Ignite the Northwest is back to Back VEX V5 Signature Event
VEX Robotics Competition
- Encontro
- 29-Jan-2027 - 31-Jan-2027 Adicionar ao calendário
- Código do Evento
- VE-V5-26-65885
- Programa
- VEX V5 Robotics Competition™
- Tipo de Evento
- Open Tournament
- Formato do Evento
- In-Person
- Sistema de Controle
- N/A
- Capacidade
- 80
- Lugares abertos
- 80
- Região do Evento
- Washington
- Registros máximos por organização
- 10
- Abertura das Inscrições Prioritárias
- 9-Oct-2026 12:00 EDT
- O período de inscrição padrão está aberto.
- 23-Oct-2026 12:00 EDT
- Prazo de inscrição
- 8-Jan-2027 12:00 EST
- Prazo de pagamento
- 17-Dec-2025 12:00 EST
- Quantidade
- US$550.00
Um máximo de 50% das inscrições de equipas podem ser da mesma região do evento
| Região | % Máximo | # Spots Permitidos | # Spots Restantes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 50% | 40 | 40 |
- Registration opens at a future date.
Informações Gerais
Welcome to Ignite the Northwest 2027!
We’re excited to welcome you to the Gary D. Weikel Events Center, located at the Gateway to the Cascade Mountains in Monroe, Washington. Get ready for an inspiring experience, taking in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and the Cascade Mountain views.
Make sure to check back often for updates! Sign up for email notifications and check out more details about the event here: https://www.igniterobotics.org/signature
About the Event
Welcome to Ignite the Northwest 2027! We aim to bring the best teams from all over the US and the World to compete and to prepare students for their own Regional Championships and the World Championship. The event setup is very similar to the World Championships and will provide the teams with a great experience of high-level competition! Elimination rounds will include 16 alliances.
Please note that this event is a 3-Day event. Check the Agenda tab for more information.
Keynote Speaker
TBD
Competition Preparation
This event is sure to be a fast-paced and exciting event. All teams should come prepared for the competition. Here are a few steps that every team should take to ensure that they are prepared.
1. Review the rules, the code of conduct, and run through the inspection checklist.
2. Check the VEX Forum and the Q&A for official rule updates and changes.
3. Carefully read all of the information contained in this tournament posting
4. Review the descriptions and criteria for the awards that are being given during the tournament.
5. Prep for your interviews with the judges. Check the awards tab to see what awards will be given during the tournament.
6. Ensure that you have the latest version of firmware.
Food and Drink:
We will have food trucks from 11:00am - 5:00pm each day of the event!
Friday: Tacos Montes Alban, Big Dog food truck
Saturday: Tacos Montes Alban, Big Dog food truck
Sunday: Tacos Montes Alban, Big Dog food truck, She's Got Bowls
Event Merchandise
Customize t-shirts and hoodies just like at the World Championships! Put your team number, personal motto, or alternative designs!
Qualification for the VEX Robotics World Championships
More Information Coming Soon
1 Excellence
2 Tournament Champions
Hotel Discounts:
TBD
Local Attractions:
Monroe, Washington, and its surrounding Snohomish County offer a diverse mix of attractions that are sure to inspire, educate, and entertain. Perfect for students, parents, and teams alike, our carefully curated selection of local attractions seamlessly blends tech wizardry, awe-inspiring nature, and adrenaline-pumping adventure. Let's explore what awaits:
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Gear up for an exhilarating tour of the Boeing Factory! Witness firsthand where aviation marvels are born and take flight. From conception to completion, this is your chance to delve into the inner workings of one of the world's leading aerospace companies. Hurry though, spaces fill up fast!
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For the thrill-seekers among you, the powder-laden slopes of Stevens Pass are only an hour away. Experience the unrivaled snow conditions that make skiing in the Pacific Northwest an unforgettable adventure.
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Calling all animal lovers to the Monroe Reptile Zoo! The Monroe Reptile Zoo is home to the most diverse collection of Reptiles in the Pacific Northwest, with over 85 species from across the world. Here you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures.
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Check out the beautiful nature of Washington by walking on one of the many nearby trails. The Centennial Trail, Whitehorse Trail, and Interurban Trail are fabulous trails that will leave you wanting more.
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For those who enjoy the fine arts, we recommend visiting the Cascadia Arts Museum. Take a dive into the rich tradition of the visual arts and design in the Northwest.
Get ready to unlock the limitless potential of your Washington visit!
Made possible in part by assistance from The City of Monroe and The Snohomish County Hotel-Motel Tax Funds.
Nível de Avaliação: High School
Desafio de Habilidades Oferecidas: sim
Formato de Julgamento: Cadernos de Engenharia Remota
Desafio de Habilidades Oferecidas para equipes VURC/VAIRC: sim
Datas dos Eventos & Locais
Encontro: 29-Jan-2027 - 31-Jan-2027
Vencimento/Localização:14405 179th Avenue Southeast
Monroe, Washington 98272
United States
Contate o Parceiro do Evento
eventos.contact.loginAgenda
The agenda is tentative and subject to change. Check back often to make sure you are updated!
Last Updated: Se[etember 2026
FRIDAY, Jan - 29
10:00 am - Doors Open, Check-in
10:30 am - Inspection Starts
12:30 pm - Inspection Closes
12:45 pm - Driver's Meeting & Opening Ceremony
1:45 pm - Practice Matches Start
2:45 pm - Practice Matches End and Qualification Match Start
5:00 pm - Qualification Matches End
6:00 pm - Doors Close
SATURDAY, Jan - 30
8:00 am - Doors Open
8:30 am - Skills and Judging Open
9:30 am -Qualifications Matches Start
12:00 pm - Lunch Break
1:00 pm - Qualifications Resume
5:00 pm - Qualifications Finish for the day
6:00 pm - Doors Close
SUNDAY, Jan - 31
8:00 am - Doors Open
8:30 am - Qualifications resume
10:20 am - Qualifications finish and skills close
10:25 am - Alliance selection
11:30 am - Lunch break
12:30 pm - Eliminations begin
3:45 pm - Awards & Closing Ceremony
4:15 pm - Cleanup!
5:00 pm - Doors Close
Voluntário
It takes an army to make these events possible, and we welcome all those who are interested in volunteering. No prior experience is required to volunteer, and we will provide training in the morning. There are roles for all ages, so come out and enjoy the fun! Volunteers will get a T-Shirt, snacks, and lunch for each volunteer day.
Please use the following link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AA9AA2AA3FDC61-57478996-2026
For further questions, please contact:
Phoebe Nather
Email: [email protected]
Política de Emergência/Condições Climáticas Adversas
In the event of extreme weather, and the relevant local and state agencies have deemed activities unsafe, we will cancel the event or change the agenda to account for any lost days. Due to fixed costs for this Signature event, any refunds will be allocated after all event expenses have been taken care of.
Políticas de reembolso e pagamento
If the Event Partner cancels the event:
Refunds will only be issued if the event is cancelled due to weather or health-related orders from the relevant local and state agencies for Monroe, WA. Due to fixed costs for this Signature event, any refunds will be allocated after all event expenses have been taken care of.
If a Coach/Mentor completes registration for the event then chooses to withdraw or not attend:
If the refund order is sent to the Event Partner 10 weeks (Saturday, November 8, 2025) before the event, then the team will be given a full refund minus fees. Otherwise, no refund will be given.
Payment Deadline:
Payment is to be submitted by December 17th. Any team that is added after the payment deadline will have one week to submit payment.
Special payment accommodations can be made by contacting [email protected].
Encontro: 29-Jan-2027 - 31-Jan-2027
Gary D. Weikel Event Center14405 179th Avenue Southeast
Monroe, Washington 98272
United States
Informações de viagem
Venue Location
The Venue for the event is the Gary D. Weikel Event Center.
Parking
The venue is conveniently right by the highway for easy access. There are multiple parking lots around the venue to supply ample parking.
Hotels
Webcast
We will be livestreaming our event! Check back closer to the event for the links!
In the meantime, subscribe to our YouTube Channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/@igniterobotics
Formato de Julgamento
- Digital Engineering Notebook Submissions / In-Person Team Interviews:
Team interviews will be conducted in person at the event. Engineering notebooks will be submitted digitally for evaluation via a link found within the "My Account" panel of the team contact. A submission deadline that may be scheduled ahead of the event date.
Digital Engineering Notebooks will be due two weeks before the event - January 12th.