Maker Faire Rome – The European Edition
The major European festival of innovation and maker culture, held at the Gazometro Ostiense in Rome
About Maker Faire Rome
Maker Faire Rome, the European innovation festival
Maker Faire Rome – The European Edition is the most important European event dedicated to innovation and maker culture. Promoted and organized by the Rome Chamber of Commerce through its special agency Innova Camera, the festival was established in 2013 and has since become a benchmark on the international stage, attracting inventors, tech enthusiasts, businesses, schools, and universities from across the globe.
An event in the heart of Rome, at the Gazometro Ostiense
After changing venues several times throughout its history, the event has found its home in the fascinating industrial area of the Gazometro Ostiense, one of the most iconic and evocative sites in the capital. This industrial archaeology setting, located in the Ostiense district of Rome, offers a unique backdrop where the heritage of the past meets the technologies of the future, in the heart of the Lazio region.
What to see at Maker Faire
During the three days of the festival, visitors can explore hundreds of exhibition stands and discover innovative projects spanning the most advanced sectors:
- Robotics and automation
- Artificial intelligence and big data
- Digital manufacturing, 3D printing, and FabLabs
- Agritech, sustainability, and the green economy
- Science, health, and new frontiers of research
- Digital creativity, design, and artisanal making
Alongside the exhibitors, the program includes hands-on workshops, talks and conferences, live demonstrations, and interactive activities designed for children as well. It is a deeply participatory event where the public doesn't just watch, but can get hands-on, experiment, and learn.
An event for everyone
Maker Faire Rome is an event that combines scientific rigor with a spirit of outreach. Schools and universities play a central role, with spaces dedicated to student projects and educational paths. At the same time, the festival is designed as an experience suitable for families and curious minds of all ages, where innovation becomes accessible, fun, and inspiring.
With its calls for makers, schools, universities, and research centers, Maker Faire Rome confirms year after year its role as a strategic platform for the Italian and European innovation ecosystem, showcasing how technology can improve daily life and shape the future.
Maker Faire Rome — edition 2026
Maker Faire Rome 2026
The 2026 edition of Maker Faire Rome – The European Edition, the fourteenth, is scheduled from October 23rd to 25th, 2026, in the spaces of the Gazometro Ostiense in Rome. The event is promoted by the Rome Chamber of Commerce through Innova Camera.
For 2026, calls for makers, schools, universities, and research centers have been opened, with projects covering five major areas: technology and innovation, sustainability, science and health, creativity and culture, and education and society. The detailed program, including the schedule of talks, workshops, and exhibition areas, will be published on the official website in the weeks leading up to the event.
Programme Maker Faire Rome 2026
Highlights Maker Faire Rome 2026
- Fourteenth edition of the largest European maker festival
- Robotics, artificial intelligence, digital manufacturing, and 3D printing
- Exhibition stands, workshops, and talks with inventors and startups from around the world
- Spaces dedicated to schools and universities
- Interactive activities suitable for the whole family
Prices Maker Faire Rome 2026
Practical information — Maker Faire Rome
How to get there
The Gazometro Ostiense is located in the Ostiense district of Rome and is well-connected by public transport. By metro, you can reach it via Line B (Piramide or Garbatella stops); the Roma-Lido urban railway (Piramide/Ostiense stations) is also convenient. The Roma Ostiense railway station is just a short distance away. Those arriving by car will find the area near the Lungotevere and Via Ostiense.
Tickets and opening hours
Admission to Maker Faire Rome requires a ticket, usually available for purchase online and on-site; discounts and dedicated entry options are available for schools and groups. Opening hours and updated rates are published on the official website makerfairerome.eu closer to the event date.
Tips
The festival is very large: it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes and set aside several hours for the event. Rome offers a wide selection of hotels, B&Bs, and accommodations in the Ostiense, Testaccio, and San Paolo districts, just minutes from the venue.
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Where does it take place — Maker Faire Rome
Gazometro Ostiense
Via del Commercio, Gazometro Ostiense, 00154 Roma