Creativity & High-Tech on the Trave
The volunteer-run educational and creativity festival at the **Musik- und Kongresshalle Lübeck (MuK)**. Touch, try out, fail, and recreate – for the whole family, entirely non-profit and free of charge.
Musik- und Kongresshalle (MuK)
Sat. & Sun. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Our Vision & Goals
A collaborative project for Schleswig-Holstein's educational landscape
Maker Faire Lübeck 2027 is a non-profit, volunteer-organized educational and creative festival for science, technology, art, and DIY culture. Initiated by FabLab Lübeck e.V., we do not pursue any commercial interests.
Craft Meets High-Tech
We bridge the gap between traditional handiwork (sawing, filing, soldering) and digitization (3D printing, laser cutting, microcontrollers).
Low-Threshold & Free STEM Education
Thanks to regional foundations, all workshop offers are completely free of charge. This guarantees equal access to future-oriented technologies for kids from all income backgrounds.
Fostering "4Cs" Future Skills
We playfully train **Creativity**, **Critical thinking**, **Collaboration**, and **Communication** through open challenges.
Trial & Error and Self-Efficacy
Trying, failing, and adapting at our hands-on stations teaches a deep sense of self-efficacy: "I can shape and repair my environment myself, instead of just consuming."
A Strong Regional Network
This festival is a true collaborative network. We work closely with local educational institutions such as the **Junior Campus Lübeck** and the **Digital Learning Campus SH (DLC)**.
Global Maker Licence
Through official licensing and media partnership with **Heise Group** (Make:, c't, heise online), the event enjoys a wide overregional reach and links into a worldwide network.
Hands-on Workshops & Stamp Card
Gamification for young explorers on the 2nd floor of the MuK
The Hands-on Stamp Card
Every child receives a stamp card with 8 slots upon entry. After successfully participating in a workshop, the workshop leader signs off on the corresponding slot. **After completing just 3 workshops** (e.g. 1x technology, 1x textile, 1x ecology), children can swap their card at the central FabLab booth in the rotunda for a small, **live-made reward** (such as a laser-engraved wooden "Junior Maker 2027" badge customized with their own name)!
Electronics & Soldering
Organized by: FabLab Team
The absolute classic. Under patient guidance, children and teenagers solder their first electronic circuits (e.g., the official blinking Makey badge).
Technology7 further workshops planned
We are currently preparing 7 additional free hands-on workshops (covering coding, textile crafts, 3D printing, ecology, and more). Detailed information will follow soon!
More info soonZoning & Room Layout of the MuK
2,500 m² of inspiration, divided into thematic landscapes
Exhibition Area (Ground & Upper Floor)
Indoor Areas- Diverse Maker Projects: The spacious indoor areas (Rotunda, Foyer & Gallery on the first floor) host creative projects, associations, private makers, and interactive exhibits.
- Conference Rooms 1 & 2: Integrated exhibition space for educational offerings, school projects, university initiatives, and young researchers.
- No Strict Division: All indoor areas are open to all exhibitors. This encourages lively exchange and networking without thematic barriers.
Kleiner Saal
Lecture Centre- Short Lecture Stage: Continuous lecture program curated and technically managed by **Chaotikum e.V.**
- Streaming & Broadcast: Lectures are recorded and streamed live on public television channels.
Vorplatz & Outdoor Area
Free Entry- BattleBots Arena: Remote-controlled battle robot tournament under a weather-proof tent structure with public stands.
- Outdoor Tents: Exhibition spaces for large-scale, loud, or intense projects.
- Mobile Workshops: Traditional metal blacksmithing and welding stations under expert supervision.
- Food Truck Mile: Local food options directly by the river Trave.
For Exhibitors
Participation and exhibition space are 100% free of charge!
Present Your Project
Whether you are a private hobbyist, a school science club, an academic research team, or a non-profit association – Maker Faire Lübeck is your stage.
Exhibitor Facts:
Private Makers
Share your passion, network with the northern German maker community, and learn from peers.
Schools & Universities
Demonstrate your science groups, final papers, prototypes, or physics experiments.
Volunteer Crew
Become part of the crew! Help with access gates, logistics, or workshop assistance.
Live media deck
Explore broadcasting. Conduct interviews with makers or control the cameras.
For Sponsors & Education Partners
Support the STEM makers of tomorrow in Lübeck
To ensure free access for children, FabLab Lübeck e.V. cooperates with regional foundations (e.g. **Possehl Foundation, Dräger Foundation, Sparkassen Foundation**). We also offer businesses a limited number of sponsorship packages.
Directions & Venue
Musik- und Kongresshalle Lübeck (MuK)
The Venue
Musik- und Kongresshalle Lübeck
Willy-Brandt-Allee 10
23554 Lübeck
Germany
By Train
The MuK is a 10-minute walk from Lübeck Central Station (Hauptbahnhof). Follow directions pointing to "Innenstadt/MuK".
By Bus
Take public buses to "Musik- und Kongresshalle" (directly in front) or "Stadthalle" (5-minute walk).
Parking
There is a large paid public parking lot (Parkplatz MuK) right next to the hall. We strongly recommend arriving by train or bicycle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Everything you need to know for your visit
Does entry cost anything?
No! Maker Faire Lübeck 2027 is a non-profit educational project. Entrance to the outdoor area, the main indoor halls, and all workshop spaces on the 2nd floor are completely free for everyone. Donations to FabLab Lübeck e.V. to support our volunteer work are welcome and appreciated.
Is the event child-friendly?
Absolutely! The Maker Faire is a family festival. We offer sensory play for toddlers, hands-on electronic and soldering classes starting at age 8, career orientation labs for teenagers, and expert technology chats for adults.
How do the workshops work?
8 hands-on workshops are planned on the 2nd floor of the MuK (starting with the classic soldering course, others are currently in planning). You can simply walk in and participate – no registration required. Kids receive a stamp card with cool rewards.
When does setup start?
The collective setup of exhibition booths for makers and partners begins on Friday, July 09, 2027, at 12:00 PM. Infrastructure and tents are built by the core team starting at 08:00 AM.
Who curates and manages the project?
The project leads of Maker Faire Lübeck 2027 are Andre Scholze and Marco Gabrecht from FabLab Lübeck e.V. (acting on a fully voluntary basis).
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Direct Contact
Have questions about stands, frequencies, or safety concepts (such as escape routing or cable covers)? Send us a note.