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Maker Battle 2026
Round 1
May 16, 2026
Application Now Open!
Maker Battle Is Back!
Maker Battle is back for 2026. The next battle is May 16th!
Get ready for an electrifying day of robot combat, community, and creativity. Mark your calendars and get your applications in before the deadline!
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a first-time builder, Maker Battle is the place to test your engineering skills and take home the glory.
Event Details
- Class ANT-WEIGHT (1 lb.) Battle
- Date Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Hours 10am – 4pm (setup & check-in from 8am)
- Location MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
- Youth Application Window April 4 – April 18
(At least one team member must be 17 or younger) - General Application Window April 18 – May 15 (all ages)
What Is Maker Battle?
Maker Battle is an electrifying event where competitors unleash their remote-controlled 1lb robots into the battle arena, vying for victory and bragging rights!
A total of 32 bots engage in this intense double-elimination tournament-style showdown. With rounds lasting up to 2 minutes — or until one robot is disabled — the excitement is palpable as makers showcase their engineering prowess.
Beyond the battles, Maker Battle is an event that bolsters Hartford's community spirit. Hosted by MakerspaceCT, this event isn't just about competition; it's a celebration of innovation and collaboration. By supporting Maker Battle, attendees contribute to the growth of MakerspaceCT, empowering makers and nurturing creativity in Connecticut and beyond.
Only one bot will be crowned Maker Battle Champion!
MORE WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
- Volunteer Opportunities: Help run Maker Battle! CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!
- Tickets: Attend with family & friends (this is a kid-friendly event!) CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS!
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Help Support Maker Battle
The non-profit mission of Maker Battle is to provide inspiration and education to the next generation around robotics and technology. Your financial support helps make this event possible. Thank you!
Donate Now ❤Sponsorship Levels Your support powers the arena — and the next generation of engineers. MakerspaceCT is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Sponsorships may be tax-deductible; please consult your tax advisor.
Named for the classic entry-level bot — simple, effective, and essential to every competition. Every champion started somewhere. Maker Battle is that starting point in Connecticut.
- ✓Recognition on event signage
- ✓Company listing on the Maker Battle event page
- ✓Supports hands-on STEAM education in Hartford
Named for one of the most devastating weapon classes in the sport — high energy, maximum impact. The skills that win robot battles are the skills that drive real-world innovation.
- ✓Recognition on event signage
- ✓Company listing on the Maker Battle event page
- ✓Shoutout across MakerspaceCT social media channels
- ✓Brand association with a proven STEAM pipeline from concept to competition
A nod to kinetic energy weapons — the most powerful and technically demanding class in the sport. Maker Battle is the entry point into a rapidly growing global phenomenon.
- ✓Logo on event signage and all printed materials
- ✓Company listing on the Maker Battle event page
- ✓Featured recognition across MakerspaceCT social media
- ✓Brand visibility bridging grassroots making and professional engineering culture
The last bot standing. Maximum visibility, maximum impact. Your brand at the center of one of the most exciting STEAM events in Connecticut — where students, builders, families, and engineers come together.
- ✓Premium logo on all signage and printed materials
- ✓Featured recognition on the event page and social media
- ✓Verbal recognition from the stage throughout the event
- ✓Company rep invited to attend — direct access to competitors, families, and educators
- ✓Strongest alignment with MakerspaceCT's 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission
Ready to put your brand at the forefront of Connecticut's most exciting STEAM event? We'd love to have you in our corner.
Become a Sponsor → MakerspaceCT is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN available upon request.