Lobster Cup International Robotic Competition at Robotics Fair 2026

Are You Ready for the Ultimate FTC Challenge? Join the 2026 Lobster Cup International!

Born in Silicon Valley, the Lobster Cup International has rapidly grown into a massive global fixture—and this year, we are looking for elite FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) teams to join our world-class off-season invitational.

What sets the Lobster Cup apart? We push veteran teams to their absolute limits by introducing high-stakes "rule twists" to existing competition formats. This isn't just about the robot you bring; it’s about testing your team's ability to adapt your engineering and strategy in real-time.

Now officially part of the massive Robotics Fair 2026 at the San Mateo Event Center, the competition attracts over a thousand participants, serving as a premier platform for international robotics collaboration.

Do you have what it takes to compete against the best in the world?

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Event Details:

• Dates: August 8–9, 2026
• Time: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Venue: San Mateo County Event Center, Fiesta Hall
• Address: 1346 Saratoga Dr, San Mateo, CA 94403

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