Queso Bowl 2026
An FTC Off-Season Robotics Competition
Join us for a fun-filled day of Decode matches, side quest challenges, raffles, and a cookie contest!
🆓 This event is open to the public.
👉 As of Feb. 13, 2026, only 10 team spots are available! 👈
➡️ Ready to register? Click here!
Saturday – May 9, 2026
Northside Church of Christ
19818 US-281, San Antonio, TX 78258
Schedule of Events
Teams arrive: 8:00 a.m.
Matches begin: 9:45 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Matches resume: 12:15 p.m.
Alliance selection: 2:30 p.m.
Playoffs / Awards 3:00 p.m.
Cleanup and load out: 5:00 p.m.
What is Queso Bowl?
Get ready for The Queso Bowl! This off-season FTC event invites teams of all levels to decode the season with robotics, games, and a dash of delightful whimsy.
🤖 24 team, single-division FIRST Tech Challenge event with playoffs!
Who can register?
🥳 Open to ALL teams who want to have a good time! Entry is limited to the first 24 teams. A waitlist will be created for any additional registrations.
What is different about this event?
🤩 Modified game play with an expanded field which levels the playing field for all teams!
Game changes will be announced soon after registration, because we want to customize the game to the strengths of the registered teams.
🎮 3-team alliances in the playoffs which are chosen in a snake draft!
🔮 30-second Side Quest Challenge, open to all attendees.
🍪 Decode the Dough Cookie Contest! Teams may bring 3 dozen cookies for their chance to win prizes! (Teams may bring more than one submission for the cookie contest.)
What prizes will be awarded?
🏆 Awards will be announced soon.
🎟️ A raffle for fun prizes will be announced throughout the day! Everyone has a chance to win!
Where is The Queso Bowl located?
The Queso Bowl is happening in North Central San Antonio, TX!
Address: 19818 US-281, San Antonio, TX 78258
Why is Microchips & Queso hosting this event?
In spring 2024, we hosted a successful garage scrimmage with six participating teams. The enthusiasm was contagious, inspiring us to expand the event to a larger venue and invite more teams. Fortunately, Mr. Rusty Baskin, NERD League Commissioner and coach of two teams, attended our scrimmage and generously offered his expertise to help us grow. Mr. Baskin is now coordinating all robot play and game changes, and we are immensely grateful for his support.
The Queso Bowl also helps extends the season with a celebration competition at the end of the school year!
What does the Queso Bowl look like?
Here is a livestream from the 2025 Queso Bowl.
When does registration open?
Registration cost: $40 per team. This fee helps us offset the costs associated with securing the event facility, providing lunch for our essential volunteers, and ensures a dedicated level of participation from all teams!
** As of Feb. 13, 2026 only 10 team spots are available! **
👏 We need volunteers! Any skill level is welcome!
