas come to life.

What is the Shreveport-Bossier Maker Faire?

Launched in 2006 in the San Francisco Bay Area as an extension of Make: magazine, the Maker Faire has grown into a global movement that inspires curiosity, invention, and collaboration. In Shreveport-Bossier, the event serves as a hub for makers, learners, and leaders—revitalizing the local economy, encouraging creative entrepreneurship, and promoting STEAM-based education.

A Celebration of the Maker Spirit

This year’s Maker Faire will feature dozens of creators across a wide range of disciplines. Whether you’re an engineer, crafter, scientist, performer, or student, you’ll find opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired. The event focuses on several key goals:

  • Building a Network of Makers – Connecting individuals and groups working across disciplines.

  • Showcasing Creative Work – Giving makers a platform to share their ideas and creations.

  • Offering Hands-On Interaction – Encouraging engagement through tactile learning experiences.

  • Supporting Grassroots Innovation – Empowering community members to build and create.

  • Promoting Inclusion and Accessibility – Reinforcing the idea that everyone is a maker.

  • Highlighting Sustainable Solutions – Exploring energy and resource-conscious innovations.

What to Expect

Often referred to as the “Greatest Show and Tell on Earth,” the Maker Faire is an immersive experience designed to educate and entertain. Categories include engineering, homesteading, visual arts, performance, technology, and young makers.

Visitors can expect:

  • Live Demonstrations – Watch creators build and invent in real time.

  • Hands-On Workshops – Participate in guided sessions on robotics, soldering, coding, crafting, and more.

  • Interactive Exhibits – Engage with technology-infused art and immersive installations.

  • STEM Career Panels – Hear from professionals in tech, energy, and advanced manufacturing fields.

  • Global Representation – Past Faires have welcomed participants from Iceland’s Fab Lab Ísafjörður, eNable Prosthetics, and even Kim Stahl of Forged in Fire.

Power Racing Series: High-Speed DIY Action

A standout attraction at this year’s event is the National Power Racing Series, an electric vehicle challenge like no other. On April 12, more than 20 teams from across the country will race custom-built cars in the Sci-Port parking lot. These aren’t ordinary vehicles—they start as children’s Power Wheels, reengineered to reach speeds up to 40 miles per hour.

Participants face a unique challenge: build a race-worthy electric vehicle for under $600. Each team makes critical decisions on where to spend their budget—batteries, tires, motor controllers, and aesthetics all come into play. Decoration is also judged, so expect to see glitter, lights, feathers, and plenty of personality on the track.

The Power Racing Series promotes STEAM learning, teamwork, and trade skills in a spirited, competitive atmosphere. It’s educational, unpredictable, and undeniably entertaining.

Learn more at powerracingseries.org.

Why You Should Attend

  • For Families and Students: Experience a day of discovery that inspires learning through creativity.

  • For Educators: Gain insight into project-based STEAM activities and connect with like-minded professionals.

  • For Innovators and Entrepreneurs: Showcase your work, build your network, and connect with collaborators.

  • For the Community: Celebrate the innovation happening right here in Shreveport-Bossier.

Event Details

Location: Sci-Port Discovery Center
Address: 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport, LA 71101
Date: Saturday, April 12
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Phone: 318-424-3466
Website: shreveport.makerfaire.com

Whether you’re ready to get your hands dirty or simply looking to be inspired, the Shreveport-Bossier Maker Faire is a must-attend event for anyone who believes in the power of making. Come see what happens when creativity, innovation, and collaboration converge under one roof.

Let’s make something amazing—together.

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