After the workshop, keep the celebration going and join us for the Founders Holiday Party from 6–8 PM—an evening of cheer, connection, and holiday fun you won’t want to miss!
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Holiday Gift Lab
Create personalized holiday gifts using mHUB's fabrication tools while enjoying festive community spirit and hands-on crafting.
Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and community at the mHUB Holiday Gift Lab! This interactive workshop combines the joy of gift-giving with hands-on making, offering participants access to mHUB's fabrication tools and expert guidance to create personalized, meaningful presents for their loved ones.
Whether you're laser-cutting custom ornaments, 3D printing unique designs, or crafting with traditional tools, this event provides the perfect opportunity to make something special while connecting with fellow makers. All skill levels welcome - our team will be on hand to help bring your creative visions to life.
Venue
mHUB 1623 W Fulton St
Location
mHUB 1623 W Fulton St 1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, US Get Directions
Date and Time
12/17/25 @ 4:30 PM
12/17/25 @ 4:30 PM
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mHUB HardTech Summit
The 2026 HardTech Summit will return on Thursday, March 5, 2026, bringing together top hardtech entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and industry leaders to celebrate innovation in the Midwest. The program will feature 40+ product demonstrations, 30+ startup pitches, panels with leading industry experts, and a keynote from Larry Gies, Founder and CEO of Madison Industries. Attracting more than 1,200 entrepreneurs and public and private sector professionals at the intersection of manufacturing and innovation, the Summit serves as a defining moment for the region’s hardtech community.
Fourth Revolution Awards
The Fourth Revolution Awards honor the innovators, entrepreneurs, and manufacturers driving the technologies and businesses that define the future of industry. Hosted by mHUB, this premier event celebrates the bold ideas and hardtech breakthroughs fueling economic growth and shaping a more sustainable, connected, and advanced world. The 2026 ceremony will take place on Thursday, March 5, following the conclusion of the mHUB HardTech Summit.
mHUB Community BBQ
Join Chicago’s tech community for the next mHUB Community BBQ, tentatively planned for Thursday, July 16, 2026. This annual parking-lot celebration brings together more than 1,000 innovators and tech enthusiasts for an afternoon of food, music, drinks, and family-friendly activities. Each year, attendees descend upon the mHUB hardtech innovation center to enjoy the summer sun, reconnect with the community, and celebrate the momentum driving Chicago’s innovation ecosystem.