Open Hardware & RISC-V

Open Fest 2026 set for November 7-8 in Sofia, Bulgaria

Key Takeaway

Bulgaria's largest open-source event will feature Olimex's free soldering workshop with take-home kits.

Summary

Open Fest 2026, Bulgaria's largest open-source event, will take place November 7-8 at Interpred WTC in Sofia. Olimex will run its traditional free soldering workshop, providing kits that participants assemble and keep. The event is open to anyone interested in learning to solder.

Workshop and event details

  • Dates: November 7-8, 2026
  • Venue: Interpred WTC, Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Workshop: Hands-on soldering with provided kits
  • Cost: Free participation, kits included for take-home

Why it matters

Regional open-source hardware events with hands-on workshops help grow the maker community and lower barriers to hardware skills in Eastern Europe.

Original reference: olimex.wordpress.com →