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FIRST® Tech Challenge
European Premier Event 2025

July 1-5, 2025
Eindhoven, The Netherlands

Preliminary Event Schedule

The FIRST Tech Challenge European Premier Event 2025 isn’t just about competition – it’s a week filled with opportunities to experience much more! Beyond the competition days, there’s an array of activities included in the registration fee, ensuring every participant can explore, learn, and connect in unique ways! This makes the European Premier Event truly one-of-a-kind. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in an unforgettable week of innovation, collaboration, and discovery!!

Kick-off the week

Tuesday – July 1
  • Eindhoven Company Visits
    Discover Eindhoven as the innovative hub through exclusive visits to leading companies in semiconductor, robotics, high-tech manufacturing, and more.
Wednesday – July 2
  • University Campus Tours
    Meet Dutch student teams tackling diverse issues related to energy, intelligent lighting, mobility, medical diagnostics, and beyond.

    For more information about the  student teams, visit this website. During the Campus Tours, a selection of these teams will showcase their work!

  • Scholarship & Studying in Eindhoven Event
    Learn about academic and professional opportunities in one of Europe’s most innovative regions, with sessions covering scholarships, study options, and career pathways.

Competition days

Wednesday – July 2
  • Team Registration (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
  • Load in & Pit Set-up (5:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
Thursday – July 3

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

  • Judging
  • Inspections
  • Practice Fields Open
Friday – July 4

8:00 am – 10:00 pm

  • Opening Ceremony
  • Judge Pit Visits
  • Qualification Matches
  • Friday Evening Team Social (additional | not included in registration fee)
Saturday – July 5

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

  • Qualification Matches
  • Playoff Matches & Finals
  • Awards
  • Closing Ceremony

Additional opportunities

Lunch Package Deals
  • Keep your focus on the competition with our convenient lunch packages, designed to keep you energized throughout the day. Please note that outside food is not allowed inside the venue, making our lunch packages the ideal choice.
Friday Evening Team Social
  • Unwind with fellow participants at our Friday evening social, featuring music, dancing, and great vibes—a perfect way to connect and celebrate!
Explore Eindhoven

Our travel agent City Tours Eindhoven organizes fun tours every day during the period from June 27, 2025 to July 8, 2025 to get to know Eindhoven better.

  • Discover Eindhoven by bike with an Eindhoven city guide (two-hour tour)
  • Discover all the Street Art of Urban Eindhoven with the individual Street Art Tour Eindhoven (also possible with a guide on request)
  • Walk through the center of Eindhoven with our individual web app as your guide (also possible with a guide on request)
  • More activities will follow!

Please note: Additional opportunities are not included in the registration fee.
Pricing and reservation details will follow soon.

STEM Expo

During the competition days, a STEM Expo will be held alongside the event, providing hands-on experiences and showcasing innovative technology to the public.