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Join mHUB for a family-friendly Build & Battle robot competition. All attendees will have the opportunity to build DIY robots, with technical guidance, and participate in sumo-style pick-up battles over the course of the day. Want a leg up? Purchase a kit at check-out to ensure you have all the materials you need to dominate. If you're happy with your robot, you'll have the opportunity to enter into a bracket competition onsite and close out the event with head-to-head battles starting at 4pm.
Kids 2-years old and under do not need a ticket
Building
An open building and battling session will be held from 1PM – 4PM. All ticketholders have access to the designated building area, materials, and complimentary food and beverage. Ready-made kits with basic components and instructions are also available to purchase for those needing additional guidance.
Guidelines and rules will be distributed ahead of the event. No pre-made robots allowed!
Battling
From 4PM – 6 PM there will be a bracket competition for those who register onsite to participate. The tournament will commence around 4PM and continue until only one robot is left standing! The winning robot and team will take home the trophy, mHUB swag, and other prizes.
Please contact Emily Salgado at emilysalgado@mhubchicago.com if you have any questions about mHUB ROBOT | Build & Battle.
Venue
mHUB
Location
1623 W Fulton Street Chicago, IL 60612 Get Directions
Date and Time
06/08/24 @ 1:00 PM
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