Mecha Mayhem 2027 Signature Event
VEX IQ Robotics Competition Level Up™ Blended Division
- Date
- 12-Feb-2027 - 14-Feb-2027 Add to Calendar
- Event Code
- RE-VIQRC-26-4485
- Program
- VEX IQ Robotics Competition
- Event Type
- Open Tournament
- Event Format
- In-Person
- Field Control System
- N/A
- Capacity
- 64
- Spots Open
- 64
- Event Region
- Alberta/Saskatchewan
- Early-Bird Registration Opens
- 28-Sep-2026 12:00 EDT
- Standard Registration Opens
- 12-Oct-2026 12:00 EDT
- Registration Deadline
- 18-Jan-2027 12:00 EST
- Payment Deadline
- 2 Weeks After Registration
- Price
- CA$450.00
A maximum of 50% of team registrations can be from any one event region
| Region | Maximum % | # Spots Allowed | # Spots Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta/Saskatchewan | 50% | 32 | 32 |
- Registration opens at a future date.
General Info
Welcome to Mecha Mayhem 2027!
Making a return to the Signature Stage, Mecha Mayhem 2027 Signature Event will be held at the home of the Calgary Stampede in the BMO Convention Center.
Join the official event Discord! https://discord.gg/fMJSW3Jv4n
LIVESTREAM LINKS:
https://www.youtube.com/@WestMechRobotics/streams
What is Mecha Mayhem?
This is the BLENDED IQ event, check the other postings for the HS, MS, and VEXU Divisions.
High School Division: https://events.vex.com/robot-competitions/vex-robotics-competition/RE-V5RC-26-4355.html#general-info
Middle School Division: https://events.vex.com/robot-competitions/vex-robotics-competition/RE-V5RC-26-4356.html#general-info
VEXU Division: https://events.vex.com/robot-competitions/vex-robotics-competition/RE-VURC-26-4357.html#general-info
*Note* Since events.vex.com does not accept payments for Canadian events when registering for the event, select "Pay Later." An email will be sent afterwards on how to pay, or check the Payment tab
Make sure to check back often for updates! Sign up for email notifications and check out more details about the event here: https://www.mechamayhem.ca/
If your team requires financial aid to attend this event, or if you are registering multiple teams from an organization, please describe your situation and contact [email protected]
Hotel Deals
We strongly recommend booking with us because our partner hotels will have an arena for teams to use/scrim in their conference room.
HOTEL INFORMATION WILL BE RELEASED SOON!
About the Event
Welcome to Mecha Mayhem 2027! We aim to bring the best teams from all over Canada and the World to compete and to prepare students for their own State/Provincial Championships and the VEX Robotics World Championship. The event setup has a "worlds feel" and will provide the teams with a great experience of high-level competition! Elimination rounds will include 16 alliances. There will be 2 HS Divisions, 1 MS Division, and 1 VEXU Division.
Please note that this event is a 3-Day event. Check the Agenda tab for more information.
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, 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.
7. Bring your own power expander
Event Merchandise
Customize t-shirts and hoodies just like at the VEX Robotics World Championship! Put your team number, personal motto, or alternative designs! Skip the line with pre-orders, opening when event registration opens!
Qualification for the 2027 VEX Robotics World Championship
This event includes three (3) spots for 2027 VEX Robotics World Championships.
The awards that qualifies are:
1x Excellence Award
2x Tournament Teamwork Champions
Local Attractions:
Calgary is located in the center of Alberta and has several attractions for teams, students, and parents to enjoy while here:
- We are only 1 hour away from Banff National Park and Lake Louise
- Visit the Telus Spark Science Center, Heritage Park Historical Village, The Calgary Zoo, and the Glenbow Museum. All of which are within a 30 minute drive from the tournament center.
- Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum (2 hour drive) and see one of the largest paleontology museums in Canada
- Visit the Icefields and see the glaciers in the Rockies (2 hour drive)
Grade Level: All
Skills Challenge Offered: Yes
Judging Format: Remote Interviews & Notebooks
Event Dates & Locations
Date: 12-Feb-2027 - 14-Feb-2027
Venue/Location:1912 Flores Ladue Parade Southeast
Calgary, Alberta T2G 2W1
Canada
Contact the Event Partner
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The agenda is tentative to change. Check back often to make sure you are updated!
Last Updated: May 20, 2026
All teams will have 1 practice match and 10 qualification matches.
FRIDAY, Feb - 12
10:00 am - Doors Open, Check-in, Inspection, Skills Runs
3:00 pm - Pre-Show
3:30 pm - Opening Ceremony
4:30 pm - Practice Matches Start
6:30 pm - Practice Matches End
7:00 pm - Doors Close
SATURDAY, Feb - 13
7:45 am - Doors Open
8:35 am - Qualifications Resume
12:00 pm - Lunch Break
1:00 pm - Qualifications Resume
4:00 pm - Qualification Break
4:30 pm - Qualifications Resume
6:30 pm - Qualifications Finish for the day
7:00 pm - Doors Close
SUNDAY, Feb - 14
7:00 am - Doors Open
8:15 am - Qualifications Resume
11:00 am - Lunch Break
12:30 pm - Final Rounds Begin
4:30 pm - Division Finals & Grand Finals
6:00 pm - Calgary Stampede Robot Rodeo Game Reveal & Closing/Awards Ceremony
7:00 pm - Event Finishes, and Cleanup Starts (plan to leave at around this time)
Volunteer
Interested in joining the team? We are always looking for volunteers to join the crew to help with inspections, run skills, reset fields, or help with match queuing!
Sign up will open in November, Key Volunteers are welcome to apply by emailing [email protected]
Volunteers will get a T-Shirt, lanyard, snacks, and free lunch for each day they volunteer for.
Emergency/Bad Weather Policy
In the event of extreme weather and the Alberta Government has 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.
Once all expenses are covered (venue, AV, pits, etc.), we will evenly distribute the leftover funds to all teams as refunds (no set amount as it depends on the costs of the event).
Calgary is known for its winter weather! Make sure you pack and dress appropriately!
Refund and Payment Policies
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 Alberta Government. Due to fixed costs for this Signature event, any refunds will be allocated after all event expenses have been taken care of.
Once all expenses are covered (venue, AV, pits, etc.), we will evenly distribute the leftover funds to all teams as refunds (no set amount as it depends on the costs of the event).
If a Coach/Mentor completes registration for the event then chooses to withdraw or not attend:
Once a team has paid the registration fees for the event, there will be no refunds
Health and Safety Policies
Restrictions are subject to change based on the Alberta Government. If any updates happen, we will assess accordingly and provide you with an update as soon as possible.
There are currently NO restrictions
Date: 12-Feb-2027 - 14-Feb-2027
BMO Centre1912 Flores Ladue Parade Southeast
Calgary, Alberta T2G 2W1
Canada
Travel Info
Venue Location
The Venue for the event is the BMO Centre
1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
Parking
Parking can be found right next to the venue. It is $15 CAD for full-day parking with multi-entry
Hotels
We strongly recommend booking with us because our partner hotels will have an arena for teams to use/scrim in their conference room.
Furthermore, each hotel will have complimentary shuttles to and from the venue and the hotels.
Hotel information is coming soon!
Webcast
All webcasts will be available on our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WestMechRobotics/streams
Judging Format
All judged award interviews and Engineering Notebook evaluations are currently planned to be conducted remotely. Please note that the judging format is tentative and subject to change. Teams will be notified if any changes are made.
Teams wishing to be considered for judged awards must submit their Digital Engineering Notebook through their RobotEvents team account no later than January 20 at 11:59 PM MST. Physical Engineering Notebooks will not be accepted or evaluated.
Remote judging interviews will take place between January 13 and January 30. Teams must sign up for a remote judging interview during this period. Teams that do not submit a notebook and complete a remote judging interview will not be eligible for judged awards.
Additional information, including the judging interview sign-up link, will be provided in November.
Engineering Notebook
ALL teams are strongly encouraged to submit a digital engineering notebook. These will be reviewed via a digital copy you can submit to your Team Account on RobotEvents.com. These are due by Jan 20, 11:59 PM MST.
Physical Engineering Notebooks will NOT be accepted.