where

Hayfield Secondary School Gym
7630 Telegraph Rd Alexandria, VA 22315

WHEN

Sunday, September 27, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Drive a Competition Robot
Get behind the controls of a real FIRST Robotics Competition robot with guidance from student team members.
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Meet the Teams
Talk with students, mentors, and volunteers about what it takes to design, build, and compete with a 120-pound robot.
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Explore Team Exhibits
See robots up close, learn about engineering and outreach projects, and discover how teams impact their communities.
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Discover FIRST
Learn how students gain experience in engineering, programming, business, leadership, and teamwork through FIRST Robotics.
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Who Should attend

This event is perfect for:

  • School administrators and educators
  • Elected officials and government representatives
  • Sponsors and business leaders
  • New FIRST team members
  • Anyone interested in STEM and robotics
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KNow before you go

  • Free to attend
  • No robotics experience required
  • Registration is encouraged but not required so we can plan for attendance.
  • You do not need to attend the Saturday competition to enjoy the Community Showcase.
  • Families, students, educators, sponsors, elected officials, and community members are all welcome.
  • Participating teams will provide opportunities for visitors to drive competition robots and explore interactive exhibits.
  • Free onsite parking is available 
  • Questions? Contact us at cri@team614.org.