2nd Edition · Braga · Portugal
Print
the Future
3D
Portugal's largest 3D printing expo.
Escola Secundária Alberto Sampaio · Free entry
Portugal meets
3D printing.
Print the Future 3D is Portugal's largest 3D printing expo — a space where technology, creativity and community come together. For four days, Escola Secundária Alberto Sampaio becomes an open discovery hub for everyone.
In its second edition, the event brings together over 15 exhibitors with active stands, live printing, products for sale and projects to explore. From curiosity to profession, there's something for everyone — from those who've never heard of 3D printing to seasoned makers.
The first edition generated coverage on TV, radio and print media. This is the second. Bigger. Better.
When & Where
Schools Day
Exclusive visits for students and schools. No prize draw on this day.
10am–12pm · 2–8pm
Open to the Public
Free entry for everyone. Prize draw active from 1 May.
10am–12pm · 2–8pm
Prize Draw
Draw at 4:00 pm.
Show up. Enter. Win.
Entry is free. When you arrive you receive a QR code that lets you enter the prize draw. The draw takes place on 3 May at 4:00 pm.
Elegoo
Centauri Carbon
High-performance 3D printer, sponsored by Elegoo
Lotactree
Filament Reels
High-quality filament, sponsored by Lotactree
Surprise Prizes
Pieces and products offered by participating exhibitors
How to enter the draw
Registration happens at the exhibition entrance. When you arrive you receive a QR code — just scan it to enter. One registration per person. Draw on 3 May at 4:00 pm.
View full rules →Design it. Print it. Take it home.
Hands-on workshops for children aged 10 and up. In two stages — design and printing — each participant creates their own personalised keychain and takes it home at the end of the session.
Design in Tinkercad
Each child uses a computer to create their keychain in Tinkercad, a free online tool — no prior experience needed. A monitor guides the process.
Printing
The file is sent to a real 3D printer. Participants watch their piece take shape layer by layer, in real time, right at the exhibition.
Take it home
At the end, each participant takes their keychain — 100% designed and printed by them, from scratch. A one-of-a-kind piece.
Tinkercad design session and 3D printing of a personalised keychain. Limited spots.
- Ages 10 and up
- Registration required
- Escola Secundária Alberto Sampaio
Tinkercad design session and 3D printing of a personalised keychain. Limited spots.
- Ages 10 and up
- Registration required
- Escola Secundária Alberto Sampaio
Free registration required · Limited spots · Subject to availability
Who's going to be there
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Organisation
The previous edition in the spotlight
Media coverage of the first edition of Print the Future
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Correio do Minho
Print the Future: unprecedented showcase highlights 3D printing
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Braga TV
Braga to host the country's first 3D printing exhibition
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Braga TV
Community invited to visit Print the Future at Junta da Sé in Braga
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Facebook · Video
Video coverage of the first edition
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Facebook · Video
Video report on the Print the Future expo
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TikTok · Maker Lab
Expo highlights on Maker Lab's TikTok
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