Bring your broken tech and trinkets to get them fixed by the skilled volunteers at TOG Hackerspace – with a bit of help from our friends at Dublin Maker!
On Sunday, 18 January 2026, between 12 pm and 4 pm, TOG Hackerspace will host the first Repair Cafe of the new year in our own space. At this event, volunteers will share their expertise and passion for repair, helping you fix your broken items and breathe new life into them. Whether it’s a malfunctioning gadget, a piece of clothing in need of mending, or a household item that’s seen better days, bring it along and let the team work their magic.
What can you bring in?
- Clothes and accessories
- Toys
- Small electrical appliances and electronics
- Small furniture
… and many other things!
Safety testing (PAT) for electrical devices will be available.
What happens at a repair cafe?
At the Repair Café, you sit down with a fixer and work together on your item. You can learn how to repair it yourself, or simply watch and learn from the volunteers while enjoying a tea or coffee. TOG members will also be on hand to give you a tour of the space while you wait.
It’s not a drop-off service – it’s a shared, social repair session. Even if something can’t be fixed, you’ll at least go home knowing what went wrong and what your options are.
Why join a repair cafe?
Repair Cafés are a great way to support a circular economy, reduce waste, and extend the life of your belongings. Every successful repair keeps resources in use for longer, saves money, and keeps items out of the bin.
They’re also a lovely way to meet people, swap stories about well-loved objects, and pick up new skills in a relaxed setting.
Where and when?
Where? – TOG Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12, D12 CF6V
When? – Sunday 18 January 2026, 12 pm – 4 pm
Admission is free – but please book a ticket so we can plan numbers – all are welcome!
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-cafe-tickets-1977495649721?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
If you would like to be a fixer.
This event is supported and run in partnership with Dublin Maker, Dublin’s free-to-attend, community-run festival of making.
