Where can I find First-aid at the event?

For teams/coaches/spectators, KBHCC has multiple locations for First Aid, please see first aid and safety zone location maps for exact details:

  • Arena First Aid Room is located on the second level concourse of the Arena
  • A Ballrooms, Meeting Rooms A and the Theater are covered from the Arena first aid room
  • B, C and D Area First Aid Room located in the first level C area next to meeting room C150. Halls B, C, D, C Ballrooms & all first level C meeting rooms are covered from this location
  • E and F Area First Aid Room located by the practice fields in Lobby F in the front of F Exhibit Hall
  • Medical staff will be stationed in Room D221 for medical assistance

Are tickets required for the opening and closing ceremonies?

YES – Tickets are required for those attending both Opening and Closing Ceremonies/Finals in the Arena.

Each team will be allocated nine (9) tickets for Opening Ceremonies and Finals that they may pick up with their other materials at Team Check-In, located in Hall B. If you receive more tickets than you need, please return the extras to pit admin where teams can request extras if needed – on a first come, first served basis.

The Opening and Closing ceremonies are streaming to the Divisions in all the exhibit halls if you prefer not to watch from the Arena or if your team does not have enough tickets.

Will the event be webcast and where can the webcast be found?

For event broadcasts and live results from the VEX Robotics World Championship, visit VEX TV.

Will there be a mobile app for the 2024 VEX Robotics World Championship?

Yes! You can download the VEX Worlds app from the Apple Store or Google play:

Google Play

Apple Store

Is there a dress code for VEX Robotics World Championship?

Students should consult with their team mentor or coach. All attendees must wear closed-toe and heel shoes during the event. No roller shoes with wheels, such as Heelys, are permitted in the venue. Attendees are reminded to dress comfortably and appropriately and to avoid loose hanging clothes or hair if they are going to work with robots or tools in the team pit area. All students participating in matches must wear safety glasses. If any questionable items are worn to this event, please be advised that the event staff may ask the attendee to remove or alter their attire.

Are volunteers still being accepted for the VEX Robotics World Championship?

Yes! Interested individuals should visit the REC Foundation Volunteer site to sign up. If you have team members or adults on site who would like to volunteer at any time during the week, please see the Volunteer Registration Desk in the Kay Bailey lobby.

Note: A typical volunteer shift is 4-8 hours.

Will apparel be available for sale online?

Check back soon for information about online apparel sales from Fine Designs for the VEX Robotics World Championship.

Can teams bring additional spectators to the event?

Yes! The VEX Robotics World Championship is free and open to the public. This lively and engaging event is suitable for the entire family.

Spectator Check-in:

Spectators will need to check in for the event. Check-in for spectators will open on April 21, 2024, at robotevents.com. After checking in, spectators should go to Spectator Check-In in Lobby D to get their wristbands for entrance into the halls/arena.

Once checked-in, spectators are welcome to attend the ceremonies, watch matches, and visit with teams in the pit area.

We have a team member that needs special accommodations. Who do I contact to ensure their needs are met?

Please use the form located here to request accommodations for team members with disabilities. All accommodation requests must be made by March 27, 2024.

2025-2026 Signature Event Updates

  1. An Event Partner wanting to apply to host a Signature Event must have hosted events for at least 2 seasons prior to applying. 
  2. Signature Events must use the officially branded award banners for the Excellence Award and Tournament/Teamwork Champions Award.
  3. When hanging field skirts the VEX Robotics logo/brand name can not be covered up on the competition fields.
  4. 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).
  5. Minimum pit size reduced to 8’x 8’ instead of 10’x10’.
  6. 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

  1. Existing Signature Events only need to complete the Final Application (due by March 31, 2025)
  2. 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.
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