BELLEFONTE — Looking for something fun, free and completely different to do this weekend? Hop on over to Maker Faire Happy Valley, happening Saturday, Sept. 20, and Sunday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Axemann Brewery in Bellefonte.

Hosted by Discovery Space & The Rivet, in partnership with Avail Technologies and PNC Bank as event sponsors, this family friendly event is free and features a variety of activities.

If you’ve never been to a Maker Faire, think of it as a science fair and craft festival rolled into one. It’s a place where curious people of all ages come together to try things hands-on, watch demonstrations and meet makers, artists and inventors from our own community and beyond.

Highlights include:

— Create your own mixed media encaustic wax art.

— See a coffee roasting demonstration.

— Join in improv games with the Blue Brick Theatre.

— Make a simple puppet, then watch a puppet show.

— Try tufting and even bring a “project gone wrong” to get advice from experts.

— For younger kids: launch straw rockets, build and race LEGO cars and meet a K’Nex product designer.

— Learn the science behind boomerangs.

— Try your hand at soldering (no experience needed).

— Meet RustyBot, a robot made from vintage materials with modern electronics.

— Experience 3D-printed, Arduino-controlled, interactive artwork.

— Cheer on a mini combat robot competition.

— Peek inside a real pinball machine to see how it works.

— Shop local makers’ work: blacksmithing and blade smithing, textile creations, jewelry, plushies, quilts, paintings and more.

And that’s just the start — there’s something new to discover around every corner.

While you’re there, enjoy food and drinks and take a behind-the-scenes brewery tour.

Parking is easier than usual during the event. A free shuttle will run continuously from Axemann Brewery to Walmart on Benner Pike and MLK Plaza in downtown State College between 12-4 p.m. each day. Parking on-site may fill quickly.

Don’t miss your chance to experience Central Pennsylvania’s celebration of creativity, innovation and fun thanks to Discovery Space & The Rivet.

Whether you’re into science, art, crafts, tech or just love to try new things — Maker Faire Happy Valley has it all.

To learn more and see the full schedule, visit happyvalley.makerfaire.com.