The FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Kickoff is the annual event that officially marks the start of the build season, where teams around the world simultaneously watch the global broadcast to learn the new game challenge, receive the official rulebook, and get their Kit of Parts. Don’t miss out!

Upcoming 2027 Kickoff Details

• Date & Time: Saturday, January 9, 2027, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Eastern Time.

• Season / Game Name: BIOCORE (part of the FIRST CANOPY season).

• Format: The main challenge is unveiled via a live-streamed broadcast, followed by local in-person kickoff events and kit pickups hosted by regional hubs worldwide. Vermont’s only FRC kickoff hub is being graciously hosted by Team 2370, the IBOTS, at Rutland High School.

Address for Rutland High School/Stafford Technical Center: 22 Stratton Road, Rutland, Vermont

Click the “map” link to get directions via Google Maps.