This article walks teams, coaches, organization administrators, and team contacts through registering a team for an event on events.vex.com, with step-by-step instructions and screenshots. 

For more about event registration, see the Event Registration Overview.

Teams register for official VEX Robotics events through events.vex.com. Before registering, make sure your team is registered for the current season, and review the event page for key information such as registration requirements, payment deadlines, and event expectations. Register early when you can, since events can fill, and keep an eye on the event page and your email for updates.

Before registering for an event, make sure:

  • Your team is registered and paid for the current season.
  • You are logged in to events.vex.com.
  • You are listed as a primary or secondary contact for the team.
  • Your team is registered in the correct program and grade level.

Log In

The top-right corner of the events.vex.com page, zoomed in to show the VEX Robotics logo and the Login button highlighted beneath it.

On events.vex.com select Login in the top-right of the page.

The login screen with a text boxes in the center to enter your email address, with the password directly below it, and a Login button beneath.

Enter your log in credentials and select Login.

Explore Available Resources

The VEX Events site, showing the available resource buttons after logging in.

After logging in, the home page provides quick links and resources to help you navigate events.vex.com and access commonly used tools.

These resources may include:

Resource Description
Register a Team Begin the team registration process for the current season.
Map of Local Events Search for events near your location.
World Skills Standings View current World Skills rankings.
Program Q&A Access official game and competition questions and answers.
Available Team Numbers Search for available team numbers.
Virtual Skills Standings View Virtual Skills rankings.
Live Remote Skills Standings View Live Remote Skills rankings.
Webcasts Access livestreams and other event broadcasts.

Note: The resources displayed may vary depending on the competition program selected.

Search for an Event

Use the filters to search by:

  • Location
  • Season
  • Event Type
  • Event Format
  • Event Name
  • Grade Level
  • Level Class

Select an Event

Select the event's name to open its event page.

Review Event Information

Before registering, review the event details on the event page: 

Field Description
Date The date of the event.
Event Code The unique code for the event.
Program The competition program.
Event Type The type of event.
Event Format The format of the event (e.g., In-Person, Remote, Hybrid).
Field Control System The system used to run the fields.
Capacity The total team capacity for the event.
Spots Open The number or percentage of spots still available.
Event Region The region in which the event is located.
Max Registrations per Organization The maximum number of teams your organization can register.
Early-Bird Registration Opens The date and time early-bird registration opens.
Standard Registration Opens The date and time standard registration opens.
Registration Deadline The deadline to register for the event.
Payment Deadline The deadline to complete payment.
Price The registration fee for the event.

Note: Additional information about early-bird registration, registration windows, and eligibility may also appear on the event page.

Select Register

If registration is open and your team is eligible, select Register. If the event is full, you may see an option to join the waitlist.

Select Your Team

Choose the team you want to register. If you manage multiple teams, verify that you are selecting the correct team number.

Submit Registration

Select Register to complete the registration. Depending on the event settings and capacity, your team will appear as Registered or Waitlisted.

Note: Placement on a waitlist does not guarantee participation.

Registration status can be viewed on the event page.

Complete Payment

Follow the payment instructions provided by the Event Partner. Teams that do not pay by the published deadline may be moved to the waitlist or removed according to the Event Partner's published policies.

Note: Be sure to review the Event Partner's payment and refund policies and contact them with any questions.

Additional Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the event is full?
You may have the option to join the waitlist. Placement on a waitlist does not guarantee participation.

Can I register multiple teams?
Yes. Organizations may register multiple teams.

Can I change my registration later?
Contact the Event Partner as soon as possible if changes are needed.

Who do I contact with event-specific questions?
Contact the Event Partner listed on the event page.

Troubleshooting

I do not see my team when registering.
Verify that your team is registered and paid for the current season and that you are listed as a team contact.

I cannot register for an event.
Review the event's registration dates, eligibility requirements, program, grade level, and capacity.

I registered the wrong team.
Contact the Event Partner as soon as possible for assistance.

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