Event Schedule
Use the schedule below to plan your weekend to catch the panel talks and other scheduled activities! Note that most of the exhibits and hands-on activities at Maker Faire Orlando happen continuously throughout the weekend.
Check out the event program for a printable map, schedule and more!
Maker Faire Begins!
Welcome to Day 1 of Maker Faire Orlando!
Make sure to check out the list of exhibits, hands-on workshops and more so you don't miss any of the action!
Make sure to check out the list of exhibits, hands-on workshops and more so you don't miss any of the action!
Saturday 10:00 am
These tiny electric racers are ready to race for glory - you can stop by the track to see the qualifying action!
Power Racing Track
Saturday 10:30 am
Meet the Florida Armored Combat Club and see demos of armor and weaponry! Then stop back on Sunday for scheduled Knight Fights including Defend the Pumpkin, 2v2 / 3v3, and duels!
Knight Fights Arena (Outdoor)
Saturday 11:00 am
- 5:00 pm
Theme Park Makers Panel
Hear from professional makers in the Themed Entertainment industry including Bill Butler of Garner Holt Productions, Scott Harkless of Alcorn McBride and the team at Universal Creative.
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 11:00 am
- 12:00 pm
The High Voltage Guys will be creating music with a Telsa coil! Stay and play with all the high voltage devices!
Spirit Building
Saturday 11:30 am
- 11:40 am
Music Makers
Grab lunch and join us for some live music from earth tones!
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 12:00 pm
- 1:45 pm
The High Voltage Guys will be creating music with a Telsa coil! Stay and play with all the high voltage devices!
Spirit Building
Saturday 1:30 pm
- 1:40 pm
Magic Wheelchair Builders Panel
Learn about the history of building epic wheelchair costumes, the impact of inclusive cosplay, and how to get involved! Featuring special guest builders behind amazing Magic Wheelchair costumes and Christine Getman, Executive Director of Magic Wheelchair.
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 2:00 pm
- 2:50 pm
Cosplay Creators
Hear from amazing cosplay guests including Allison Chase and Jen Schachter
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 3:00 pm
- 3:50 pm
Meet the teams behind these wacky electric race cars and learn how you can build your own power racer!
Power Racing Track
Saturday 1:00 pm
The High Voltage Guys will be creating music with a Telsa coil! Stay and play with all the high voltage devices!
Spirit Building
Saturday 3:30 pm
- 3:40 pm
Nerd Nite Orlando
The Nerd Nite Orlando team is taking over the Maker Faire stage and bringing some amazing Nerds to share their thoughts with you!
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 4:00 pm
- 4:50 pm
Maker Faire Day 1 is Over!
We will see you Tomorrow! (or at the VIP Fundraiser event on Saturday night!)
Saturday 5:00 pm
Maker Faire Orlando & Robot Ruckus VIP Fundraiser!
Join Special Guest Makers & BattleBots teams for a fundraiser benefitting The Maker Effect Foundation. This is a separately ticketed event. More Info
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 5:00 pm
- 8:00 pm
Maker Faire Resumes!
Welcome back for day 2 of Maker Faire Orlando 2023!
Sunday 10:00 am
Join the Florida Armored Combat Club for Knight Fights including Defend the Pumpkin, 2v2 / 3v3, and duels!
Knight Fights Arena (Outdoor)
Sunday 11:00 am
- 11:30 am
BattleBots Panel
Hear from your favorite BattleBots team members and ask your burning questions!
Maker Faire Stage
Sunday 11:00 am
- 12:00 pm
The High Voltage Guys will be creating music with a Telsa coil! Stay and play with all the high voltage devices!
Spirit Building
Sunday 11:30 am
- 11:40 am
Music Makers
Grab lunch and join us for some live music from earth tones!
Maker Faire Stage
Saturday 12:00 pm
- 1:45 pm
Meet the teams behind these wacky electric race cars and learn how you can build your own power racer!
Power Racing Track
Sunday 1:00 pm
Join the Florida Armored Combat Club for Knight Fights including Defend the Pumpkin, 2v2 / 3v3, and duels!
Knight Fights Arena (Outdoor)
Sunday 1:00 pm
- 1:30 pm
The High Voltage Guys will be creating music with a Telsa coil! Stay and play with all the high voltage devices!
Spirit Building
Sunday 1:30 pm
- 1:40 pm
Assistive Technology Panel
Hear how makers are making a difference for those with disabilities. Panelists include Caleb Kraft of the Controller Project and AbleGamers, Bill Binko of ATMakers, and members of the Roaring Riptide FIRST Robotics team who are hosting the FIRST with AT exhibit.
Maker Faire Stage
Sunday 2:00 pm
- 2:50 pm
Props Producers Panel
Maker Faire Stage
Sunday 3:00 pm
- 3:50 pm
Join the Florida Armored Combat Club for Knight Fights including Defend the Pumpkin, 2v2 / 3v3, and duels!
Knight Fights Arena (Outdoor)
Sunday 3:00 pm
- 3:30 pm
The High Voltage Guys will be creating music with a Telsa coil! Stay and play with all the high voltage devices!
Spirit Building
Sunday 3:30 pm
- 3:40 pm
Giving Back through Art - The Artists behind Maker Faire Orlando
Meet the artists behind the artwork of Maker Faire Orlando over the past 11 years including Graven Ravenwolf of Digital Warpaint, creator of this year's amazing artwork!
Maker Faire Stage
Sunday 4:00 pm
- 4:50 pm
The best of the best are on the podium after a long weekend of racing. Cheer them on to glory!
Power Racing Track
Sunday 4:00 pm
Join the Florida Armored Combat Club for Knight Fights including Defend the Pumpkin, 2v2 / 3v3, and duels!
Knight Fights Arena (Outdoor)
Sunday 4:30 pm
- 5:00 pm
Maker Faire Concludes
Maker Faire Orlando 2023 is over - we will see you next year!
Sunday 5:00 pm
Event schedule subject to change at any time based on the availability of exhibiting makers, special guests, and venue conditions.