Dimensions – Pit areas are 8′ x 8′. That includes a 6’x30″ table and two chairs.
Fire Safety – Pit areas cannot extend into the aisles due to Fire Marshall regulations.
Visibility – Pit areas must be visible from the sides and top (no total enclosures, so that the inside of the pit area is not visible).
Pipe and Drape Framework – Teams may not disassemble the pipe and drape framework or draping fabric. Removing the framework may degrade the structural integrity and be a safety hazard. Draping may not be pushed to the side or the end of piping.
Decorations – Pit decorations are encouraged but should be consistent with the REC Foundation Code of Conduct. No floating balloons or fog machines are allowed in the pits/building due to Fire Marshall code.
Fields – New for 2025: Teams will not be allowed to bring VEX IQ Robotics Competition fields or portions of fields into the Convention Center. Game elements are allowed but no field perimeters or tiles are allowed.
Height – Pit areas cannot exceed the top of the pipe and drape.
Cleanliness – Teams should be considerate and keep their pits cleaned and organized to ensure a safe working environment.
Power – A power drop is available in each pit.
Clean Up – Following the event, you are required to clean up your pit area and leave it as it was when you arrived.
Pit Signage – Participants may take their team sign at their pit when they depart the event.
Pit Access – Pits may be accessed via ramp for ease of transportation and ADA purposes.
Security – Pits are open to the public and not secure. Please be mindful of your belongings.
An Event Partner wanting to apply to host a Signature Event must have hosted events for at least 2 seasons prior to applying.
Signature Events must use the officially branded award banners for the Excellence Award and Tournament/Teamwork Champions Award.
When hanging field skirts the VEX Robotics logo/brand name can not be covered up on the competition fields.
VEX V5 Robotics Competition Signature Events may have regional capacity and max per organization restrictions lifted 8 weeks before the event if the event is not full (similar to the process already in place for VEX IQ Robotics Competition Signature Events).
Minimum pit size reduced to 8’x 8’ instead of 10’x10’.
Beginning in the 2025-2026 season, the REC Foundation will collect $10 instead of $5 per team registration on all Signature Events. This is to help offset travel costs for REC Foundation staff to support these larger events.
2025-2026 Signature Event Application Reminders
Existing Signature Events only need to complete the Final Application (due by March 31, 2025)
New Signature Event concepts will need to complete the Initial Proposal by January 31, 2025 and if approved, complete the Final Application by March 31, 2025.
The 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship, presented by the REC Foundation, will be held May 6-14, 2025, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas.
Teams are responsible for making their own arrangements for travel between Dallas airports and their hotel. Information about ground transportation services can be found on the airports’ websites.
All attendees to the VEX Robotics World Championship 2025 will be required to obtain and wear at all times a wristband and/or name badge for entrance into the exhibit hall…
Teams and Event Partners can use the following contact information to inquire about the VEX Robotics World Championship. Phone: (903) 401-8088Email: [email protected]
Fast passes will be offered to volunteers that sign up and volunteer during the VEX Robotics Worlds Championship. Start earning fast passes for your team now. Where to Use a…
Come out Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. as FC Dallas takes on Real Salt Lake at Toyota Stadium! A portion of the ticket proceeds will go to help raise…
In order to understand how to properly connect to the Division and Skills fields at the VEX Robotics World Championship, V5RC teams should review these guidelines:
The 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship brings the top robotics teams together under one roof to celebrate their accomplishments and compete with the best from around the world.
The REC Foundation welcomes thousands of teams every year to the VEX Robotics World Championship, providing world-class service, experience, and fun in a safe and secure environment. To ensure the…
Follow these steps to add your team to a waitlist. 2. Select “Waitlist” from the links on the left-hand side. 3. Find the desired team and select “add”. 4. The…
Submit your team’s digital engineering notebook to RobotEvents.com. Links may be natively digital, a PDF, or a scanned copy of a paper notebook. For step by step instructions, visit the…
Robot Inspection is an integral part of competing at VEX Robotics World Championship. Teams will not be allowed entry to the Practice Fields or Skills Fields until they have completed…
All deadlines and dates are US Central Time Zone (Dallas, Texas time zone) of the calendar year 2025. Deadlines are based on the date that the team’s invitation for the…
Congratulations to your team for earning a spot at the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship! To be considered for judged awards, teams must follow the guidelines and processes described here.…
Congratulations to your team for earning a spot at the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship! To be considered for judged awards, teams must follow the guidelines and processes described here. …
PROCESS PREPARATION Well in advance of the interview appointment: Just before the interview time: During the interview: Remote Interview Questions Before addressing the students, a judge will ask the team’s…
Visit Dallas has created a special site for those attending the VEX Robotics World Championship to help visitors learn more about our exciting host city.
For information about Meal vouchers at the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship, click the following links: NOTE: Meal vouchers will only be available for purchase through March 31, 2025. NEW:…
The deadline for teams to check-in is 12:00 p.m. CST on Monday, May 5, 2025. Spectators will need to check in for the event. Online check-in will be made available…
If you drive to the VEX Robotics World Championship or rent a vehicle when you arrive, you will have to pay a daily parking fee to park at the convention…
Please review the following policies regarding pit areas at the VEX Robotics World Championship. Pit Areas by Event Event Location VEX V5 Robotics Competition HS Hall C, Hall F VEX…
VEX Robotics and the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation has considered the following: VEX Robotics and the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation hereby find that the safety guidelines contained herein…
AABCO Ready Rental Sales & Repair offers rental power scooters and wheelchair service which can be delivered to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Dallas Convention Center or area hotels. Making a…
VEX Robotics World Championship registration cancellations must be received by 5:00 PM, CT on April 4, 2025, in order to receive a full refund. All cancellations must be emailed to…
Freeman is our shipping partner for the VEX Robotics World Championship. Teams choosing to ship should ensure that their robots arrive on or AFTER May 5, 2025 to the Kay…
To schedule a time for your team to be interviewed: Note: The open time blocks available for your team are based on the date of your invitation, NOT event registration…
NO animals are allowed at VEX Worlds per the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center (KBHCC) guidelines. KBHCC allows services animals in accordance with ADA guidelines. Specifically, a Service Animal means…
The VEX Store at the VEX Robotics World Championship will maintain a limited amount of items and inventory on hand. Store Hours: Day Date Hours Tuesday May 6 8 a.m.…
The REC Foundation is happy to provide visa and invitation letters to teams. To process visa and invitation letters, fill out the VEX Robotics World Championship Visa Letter Request Form. Please…
WE NEED PASSIONATE VOLUNTEERS LIKE YOU TO POWER THE VEX ROBOTICS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP! Whether you participate solo or with a group of friends, family, or coworkers, you’ll make a huge…
Join our volunteer team at the VEX Robotics World Championship 2025, in Dallas, Texas. For more information and to register, visit the REC Foundation Volunteer Management System using the links…
