# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Inaugural Capital Region Classic: Robotics Tournament & The Future of Tech Valley
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: ? The Robots are Taking Over Albany!

Join STEAMwhiz & the UAlbany College of Nanotechnology (CNSE) for the Inaugural Capital Region Classic (CRC).

Witness the next generation of engineers, coders, and innovators from across the region as they compete for the title. This isn't just a game—it's the future of the Tech Valley workforce in action.

✨ Why You Should Attend:

?‍?‍?‍? For Families & Students: Come see high-energy robotics matches! It’s BattleBots meets Chess. If your student loves LEGOs, coding, or video games, they need to see this. Inspiration starts here.

? For Educators & School Administrators: The Capital Region is waking up to K-8 Robotics. Come see the "Blueprint" for engaging students in STEM earlier. Witness the turnkey model that is putting local students in the Top 12% worldwide.

? Schedule Highlights:

9:00 AM: Opening Remarks by UAlbany College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering Leadership (CNSE) and Dr J from STEAMwhiz.

10:00 AM: Keynote from from Congressman Tonko & Senator Fahy

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Qualification Matches (Non-stop action).

1:00 PM: Elimination Rounds & Finals.

? Presented by: STEAMwhiz Inc. & UAlbany CNSE ? Learn More: steamwhiz.com/crc

#CapitalRegionClassic #TechValley #STEAMwhiz #Robotics #STEMEducation #AlbanyNY #FutureWorkforce
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albany/inaugural-capital-region-classic-robotics-tournament-and-the-future-of-tech-valley/200029508189147
- **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments, it
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 48

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Albany
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Albany Capital Center
- **lat**: 42.650005542636
- **long**: -73.756077304862
- **full address**: Albany Capital Center, 55 Eagle St, Albany, NY 12207-1645, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Inaugural Capital Region Classic: Robotics Tournament & The Future of Tech Valley being held?
  - **A:** Inaugural Capital Region Classic: Robotics Tournament & The Future of Tech Valley takes place on Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am at Albany Capital Center, 55 Eagle St, Albany, NY 12207-1645, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Inaugural Capital Region Classic: Robotics Tournament & The Future of Tech Valley?
  - **A:** Inaugural Capital Region Classic: Robotics Tournament & The Future of Tech Valley is organized by STEAMwhiz.

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