Come watch 24 high school FIRST® Robotics Competition Teams play REEFSCAPE℠ in the center court of the mall!  Meet our teams, see their workspace, and get an up-close view of their robots!

The game is played by two alliances, with each team controlling a large-scale robot designed and built by the teams.  

The Discovery Dome is a new theater space sponsored by Conrad Cologne.  Experience live performances and talks with captivating hobbyists.  Programming and times will be updated as the event approaches.  All events are free to attend with first come, first serve entry.  Some events may be better suited for older children and adults.

Discovery Dome Show Descriptions

Times TBD

Fizz Bang Boom

The BUBBLE-OLOGY SHOW

LEGO® Universe

(2nd Level between LEGO® and Aeropostale)

Explore one-of-a-kind LEGO® models from the Garden State LEGO® Users Group including a four foot tall Red Keep from Game of Thrones.  Take to one of the Free Build tables to let your imagination run wild while getting tips from the Pros!

Scouting Badge Workshop

(2nd Level next to Vans)

Come learn about robotics and engineering through a hands-on guided journey led by high school robotics students and obtain Girl Scout and Scouts BSA badges. Advance registration required. 

Register today to secure your spot

PHYSICAL BADGES ARE NOT INCLUDED

Come meet local scientists, organizations, schools, and companies that are focused on science, technology, engineering, or math. 

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Experience the thrill of combat robotics with demos, meeting team members, and trying your hand at driving combat robots similar to their larger counterparts made famous by the TV show BattleBots® .  Presented by the Garden State Combat Robotics League (GSCRL).

BOT BATTLES

(2nd Level Hallway Outside Macy's)

From the Grant Imahara STEAM Foundation, Bot Battles is a revolutionary hands-on robotics program for students ages 7-14. Participants build, battle, and roleplay with their very own LEGO® bots. Learn everything from engineering to design, coding, mental health, conflict resolution, and teamwork.

RoboCon New Jersey's STEAM Station is great for kids of all ages to stop by and learn more about Science, Technology, Art, Engineering, and Math (STEAM). From fun presentations to engaging activities, the STEAM Station is the perfect place to participate in some friendly competition, learn, and have fun! Please take a look at our schedule to see what you might be interested in.

Robotic Droids

(Lower Level near Chicco's)

Meet the Mid-Atlantic DroidBuilders, a community of makers bringing iconic droids to life with stunning accuracy and craftsmanship. See full-scale droids in action as they roll, beep, and light up the show floor. Snap photos, interact with the droids, and learn from expert builders about the engineering behind these beloved galactic companions. 

Experience the future of sustainable energy and power their ideas forward from last year's game  FIRST MASTERPIECE℠.  Meet teams and interact with the field elements. 

Race LEGOⓇ Robots - Our tinkerers have been hard at work to adapt FIRSTⓇ LEGOⓇ Leauge  robots for a little friendly competition.

Register to Participate as a FLL Team

We understand that crowds, noisy robot competitions and activities with large groups do not work for every child.  We will have a quiet store space, located on the lower level, with Sensory-Friendly STEAM Activities available for independent exploration with open space to just chill for a few quiet moments.  Free ear plugs are available upon request.

Meet our FIRST® Robotics Competition teams and  take one of the 120lb robots for a test drive.

Unitree B1 Robot Dog

(Investigation Alley across from Clarks)

Discover the cutting-edge Unitree B1 robot, an advanced four-legged marvel designed for dynamic movement and versatility. Experience its unparalleled agility and smart capabilities in action. Pose for photos and learn from engineers about its innovative technology and robust performance. 

FIRST® Tech Challenge of New Jersey teams bring their robots and excitement to the event. Teams will be building and practicing for the 2025-26 game, FIRST® DECODE℠. See teams enhancing their robot design in the “Pit Area” and playing the official game on a 12’ x 12’ field. 

The area will also include a FIRST® INTO THE DEEP℠ exhibit which will serve to demonstrate the 2024-2025 game and serve as a Driving Zone for young guests. Visitors can also drive a “jersey-bot” around a “FTC Racetrack”, among other fun activities.  

All are invited to meet team members, enjoy the amusements, and learn about the FIRST® Tech Challenge Program for 7th - 12th Grade students.