Gulf Coast
MakerCon
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Welcome Gulf Coast MakerCon
Tampa Bay’s independent, oldest and largest maker festival, celebrating the DIY Inventive Spirit since 2012!
Gulf Coast MakerCon provides an opportunity for everyone to join together to share resources, learn a craft, hone their skills, find career and academic opportunities, try new tools and innovations, and showcasing everyone’s amazing creativity!
Gulf Coast MakerCon 2026 was held April 18, 2026, at the beautiful Yuengling Draft Haus and Kitchen. Check out our media page for photos, and look for info soon on MakerCon 2027!
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Something For Everyone!
Gulf Coast MakerCon has something for everyone, including drones, robots, visual and performing arts, electronics and mechanical exhibits and displays, and more!
Gulf Coast MakerCon is made possible by these great collaborative partners!
