VEX Robotics is once again taking Mall of America by storm!

As the first event of the season, the stakes are high, and competitors from all over the nation have been gearing up for this amazing opportunity to show off their bots. Don't miss out on this competitive two-day event!

Mall of America August 2-3, 2024

Mall of America is located in Bloomington, MN, only a few short miles from the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

More than 50 hotels offer free shuttle service to and from the airport and the Mall. The light rail also runs directly from the airport to Mall of America. For more transportation information, including parking, visit mallofamerica.com

We have developed a list of hotels for the EXPERIENCE STEAM event. To book your stay, visit EXPERIENCE STEAM Hotel Listings.

Friday August 2 2024:
8:00 AM Pit area opens, Skills Open, Inspections Open
9:00 AM Check in closes, Inspection closes*
9:30 AM Driver meeting
10:00 AM Opening ceremony
10:30 AM Qualification rounds
5:00 PM Pause qualifications

*All teams need to be checked in by 9:00 AM on Friday or in contact with the event coordinator. Teams that have not checked in by that time will not be allowed to participate.

Saturday August 3rd 2024:
8:00 AM Venue opens
9:00 AM Qualifications resume
3:30 PM End skills
4:00 PM End qualifications
4:15 PM Alliance selection
4:30 PM Elimination rounds
6:00 PM Awards
7:00 PM End of Event