MakerDate 2025: PLAY!

Presented by Duolingo

Event Details:

When: Saturday, September 27, 6 - 9 PM. VIP Meet the Makers 5 - 6 PM

Where: The Maverick Hotel, 120 S Whitfield St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

What: Assemble’s biggest annual fundraiser, featuring a Live & Silent Auction, raffle baskets, music, and lots of games to play!

Who: Assemble lovers and supporters, like you! (MakerDate is a 21+ event)

Theme: PLAY! Costumes highly encouraged -- take inspiration from your favorite games, neon colors, or retro arcade vibes.

SKIP THE WAIT & REGISTER TO BID:

^^ Click the Auction tab at the top to get started. ^^

About MakerDate:

MakerDate is a remix of a date auction that pairs local Makers with curious skill-seekers. It's like a playdate for grownups where you get to meet a local expert and learn how to make something new. Attendees place bids in the Live and Silent Auctions to connect with a local expert who will guide them on a making adventure. Bid to learn how to code your own video game, brew your style of beer, or create a mural with the creative community of Pittsburgh -- the possibilities are endless! MakerDate is an amazing opportunity to connect with fellow artists, makers, and technologists.

All funds raised at MakerDate directly support Assemble’s STEAM education programs for youth, teens, and adults, like Assemble Afterschool, Saturday Crafternoons, Hack the Future, and Summer Camps!

2025 Makers Sneak Peek

What to expect at MakerDate:

Live & Silent Auction, featuring a variety of local Makers
Drinks by The Maverick
Delicious hors d'oeuvres by Sprezzatura
Raffle baskets
Hands-on activities & games made by Assemblers
Green-screen photo booth
Music by DJ Tany
Emceed by DS Kinsel
Spectacular fun for a good cause!

Event tickets include drinks tickets + hors d’oeuvres.

All proceeds raised at MakerDate support Assemble’s STEAM education programs.

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

Click here to Sponsor MakerDate 2025

Presenting Sponsor:

Builder Level Sponsors:

Doer Level Sponsors:

Learner Level Sponsors:

Neighbor Level Sponsors:

Alecia Dawn Young- Handmade Ceramics