Upcoming MatterHackers Events
Whether you are a beginner or an expert, we'd love to hang out and chat about 3D printing! Join us at a meetup, visit our booth at a convention, or tour our headquarters at one of the upcoming events listed below.
ImplementAM - Phoenix, AZ
Join us in Phoenix for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Expand your knowledge about the foundational 3D printing technologies and learn about the business cases behind additive manufacturing. We have expert speakers from major 3D printing machine OEMs, software providers, and service bureaus. It'll be a dynamic day involving plenty of networking opportunities as well as group activities designed to get you away from PowerPoint and experience a more interactive learning experience.
*Bring a friend and get 40% off their registration*
One lucky school in the Phoenix area will receive a 3D printer package and training from MatterHackers. Nominate your local school and all in attendance will vote for the winner on the day of the event.
When: Thursday, December 7th, 2023
Where: TBD
Register for Implement AM here.
If you're not in Phoenix, find other upcoming Implement AM events in your town, here.
ImplementAM - Charlotte, NC
Join us in Charlotte for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Expand your knowledge about the foundational 3D printing technologies and learn about the business cases behind additive manufacturing. We have expert speakers from major 3D printing machine OEMs, software providers, and service bureaus. It'll be a dynamic day involving plenty of networking opportunities as well as group activities designed to get you away from PowerPoint and experience a more interactive learning experience.
*Bring a friend and get 40% off their registration*
One lucky school in the Charlotte area will receive a 3D printer package and training from MatterHackers. Nominate your local school and all in attendance will vote for the winner on the day of the event.
When:
Thursday, October 19th, 2023
Where:
Heist Brewery (2909 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC 28205)
Register for Implement AM here.
If you're not in Charlotte, find other upcoming Implement AM events in your town, here.
Orange County Maker Faire
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects. We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.
All attendees will have a chance to win a FREE Creality3D K1 Highspeed 3D printer & MH Build Rainbow Bundle PLA Pack! Register for the giveaway at check-in or near the stage.
When:
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Where:
OC Fair Grounds - 88 Fair Drive - Costa Mesa, CA 92626
ImplementAM - Milwaukee, WI
Join us in Milwaukee for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Expand your knowledge about the foundational 3D printing technologies and learn about the business cases behind additive manufacturing. We have expert speakers from major 3D printing machine OEMs, software providers, and service bureaus. It'll be a dynamic day involving plenty of networking opportunities as well as group activities designed to get you away from PowerPoint and experience a more interactive learning experience.
*Bring a friend and get 40% off their registration*
One lucky school in the Milwaukee area will receive a 3D printer package and training from MatterHackers. Nominate your local school and all in attendance will vote for the winner on the day of the event.
When:
Thursday, November 2nd, 2023
Where: The Explorium Brewpub (143 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203)
Register for Implement AM here.
If you're not in Milwaukee, find other upcoming Implement AM events in your town, here.
Department of Defense Maintenance Symposium
Join MatterHackers at the Department of Defense Maintenance Symposium! The Maintenance Symposium is the only official DoD event conducted by the Office of the Secretary of Defense that is entirely focused on the maintenance of weapon systems and equipment. The Symposium is the premier forum for the exchange of ideas from the greatest maintenance and logistics minds in the country as they discuss the pacing of national security threats to the sustainment enterprise.
When:
December 18-21, 2023
Where: San Diego, CA
Register for the DoD Maintenance Symposium HERE
ImplementAM - Austin, TX
Join us in Austin for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Expand your knowledge about the foundational 3D printing technologies and learn about the business cases behind additive manufacturing. We have expert speakers from major 3D printing machine OEMs, software providers, and service bureaus. It'll be a dynamic day involving plenty of networking opportunities as well as group activities designed to get you away from PowerPoint and experience a more interactive learning experience.
*Bring a friend and get 40% off their registration*
One lucky school in the Austin area will receive a 3D printer package and training from MatterHackers. Nominate your local school and all in attendance will vote for the winner on the day of the event.
When:
Thursday, September 21st, 2023
Where: Pinthouse Brewing
Register for Implement AM here.
If you're not in Austin, find other upcoming Implement AM events in your town, here.
ImplementAM - Boston
Join us at ImplementAM for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Learn the technical foundations of the key industrial 3D printing technologies and the business cases behind additive manufacturing via small group workshops. It'll be a dynamic day involving plenty of networking opportunities as well as group activities designed to create a more interactive learning experience. Expect educational presentations from EOS, TRUMPF, Xometry, HP, and others.
*Invite friends or colleagues to join you and we'll send you AND each of your guest(s) a $25 gift card for the Mighty Squirrel Brewing Company for everyone that registers. Details on the registration form.
When:
Thursday, June 22nd, 2023
Where:
Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co., 411 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452
Register for Implement AM here.
If you're not in Boston, find other upcoming Implement AM events in your town, here.
ISTE Live 2023
Come by the MatterHackers booth at ISTE! Learn all about how you can implement 3D printing in your classroom - we also offer training services for educators and school districts - contact sales@matterhackers.com to learn more.
When:
June 25-28, 2023
Where:
Philadelphia, PA - Pennsylvania Convention Center - 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Register for ISTE Here
RapidTCT North America's Largest Additive Manufacturing Event
Come by the MatterHackers booth at Rapid TCT to discuss how we can assist in your additive manufacturing journey! To schedule an appointment with someone from our team, please email sales@matterhackers.com.
When:
May 2-4, 2023
Where:
Chicago, IL - McCormick Place Convention Center - 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
Join us at the expo for FREE and get 20% off any conference offering!
Register Here - Use Promo Code: 15908536
ImplementAM - Los Angeles
Join us at ImplementAM for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking. Learn about the business cases behind additive manufacturing and hear from experts from HP 3D Printing, Matterhackers, Henkel 3D Printing, Elnik Systems, and more. It'll be a dynamic day involving plenty of networking opportunities as well as group activities designed to create a more interactive learning experience.
Breakfast, lunch & beers included. Bring a friend and get 40% off their registration!
When:
Thursday, April 20th, 2023
Where:
SoCal Vibes Co. - 17812 S Main St, Gardena, CA 90248
Register for Implement AM here.
Not in LA, find other upcoming Implement AM events in your town, here.
Maker Faire Orange County Meetup
Join Chris Morgan from MatterHackers and Maker Faire OC at Urban Workshop and learn about all the different materials available for 3D printing.
When:
Tuesday, March 28th
Where:
Urban Workshop, 365-A Clinton Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
MatterHackers & UltiMaker S7 3D Printer Launch Party!
Join MatterHackers and UltiMaker at Brewheim brewery for a night of 3D printing, networking, free beer, giveaways, and of course, a close-up look at the new, feature-packed UltiMaker S7!
When:
Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
Time:
6:30 - 9:00 pm PST
Where:
Brewheim Brewery: 1931 E. Wright Circle, Anaheim, CA 92806 - view the map here.
RSVP here to help us get a headcount.
IME West Conference
When: Feb. 7-9, 2023
Where: Anaheim Convention Center, CA
The Premier Advanced Manufacturing Event in the US - From packaging to plastics to robotics, our five-in-one design and manufacturing event connects you across multiple verticals and industries. With so many solutions in one place, you're sure to discover more than you came for.
Click Here to Register for Free
Use Promo Code: MYGUEST3313
OCCUE Tech Fest 2023
When: Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 from 8am - 3:30pm
Where: Buena Park Middle School, 6931 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620
The OCCUE TechFest provides professional development and support to educators and is honored to work with the best teachers in Orange County. OCCUE believes that through collaborative learning and the sharing of best practices for educators by educators creates an opportunity to build on the professional learning network of the local affiliate. All sessions are presented by educators, for educators. Come collaborate with like minded educators as we work together to make learning more relevant and engaging for our students.
Learn more and register here.
TIPE 3D Printing Virtual Conference
When: January 24-26, 2023
Where: Online! This is a virtual conference so you can tune in from anywhere.
For its third edition, the TIPE global conference curates, once again, an inspirational all-women agenda of speakers and panelists. TIPE | 2023, though, promises to be the boldest, strongest, and most empowering TIPE edition so far as Women in 3D Printing has partnered with SME, bringing the best of each organization into TIPE.
Learn more and register here.
OC Maker Faire
When: Saturday, September 10th
Where: OC Faire and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive - Costa Mesa, CA 92626
The biggest show on tell on earth is back and being hosted in Orange County, CA! Come visit the MatterHackers booth to learn about new items, training services, and enter to win a 3D Printer!
Get tickets here.
America Makes MMX
When: August 16-18
Where: Youngstown, Ohio
America Makes Members Meeting & Exchange (MMX) is America Makes' annual event bringing together the AM community for two days of high-level conversations, presentations, and panels. MMX focuses on the state of the industry and where it is headed. The goal of MMX is to unite the community, encourage collaboration and build a comprehensive and globally competitive American additive manufacturing (AM) ecosystem.
Register to attend HERE.
ISTE Live - Empowering Educators. Elevating Equity - Join us for Free!
When: June 26-29
Where: New Orleans, Louisiana
MatterHackers returns to ISTE to help teachers, libraries, and makerspace decision-makers get into 3D printing. With help from our Education Ambassadors, we'll show you just how easy it is to get started or stay current with 3D printing.
Click the image above to get FREE Expo-Only registration. You can also visit the ISTE site to learn more.
Rapid TCT
When: May 17-19
Where: Detroit, Michigan
What: North America’s largest and most influential Additive Manufacturing event. Visit MatterHackers in booth #1325 to learn how we can help you succeed with 3D printing.
Learn more and register for a complimentary exhibit pass here. Use this code when prompted during registration for a free pass: 15908536
Sidewalk Sale
When: April 23 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: MatterHackers HQ: 20321 Valencia Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630
What: Makers and tinkerers, come join us for our locals-only Sidewalk Sale Blowout! You’ll be able to save big on deeply discounted open box, used, and returned 3D printers, filament, and accessories from name brands. Quantities limited. Items sold as-is. All sales final.
Help us get a headcount and RSVP here.
D&M West
When: April 12-14
Where: Anaheim, California
What: Discover the latest in design & manufacturing tools, trends, and technologies - including how you can 3D print with real metal on an inexpensive desktop 3D printer!
Learn more and register here.
WonderCon 2022
When: April 1-3
Where: Anaheim, California
What: MatterHackers returns to WonderCon 2022, the first in-person WonderCon event since 2019! This annual comic book, science fiction, action figure, and film convention is poised to be one of the most exciting of the year for makers and fans alike. Visit the MatterHackers in booth 1027 for the latest on 3D printing in the arts and entertainment industries, including tabletop games, miniatures, and more!
More information and registration here.
Public Library Association 2022 Conference
When: March 23-25
Where: Portland, Oregon
What: Join us at PLA 2022, a conference that offers public library professionals the opportunity to connect and network, attend top-rated programs, and learn from inspiring speakers. Come say "Hello!" to the MatterHackers team at Booth# 2343
Get Your FREE Exhibit Hall Pass to PLA 2022! Email education@matterhackers.com to request a complimentary badge to access the PLA 2022 exhibit floor - limited quantity available.
March 5th
MatterHackers March Mayhem: Combat Robot Tournament and 3D Printing Meetup
Rewatch These Live Recordings
View recordings and articles from all our past webinars, conventions, and inspiration sessions!
June 10th
Inspiration Session: Starting Your Small Business Etsy Shop with 3D Printing
- Rewatch the session anytime on our website:
- Click HERE to view the session recording and Q&A
Interested in learning how you can use 3D printing to support your small business or side hustle? Mara Hitner moderates a virtual panel with these small business owners and Etsy shop users who are running their businesses thanks to 3D printing:
Featuring special guests:
SugarDashCo: A cookie cutter printer shop based in Texas
Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SugarDashCo?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
Instagram: @sugardashco
PortaKeeper: A diverse shop that specializes in Espresso and Archery
Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PortaKeeper
Instagram: @portakeeper
Villainous Prop Shop: Designers of helmets, masks and other prop items from popular comic books, films, and video games
Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/VillainousPropShop
Instagram: @villainouspropshop
If you were unable to make it to this event, fear not! Watch a copy of the recording and answers to your top questions HERE.
April 29th
MatterHackers Inspiration Session : Building Momentum - 3D Printing for Military Training, Humanitarian Aid, and Future Workforce
- Watch the recording HERE
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Apr 29, 2021 11:00 AM in Pacific Time (US and Canada)
MatterHackers and Building Momentum come together for an inspirational session of 3D printing propelling innovation in the manufacturing industry. Join as a member of the audience for our live interview recording and Q&A with the tech and problem solving experts at Building Momentum.
NOCTI/America Makes Additive Manufacturing Credential Virtual Info Session
MatterHackers, joined by NOCTI and America Makes, hosted a 30-minute info session on an exciting opportunity for high schools with 3D printing or additive manufacturing programs.
Credentialing has historically been an important part of workforce development for manufacturing, and America Makes has teamed up with NOCTI (the largest independant credentialing body in the US) to create the very first "Essentials of Additive Manufacturing" credential for high schools.
If your high school is selected as a test site, both the online multiple choice assessment, and the hands-on performance assessment will be available to pilot at NO COST. The pilot testing window for this assessment is April 1 to May 30, 2021. Here's who will be walking you through the opportunity details to determine if your high school would be a good fit:
- Josh Cramer, Director of Education and Workforce Development, America Makes
- Bill White, Applied Engineering and Technology Teacher, Avonworth High School
- Lawrence Binek, Aerospace Engineer, Raytheon
- Julie Vanhala, NOCTI
- Moderator: Mara Hitner, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, MatterHackers
For more information or to apply for the NOCTI test site program, email josh.cramer@ncdmm.org
Missed it live? Watch the recording HERE
MatterHackers and Ultimaker Webinar and Virtual Meetup with STEM Teacher Jackie Derr
MatterHackers, Ultimaker, and Education Ambassador Jackie Derr hosted our first virtual meetup event of the year, with a special presentation showcasing the new Ultimaker 2+ Connect 3D Printer. See the latest in 3D Printing technology for the classroom and beyond, with a spotlight featuring curriculum and real-world applications.
We invite you to view the recording of the live discussion, networking, and knowledge sharing between fellow 3D printing educators and enthusiasts across multiple industries at this free online event.
Missed it live? Watch the recording HERE
May 26th
Inspiration Session: How 3D Printing Will Empower the Next Generation of Inventors
- Click HERE to watch the webinar recording and Q&A.
MatterHackers Education Ambassador and 6th grade teacher Jesus Huerta shares his success stories in project-based learning with 3D printing and the MakerBot Sketch 3D Printer, teaching real-world problem solving and preparing students for future careers in STEAM and beyond.
Missed the live event? Visit this link to watch a recording of the event and email education@matterhackers.com for answers to all your 3D printing and education questions.
June 23rd - June 26th
2021 Nation of Makers Conference (NOMCON)
- Read more about the Nation of Makers and get your tickets to NOMCON 2021 here.
The diverse national network of community leaders and organizers for makerspace, hackerspaces, workshops, fablabs and more that make up the Nation of Makers will host its annual convention, NOMCON, virtually this year.
Focusing on the theme of "Local to Global: Supporting Local Makers to Create a Resilient Movement for Positive Global Changes", NOMCON discussion will center, in part, on promoting the impact of local activists and communities of makers. As both an exhibiting participant and a corporate member of NOMCON, MatterHackers is excited to support and collaborate with maker communities and to add our voice to the maker movement.
June 26th - June 30th
ISTELive 21 Edtech Conference
- Sign up here to participate in the inspirational creation labs, Tools that Work Sessions, free giveaways, and interactive lectures to come.
MatterHackers returns to ISTE to participate as a Solutions Hub sponsor of the ISTELive 21 virtual conference and to exhibit as a leading industry partner in educational technology.
Join us for the latest content and curriculum created by our amazing Education Ambassadors; watch live sessions hosted by 3D Printing leaders and advocates education and those propelling the next generation towards the advanced tools invaluable for future careers; and explore the latest in 3D printing technologies designed for schools, makerspaces, and libraries.
More information coming soon!
July 6th
Inspiring Creativity and Empathy with PrintLab
- Tuesday, July 6 at 4:00 pm EST Tuesday, July 6 at 4:00 pm EST
- Register for free HERE
Join for you chance to win a FREE 3D printer and to learn what PrintLab has to offer in this free session on 3D printing in the classroom with NGSS standards-aligned project-based learning strategies. Find out how you can get started with 3D printing or expand and elevate your curriculum and student engagement using 3D printers.The focus will be on reviewing completed projects by MatterHackers Education Ambassador Steven Jones' middle school students who were inspired by PrintLab's curriculum.
July 14th
Additive Manufacturing Coalition
Workforce Development Panel Discussion: Additive Manufacturing
- Click here to register to attend a workforce panel discussion on the needs and approaches to developing a strong additive workforce for the future
Speakers and Panelists to include:
- Dr. Ellen Lee, Technical Leader Additive Manufacturing,
Ford Motor Co. - Dr. Jim McGuffin-Cawley, Case Western Reserve University (Ohio)
- Professor Eric Wooldridge, Somerset Community College (Kentucky)
- Capt. Brad Baker, United States Naval Academy
August 10th
Additive Manufacturing Networking Happy Hour
- RSVP Here to attend this free networking event, hosted by MatterHackers, Women in 3D Printing, and Trumpf!
Are you participating in MD&M West, D&M West, West Pack, ATX West, or Plastec West?
All Pacific Design & Manufacturing 2021 attendees are invited to join us after the conference on August 10 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at Brewheim in Anaheim, CA. Bring your badge and enjoy free beers while networking with fellow AM industry leaders. Attendance is free, but please register in advance at this link to save your seat!
And before the mixer, come chat with us during the conference! Visit MatterHackers at Booth#3605 (right next to center stage) and sign up for your chance to win our giveaway grand prize.
September 13th - September 15th
RAPID + TCT 2021
- Attend RAPID+TCT 2021 as our guest! Use promo code 15908536 when you register online for a free EXPO pass to the event, courtesy of MatterHackers.
See the newest 3D printing technologies at RAPID + TCT, where the additive manufacturing community convenes, and where industry-accelerating products are launched. This is an unparalleled show that helps attendees, buyers, and businesses find solutions to the toughest manufacturing challenges, straight from the most respected experts.
Join MatterHackers (sign up here!) at the most influential additive manufacturing event, in-person at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.
September 14th
Wi3DP RAPID Happy Hour - Champagne, Cheese, and Networking!
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Tue, September 14, from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM CD
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Location: Millenium Park, 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
- Register here for a free ticket
Are you attending RAPID+TCT in Chicago this September? (And if you aren't registered yet, you can get a free expo pass courtesy of MatterHackers right here!)
Join us after the second day of the conference for a free networking happy hour at Millenium Park. All genders are welcome to come and enjoy champagne, cheese, games, and additive manufacturing appreciation. Simply register at this link to save your spot at this industry networking event. We hope to see you there!
September 30th
MatterHackers Meetup - Fall 2021
- RSVP here for the MatterHackers Meetup.
Welcome back, meetups! Join us live and in-person at the MatterHackers HQ Thursday, September 30th. Explore the new office and showroom, meet new and familiar faces, and talk with fellow digital manufacturing enthusiasts and makers. Free food and fun giveaways will make this a meetup to remember!
Find more information here.
Dec 3rd - World 3D Printing Day
SoCal Locals Specials: In-Store Only Sale
Bonus Savings for Southern California Makers who visit MatterHackers in store to celebrate World 3D Printing Day!
Visit MatterHackers on World 3D Printing Day to shop in store and get all our Season of Deals savings. Enter a chance to win a FREE 3D printer, PLUS get free MH Build Series Filament or Resin with any purchase over $200, only available in store Dec 3rd - Learn More
Events in January
January 18th-20th
TIPE 3D Printing | 2022 | Technology. Industry. People. Economics.
January 26th
Free Webinar: 5 3D printing trends to watch in 2022, presented by Ultimaker
- Live on January 26 at two time slots: 11am and 5pm CET
- Register here
This month, join host Matt Griffin as he speaks with five experts from the
Ultimaker team, discussing 5 trends that are shaping additive manufacturing in
2022.
The featured Ultimaker guests are:
- Roger Bergs, Product Manager Software
- Bart van As, Product Manager Materials
- Arvind Krishnan, Senior Applications Engineer
- Kayne Ikeda, Senior Development Manager
- Andrea Gasperini, Business Development Manager
Each will each provide knowledge, tips, and advice on the materials, software,
applications, and business development trends that will help you position your
organization for a more mature stage of 3D printing adoption in the coming year.
This will enable you to discover better solutions that allow seamless integration
between multiple systems, advanced materials, and applications. We’ll also take a
look at early-stage adoption trends to ensure a full, well-rounded approach to 3D
printing technology.
Take note: This is no ordinary 2022 trends event! Register and attend to learn
about processes, tools, and methods that can transform the way your business
operates!
January 26th-27th
Military Additive Manufacturing Summit
