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About Make48
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We're all about hosting incredible events for creative minds of all ages to compete.


Make48 is a fast-paced invention competition where teams have just 48 hours to come up with an idea, build a working prototype, and pitch it to judges - all based on a real-world challenge from a sponsoring company.

Teams don’t need any prior experience. They focus on ideas while skilled “Tool Techs” handle the fabrication using professional tools and makerspaces. It’s a unique blend of creativity, teamwork, and hands-on learning.

Since 2015, Make48 has hosted over 40 competitions across the country. The journey is captured in a nationally broadcast TV docuseries - now in its 9th season, streaming on Roku’s This Old House Makers channel.

In 2025, Make48 launches into schools nationwide with a semester long curriculum.

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It's for everyone. We're coming to your city

MakerBot & Dynamism

Supporting Make48 competitions throughout 2025-2026 in a multitude of ways!  We can't thank them enough for providing techs, machines and all the goodies for our teachers and teams.

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The Process

We start with incredible sponsors

Our events are only as good as the sponsors supporting the contestants. That's why we bring the best to play.

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Our Proud List

Our team and process is second to none

Our team of experts and planners have decades of experience creating collaborative events most people only dream about.

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Our venues are as unique as the challenge itself

Every city, every venue, has a distinct strength, that's why we choose them as the place our Makers strive and thrive.

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Our competitors come from all walks of life

Because we have a team of makers on standby, any age, any skill level has a chance to win...everyone is equal.

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Ready, Go!

You've never had so much fun creating anything since you were a kid. Our competitions are fun, lively, (tiring) but oh soooo rewarding!

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We're On TV!
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How do you watch Make48 on TV?

Stream on Roku Channel

Watch Seasons 1 - 8 on the This Old House Makers Channel on the Roku Channel FREE App for your smart TV.  Channel 458 offers many episodes including new seasons of the fast-paced innovation competitions throughout the US.

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Watch on YouTube

Watch behind the scenes action of our competitions including trailers and shorter sizzles to get a feel for what you can experience at one of our unique competitions.  You can also watch the full length episodes here.

Stream on PBS / CREATE

Experience Seasons 1 - 5 on PBS.org or the PBS app or check out your local listings and enjoy access to episodes on the CREATE network or your local PBS station.

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Our Sponsors

Our Amazing Sponsor Partners!

Our Instagram is InstaGreat.

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