Robot Faire 2026

A vibrant, family-friendly technology arena in the heart of Silicon Valley

Featuring elite robotics talent—including international high school FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) teams—battling in the electrifying Lobster Cup arena

Experience breakthrough AI and robotics technologies through immersive demos and live showcases

A powerful mix of engineers, investors, educators, and families—interacting with products and delivering real-time feedback

Researchers and technologists from Stanford University, NVIDIA, Google, and other top institutions (additional speakers to be announced)

An exclusive networking dinner connecting top minds shaping the future of AI and robotics

• 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
• Schedule:
• Exhibition: 9:30am - 5:00pm, Aug 8-9, 2026.
• AI & Robotic Talks and Panel Discussions: 9:30am-12:00pm, 2:00-5:00pm, Aug 8-9, 2026.
• VIP Networking and Dinner: 6-9pm, Aug 8, 2026.
• Program:
• Detailed Program will be on www.robotfaire.org

Step into conversations that shape the future.

Hear from visionary leaders, researchers, and innovators from NVIDIA, Google, and Stanford University—alongside top executives, investors, and pioneers at the forefront of AI and robotics.

Discover breakthrough ideas, bold perspectives, and the human stories behind innovation. From transformative technologies to their impact on society, these sessions are designed to spark curiosity, inspire action, and expand what you believe is possible.

What You’ll Gain: Inspiration, insight, and a deeper understanding of the forces shaping the future

Speakers Information will be published in Late May on www.robotfaire.org

Robot Faire 2026 is proud to be supported by leading global innovators, including corporate sponsors such as Google and Microsoft.

We partner closely with our sponsors to maximize their impact—amplifying brand visibility, accelerating innovation, and advancing robotics and AI education for the next generation.

Want to become a sponsor or an exhibitor at Robot Faire 2026? Please check www.robotfaire.org for registration details.

Founded in 2023 in Silicon Valley, the Lobster Cup International began as a collaborative effort by local FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) teams, including Dry Ice Robotics and Kuriosity Robotics, to create an elite off-season world invitational. The inaugural event was held on July 30, 2023, and quickly distinguished itself by introducing high-stakes "rule twists" to existing competition formats, challenging veteran teams to adapt their engineering and strategy in real-time. Since its debut, the competition has rapidly scaled from a specialized local meet into a massive global fixture hosted at the San Mateo Event Center, attracting over a thousand participants and serving as a premier platform for international robotics collaboration.

Prior competition highlights

• 2024 highlights:
• 2025 highlights:

Want to sign up your team for the Lobster Cup Robotic Competition? Please check www.robotfaire.org for registration details.

Robot Faire 2026 is Silicon Valley’s premier interactive robotics and AI experience—where innovation comes to life. Now in its fourth year, the Faire brings together global companies, visionary researchers, investors, educators, and families for two immersive days at the forefront of technology.

Through a dynamic mix of high-energy robotics competitions, world-class exhibitions, and inspiring talks, attendees explore what’s happening now, what’s coming next, and what’s possible beyond. Featuring experts from Stanford University, NVIDIA, Google, and other leading institutions, the Faire offers unparalleled insight into the future of AI and robotics.

More than an event, Robot Faire is a platform where ideas turn into impact—where innovators showcase breakthroughs, companies connect with the market, and the next generation of talent discovers inspiration and opportunity.

The event is organized by Be the Change Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2014, Tax ID: 47-1524419, dedicated to empowering K–12 students and working professionals to reach their fullest potential through education, innovation, and community engagement.

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Host or Publisher Be the Change Foundation