Workshops
7th & 8th March 2026
The Dalton Building, Manchester
The SMRRF 2026 Workshop Programme is designed to give young people, families and curious minds a hands-on introduction to engineering, robotics and 3D printing. Whether it’s assembling a droid, coding or exploring design through play, each workshop reflects our belief that young minds thrive when given the freedom to make, explore and invent.​
These workshops run on Saturday and Sunday and are at no additional cost.
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Stem Venturi
Empowering Minds Through Code and Technology
​STEM Venturi are bringing their award-winning coding and tech club to SMRRF 2026, with a playful mix of crafts, teamwork, and real-world coding challenges, they’re making the future of STEM as exciting as it is inclusive.
Whether you're a home-educated coder, a Minecraft builder, or brand new to programming, STEM Venturi’s interactive zone will spark creativity and confidence across all ages.
Book your SMRRF tickets now and see why this Midlands-based team is leading the charge to close the STEM skills gap, one inventive child at a time.
Droidbuilder
STEAM Academy
Dream. Create. Inspire.
​Droidbuilder STEAM Academy are bringing the galaxy to Manchester with their hands-on, fan-favourite workshop zone at SMRRF 2026.
From racing droids to crafting BugBots, balloon speeders, kids (and grown-up Padawans) will dive into the tech behind the Star Wars universe.
Whether you’re navigating obstacle trails or building your own Landspeeder, this Droidbuilder STEAM Academy workshop is your ticket to this side of the universe.
Polymaker
Let's Test Marterials: burn and break parts to show the limits
Polymaker will be bringing an interactive materials demonstration to SMRRF 2026, showcasing the performance of advanced 3D printing filaments. Through live testing and hands-on examples, they will explore how different materials behave under stress, heat and impact, revealing both their strengths and weaknesses.
Whether you're a hobbyist, engineer, or professional maker, this session offers a practical insight into material science, helping you understand how to choose the right filament for your projects and push your prints further.
​Join Polymaker at SMRRF and discover what your filaments are capable of.
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Blayze Tech
Bring 3D Creations To Life
Blayze Tech are bringing their RoboPad™ platform to SMRRF 2026, a mobile phone-controlled RC robotics system that makes it easy and affordable for anyone to bring 3D-printed creations to life.
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This hands-on workshop is perfect for makers, students, and families eager to explore robotics without a steep learning curve. Participants will get to design, build and control their own robots in real time, guided by Blayze Tech’s expert team.
Come and see how accessible robotics can spark creativity, problem-solving skills, and a sense of engineering play.
PrintABlok
DreamsVoid
Let your creativity run wild
​PrintABlok, created by Joe Larson, the 3D Printing Professor, is bringing hands-on creativity to SMRRF 2026 with a LEGO-style open play zone designed for builders of all ages. Led by Doug of DreamsVoid, this workshop invites attendees to dive into a pit of 3D-printed blocks and let their imaginations take over.​​
Whether you’re constructing your first build or crafting something intricate, the beauty of PrintABlok is in its simplicity and accessibility. Everyone is encouraged to build and take their creations home, turning playful moments into lasting memories.​
Book your SMRRF tickets now and come fill your hands with blocks - and your day with invention.
