Get inspired and have lots of FUN watching robots compete at all class levels in a high-energy, high-tech sporting event where teams of professionals and young people solve engineering & design challenges in an intense and competitive environment.
School and community robotics teams provide students with life-changing and career-molding opportunities – so come on out and support your favorite team or discover what the buzz is all about. The FIRST® Fairbotics Competition is part of the San Diego County Fair's Student Showcase program.
FIRST® Fairbotics Competition for teams from 4th–12th Grade.
- “PACIFIC SHOWDOWN” June 19-20, 2025 - FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC) featuring FRC 120 pound robots the size of a person!
- “COASTAL CHALLENGE” June 19, 2025 - FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) with 18 x 18 x 18 robots.
- “SURFSIDE ENCOUNTER” June 19, 2025 - FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) Challenge - Lego robots!
Robots will be programmed in autonomous, and FRC/FTC will also be driven with remote control.
NOTE: Competitors and authorized volunteers may enter the Fairgrounds before the general public with advance credentials.
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