Exhibit at AutomataFest 2027
We want to showcase the vibrant variety of the automata community at AutomataFest 2027. We welcome submissions from makers of all ability levels and backgrounds. The work you submit does not need to be finished at time of submission; even if it’s a work-in-progress we are still eager to see what you are working on!
Exhibiting your work is FREE provided you have a 3 Day Pass to AutomataFest 2027, unless you intend to sell in which case additional fees apply.
As well as artists & makers we're also looking for sellers who have tools, kits, books, or materials related to making automata.
We have limited exhibition space available, we review applications to make sure we've got a good spread of work and enough table space. Get your submission in soon to secure your spot!
AutomataFest will take place on May 7th-9th 2027 in Hastings, UK.
Fill out the application form below to join the fun. Or, if the form feels like too much, you can just contact us here.
Applications for stage presentations and workshops are now closed.
Important Information:
- All information needs to be provided in English.
- Travel insurance and Visa arrangements are to be made by the Exhibitor. Visa invitation letters can be issued by us if required.
- Selected exhibitors are responsible for travel and shipping costs.
- All electrical automata will need to have an in-date PAT test to be able to be displayed in the venue.
- The Exhibitor may be required to submit a headshot for event marketing materials.
- The Exhibitor will be required to purchase a 3-Day Pass for AutomataFest 2027 to display their work.
- There will be an additional fee of £50 (half table) or £100 (full table) + VAT for sellers.
- All submissions will be reviewed by our AutomataFest panel committee. All applicants will hear back from the AutomataFest team no later than November 2026 regarding the next steps.
Important Information:
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- All information needs to be provided in English.
- Travel insurance and Visa arrangements are to be made by the Presenter/Exhibitor/Workshop facilitator. Visa invitation letters can be issued by us if required.
- The Presenter/Exhibitor/Workshop facilitator is responsible for travel and shipping costs.
- Presenter & Workshop applications closed on 31st July 2026. Exhibitor applications will close when the space has been filled.
- All electrical automata will need to have an in-date PAT test to be able to be displayed in the venue.
- The Presenter/Exhibitor/Workshop Facilitator may be required to submit a headshot for event marketing materials.
- All exhibitors will be required to purchase a 3-Day Pass for AutomataFest 2027 to display their work. In addition, there will be an additional fee of £50 (half table) or £100 (full table) + VAT for sellers.
- All workshop facilitators must agree to provide their final workshop plans, risk assessment, and method statement to the AutomataFest team in a standard electronic form no later than 8 weeks before the event (Monday 8 March 2027).
- All presenters must agree to provide their final presentation to the AutomataFest team in a standard electronic form, such as Google Slides, PowerPoint or Keynote, no later than 8 weeks before the event (Monday 8 March 2027).
- Successful Presenter applications will receive a complimentary 3-Day pass to AutomataFest 2027, if you have already purchased a ticket it will be refunded in full.
- Successful Workshop Facilitator applications will receive a complimentary 3-Day pass to AutomataFest 2027, if you have already purchased a ticket it will be refunded in full.
- All submissions will be reviewed by our AutomataFest panel committee. All applicants will hear back from the AutomataFest team no later than November 2026 regarding the next steps.
