Call for Makers - Maker Faire Syracuse

Step 1 of 2: Exhibit, Presentation, or Performance Details

*Indicates a required field.

Deadline to apply is 4/3/25. We will accept makers on a case-by-case basis after this date.

We have extended the Faire hours by one hour. We will end the Faire in 2025 at 5pm instead of 4pm.

Type of Proposal*

We welcome all creative people. Help us understand what you do. For-Profit Businesses will require a $100 table fee.

Individual Maker / Presentation in a Booth - booth required
Presentation / Performer / Speaker - on stage
Mobile performer - booth not required
Not-For-Profit Organization or Group
For-Profit Business

Project Name or Title*

Full Description (remains private, not published)*

For the Maker Faire team, explain what your project/presentation is and describe what you will actually be bringing to Maker Faire. This information will not be made public. Be as descriptive as possible.

Short Description (made public, shown on Maker Faire website)*

Response limited to 250 characters or less. This information will be made public.

Project Photo*

File must be at least 500px wide or larger. Select your best photo. This photo will appear publicly with your short description above.

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Website

Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://www.mygreatproject.com/.

Video

Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD_JpGgUFQQ.

What are your plans at Maker Faire?*

Standard booth spaces are 10' x 10'. There is no fee for up to two 10' x 10' booths for businesses, organizations and individuals who are providing a hands-on activity and are NOT selling merchandise or charging attendees for activity supplies . Additional spaces beyond this size may be provided pending committee approval. The fee for businesses, organizations, and individuals who want to sell merchandise is $100 per 10' x 10' booth space. The fee for businesses, organizations, and individuals who want to charge attendees for hands-on activity supplies is $50 per 10' x 10' booth space.

Showcasing my project and sharing knowledge
Selling at Maker Faire. Providing a hands-on activity and charging attendees for activity supplies ($50 per 10x10 booth space)
Selling at Maker Faire. Vendors without a hands-on activity may be placed on a waitlist. ($100 per 10x10 booth space)
I want to be a sponsor. (We will contact you with further details) See sponsor information here: https://syracuse.makerfaire.com/become-a-sponsor/

You indicated you will be promoting or selling. Describe the product or service and list the price range.*

Any URLs to specific websites or images or videos are helpful.

Will you be giving away, or sampling food (packaged or unpackaged) at Maker Faire?*

Yes
No

Select the option that best describes your plans regarding food at Maker Faire.*

I'm 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.*

Including food in your exhibit may require a Health Permit and associated fee. Details will be emailed to you after acceptance.

What type of space do you need for your exhibit?*

NOTE: Makers are required to bring their own table coverings.

Standard 10' x 10' booth w/one 6' table and two chairs
Standard 10' x 10' empty booth space
Mobile - will move through the Faire
Booth not needed
Other, non-standard or special requirements including additional tables and chairs

Location Preference*

Inside
Outside (under tent)
Outside
No preference

Here are some sample layouts for a 10 x 10 booth with 6 ft. tables. Drawings are not to scale. The bottom edge is the front of the booth.

How many booths do you need?*

Describe your non-standard setup or any special requests including additional tables and chairs.*

Special requests are not guaranteed by acceptance. You will receive confirmation in advance of the Faire.

Do you have a hands-on activity or interactive exhibit for attendees?*

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.*

For attendees, please complete this sentence: "At my exhibit (workshop or presentation, etc), you can learn how to...."

Please do not repeat the first part of the sentence above, just add onto the sentence as you see best. If this doesn't apply to your exhibit, you can skip it.

Lighting*

Normal
Dark

Noise

Normal - does not interfere with normal conversation
Amplified - adjustable level of amplification
Repetitive or potentially annoying sound
Loud!

Does your exhibit require power?*

Yes
No

Electrical:

If you provide details of your power requirements, we will make certain you have power available at your exhibit area. One 5 amp circuit (0-500 watts, 110V) can be provided for free. You will be charged an additional fee based on your power requirements over 5 amps. Please bring your own extension cords, surge protectors and/or power strips for power distribution at your exhibit. Last minute power requests cannot be guaranteed.

Understanding your power usage is important: 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 bring onsite. Then, add up the amps of each piece of equipment. Please check your equipment, and don’t guess. We thank you in advance. The power requirements may be listed on the back of the item in question, on the converter box, or on the electrical plug itself.

Voltage: In North America, normal house and building power is 110 volts.

Amperage: After you determine the voltage you require (see above), we need to know how many amps you will be using at that voltage. If an item only lists watts and not amps, you can quickly convert watts to amps by dividing the watts by volts (Watts / Volts = Amps.)

Examples: A 500-watt light bulb requires approximately a 4.5A (A=amps) on a 110V (normal US) circuit: 500/110= 4.5. Here’s a list of average amperage for common Maker Faire items: Laptop ~2A, Sewing Machine ~0.6A, Lights ~0.3A-2A, 3D Printer ~10-20A, Arduino ~0.1A, cellphones/tablets ~0.5A-2A.

What are you powering?*

Power Requirements*

one 5 amp circuit (0-500 watts, 120V) (Free)
I need more power please contact me.

Radio Frequencies

If your exhibit uses radio frequencies, please provide details about your RF use, frequencies, etc.

Safety

Does your exhibit involve sharp or hot tools, fire or flame, climbing, or any other interactions that could be considered a safety risk?*

Yes
No

Describe any fire or safety details.*

Primary Contact Information

The Primary Contact is the logistical contact for the Maker Faire production and editorial team.

Contact Name*

First Last

Organization/Company

Contact Email*

We will send acceptance notification and all information to this email address. Please type it carefully.

Contact Phone Number*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Social Media

If you list your social media handles below we will use them to tag and promote you on our social media.

How many wristbands do you need for yourself and others participating in your booth?*

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 and goes only to the Maker Faire team.

Who would you like listed as the maker for this application?*

One maker
A list of makers (7 max)
A group or association

Maker 1

Are you 18 years old or older?*

Makers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. (Parent, guardian, teacher, etc.)

Yes
No

Name of parent, guardian, teacher accompanying you?*

First Last

Same as Primary Contact

Name*

First Last

Email*

Phone

Maker Website

Maker Photo*

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio*

Add an Additional Maker?

Maker 2

Name*

First Last

Email*

Maker Website

Maker Photo

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio

Add an Additional Maker?

Maker 3

Name*

First Last

Email*

Maker Website

Maker Photo

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio

Add an Additional Maker?

Maker 4

Name*

First Last

Email*

Maker Website

Maker Photo

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio

Add an Additional Maker?

Maker 5

Name*

First Last

Email*

Maker Website

Maker Photo

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio

Add an Additional Maker?

Maker 6

Name*

First Last

Email*

Maker Website

Maker Photo

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio

Add an Additional Maker?

Maker 7

Name*

First Last

Email*

Maker Website

Maker Photo

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Maker Bio

Group Information

Group Name*

Group Photo*

Image must be at least 500px wide or larger.

Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Group Bio*

What is Maker Faire?

The 2025 Maker Faire Syracuse maker application is OPEN!

Deadline to apply is 4/3/25. We will accept makers on a case-by-case basis after this date.

Call For Makers 2025 (Syracuse)

Step 1 of 2

Step 1 of 2: Exhibit, Presentation, or Performance Details

Deadline to apply is 4/3/25. We will accept makers on a case-by-case basis after this date.

Safety

Primary Contact Information

Maker, Presenter, or Performer Information

Maker 1

Maker 2

Maker 3

Maker 4

Maker 5

Maker 6

Maker 7

Group Information

Step 2 of 2: Additional Details