Maker Takeover 2026Maker Takeover 2026 is on April 29!

Join us for Elon’s biggest celebration of creativity: explore 40+ student projects, try hands-on activities, play student-built games, and create something of your own.

Maker Takeover 2026  |  Wednesday, April 29 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM |  Moseley Center

Over 40 Student-made Projects

Explore a range of exciting student-made projects, from custom clothing to cutting boards to a stained glass, and more.

See Kickbox Progress

Recipients of have spent their spring semester making significant progress on a big idea. See their progress and talk to them about their process at Maker Takeover. Projects range from a seeing eye robot dog and custom speakers to wearable Phoenix wings and a custom chess board, and more.

Preview the Fun!

See everything on the 2026 Maker Takeover program!

Student making a craft at Takeover 2025

Read an article on Today @ Elon about Maker Takeover 2026.

A projector attached to a truck bed

See videos and photos from Kickbox students about their progress and process making their project.

So Much to See and Do

Eat Free Ice Cream!

Elon Dining will be making ice cream using liquid nitrogen! Take a break from the excitement of Maker Takeover and partake in a yummy, sweet treat.

 

Escape from Wonderland

Introducing a brand new escape room for 2026 – Escape from Wonderland. Gather up your friends and help Alice escape from our Elon-built game. 

 

Make a Cyanotype Prints

Making cyanotype prints

Use the power of the sun to create your own one-of-a-kind photographic print.

 

Build a Custom Frame

We’ll snap your photo at the event—then you can design a custom frame to show it off your way!

 

Collect Stamps for Free T-Shirt

Visit a table to earn a stamp. Earn 5 stamps and make a free shirt! Supplies are limited—arrive early!

 

Play AI Connect 4

Challenge a student-built AI, created by Jacob Karty, and see if you can outsmart the algorithm.

 

Explore a Decade in the Making

Explore a photo gallery celebrating a decade of the Maker Hub at Elon, showcasing its first 10 years of creativity, growth, and community!

 

See 3D Printed Pokémon

Check out a colorful lineup of Pokémon characters, 3D printed and hand-painted by Maker Hub staff!

 

Watch 3D Printing in Action

Watch a 3D printer transform digital models into real objects and learn how you can create your own!

 

Play Retro Games

Play throw-back games on a Raspberry Pi microcomputer.

 

Make Free Buttons

Make a button and choose from our pre-made designs or learn how to make your own.

 

Grab Free Stickers

Pick up a free vinyl-cut sticker and add some Maker Hub flair to your laptop, water bottle, or notebook!

 

Make Felt Flags

Grab a triangle and laser-cut letters to make your own custom felt flag.

Learn more about our User Groups

Interested in 3D printing or the laser engraver? Learn more about Extrude & Groove (3D printing) or Beam Team (laser engraver) to build your skills, connect with other makers, and get more out of these powerful tools.

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