The 2026 Des Moines Mini Maker Faire will be hosted by the Science Center of Iowa on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This year is all about Empowered Tools – how traditional methods and technological advancements help creatives bring their boldest ideas to life. From handcrafted to high-tech, the tools we use shape the way we build, imagine, and innovate!
This all-ages festival showcases makers from across the state and invites visitors to discover their own inner inventor through hands-on experiences.
We are looking for two types of volunteers for this event:
- Wayfinding Volunteers (split into a morning shift & afternoon shift)
9:00 AM to 12:30 PM / 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
This will consist of bringing snacks to exhibitors, cover booths when people need breaks, helping people around SCI, and tidying the building throughout the day.
- Skill Station Volunteers (4 shifts, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
Training will be provided day of!
Stations we create that volunteers lead, stations such as: Weaving, AI, Robotics, Sock Puppets
Please reach out to Kenzie at volunteer@sciowa.org if you have any questions!
