VEX Robotics 2025-2026 Season Calendar Released
As the 2024-2025 VEX Competition season comes to an end, the REC Foundation has released next season´s calendar.
Guilherme Soares
6/3/20251 min read
The 2025-2026 VEX V5 Robotics Competition season, themed VEX V5: Push Back and presented by the Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation, invites teams to dive into the world of robotics and automation, pushing the boundaries of innovation and teamwork. This season’s challenge inspires participants to design and program robots to tackle strategic tasks, blending engineering skills with creative problem-solving.
Season Theme: VEX V5: Push Back
"VEX V5: Push Back" encourages teams to explore the dynamic realm of automation and strategy. By designing robots to overcome challenges, participants discover the power of technology to address real-world problems, fostering a spirit of collaboration and ingenuity that drives future advancements.
VEX V5 Game: Push Back
In Push Back, teams step into a competitive arena, tasked with building robots that showcase precision and adaptability. This game highlights the importance of engineering excellence and teamwork, offering a thrilling platform to test skills and inspire innovation.
Key Dates for the 2025-2026 Season
Season Registration Opens: April 16, 2025
Season Registration Deadline: December 19, 2025
Qualifying Criteria Release: May 19, 2025
VEX Robotics Programs Grants Open: May 20, 2025
VEX Robotics Programs Grants Deadline: December 1, 2025
International Robotics Honor Society (IRHS) Chapter Application Opens: July 1, 2025
IRHS Chapter Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
Event Posting Deadline: November 1, 2025
2026-2027 Signature Event Initial Proposal Opens: November 1, 2025
2026-2027 Signature Event Initial Proposal Deadline: January 31, 2026
2026-2027 Signature Event Final Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
International Event Region Championship Deadline: March 1, 2026
United States Event Region Championship Deadline: March 15, 2026
VEX Robotics World Championship Registration and Payment Deadline: March 31, 2026
VEX Robotics World Championship: April 21-30, 2026
Additional Resources
VEX Push Back Season Content: Downloadable materials including logos, templates, and virtual backgrounds to boost team engagement.
VEX Robotics Competition Calendar: Stay updated with the official calendar for event dates and deadlines. https://kb.roboticseducation.org/hc/en-us/articles/32392330604055-2025-2026-Season-Calendar-for-VEX-Robotics-Programs
As teams prepare for the 2025-2026 season, "VEX V5: Push Back" offers a unique opportunity to blend the thrill of robotics with the challenge of strategic innovation. By pushing the limits of technology, participants lay the groundwork for future success. Embrace the challenge, and let the competition begin!