Events
There are several types of FIRST LEGO League (FLL) events. They all offer a fun and exciting way for teams to demonstrate the results of their efforts. Awards are given at FLL events recognizing special accomplishments in areas like teamwork, research, robot design, and robot performance. More than awards, the prevailing Core Value at FLL events is, “What we learn is more important than what we win.”
Qualifying Tournaments
Qualifying Tournaments (usually called Qualifiers or Regionals) follow the same judging standards and a similar format to Championship tournaments, but have some flexibility. Teams from these tournaments advance to that region’s Championship tournament.
Championship Tournaments
Championship Tournaments abide by certain FLL standards in format, judging, awards, and overall quality. The key volunteers responsible for a Championship tournament are the FLL Operational Partners. Championships may include teams from a geographic region, province, state, country, or several countries.
Open Championship Tournaments
Open Championship Tournaments abide by the same standards as Championships, and are hosted by FLL Operational Partners. These events are not held every year, and are invitational events that choose teams from selected regions. They represent another great way for FLL teams to get together and showcase their achievements.
The FLL World Festival
The FLL World Festival, held in conjunction with the FIRST Championship, is the global celebration of FLL teams from around the world. It is the only event hosted by the FLL program. The invitational process for the World Festival includes nominated teams that demonstrate FLL Core Values as well as award winning teams from Championships around the world.
To find an FLL event near you, choose your country to find the local website.