Event Volunteers for DC, MD, VA

FIRST®(For the Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a global robotics community preparing young people for the future. Thank you for your interest in being an event volunteer! It is your support and dedication that empowers students to become innovators, problem solvers, and better global citizens.

There are numerous high energy robotics competitions in the Maryland, DC and Virginia region. Over 95% of the staff who make these events possible for the students are volunteers like you.

What is the typical time committment? These are all day competitions. Reporting times are usually between 7:00 and 8:00 am. Tournaments wrap up between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. There are also a few position that are half day commitments.

What type of skills are needed to be an event volunteer for FIRST? Some positions are technical, some are not. All are vital to the success of the competitions. Each require a willingness to be helpful and an interest in providing a high quality experience for the students.

Is training available? Training is offered for all roles. This is either online or in-person, depending on the position.

How do I get started? There are three steps to complete before registering to be an event volunteer.

Step One:

Use the drop down menus below for information on what is happening in your area. The links in the lists will take you to the location of the event on google maps. When you find a date/location of the event(s) you'd like to support please note which FIRST® program(s) they are for (FIRST LEGO League Challenge, FIRST Tech Challenge, FIRST Robotics Competition). You will want that information for Step Two and Three.

District of Columbia

December 6, 2025
Washington DC Qualifier I
DC International School
1400 Main Dr NW, Washington, DC 20012
FIRST Tech Challenge
December 7, 2025
Washington DC Qualifier II
DC International School
1400 Main Dr NW, Washington, DC 20012
FIRST Tech Challenge

Maryland

December 13, 2025
Baltimore, MD Qualifier I
Park School
2425 Old Court Rd, Baltimore, MD 21208
FIRST Tech Challenge
December 13, 2025
McDonogh School Qualifier
McDonogh School
8600 McDonogh Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
December 13, 2025
Battle by the Bay
Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
December 14, 2025
Battle of the Beltway
St Paul School for Boys
11152 Falls Road, Timonium, MD 21093
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
December 14, 2025
Baltimore, MD Qualifier II
Park School
2425 Old Court Rd, Baltimore, MD 21208
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 10, 2026
Eastern Shore Regional Qualifier
Salisbury Middle School
607 Morris Street, Salisbury, MD 21801
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 11, 2026
Frederick County Qualifier
Urbana High School
3471 Campus Drive, Ijamsville, MD 21754
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 17, 2026
REACT Allegany Qualifier
Allegany College of Maryland
12401 Willowbrook Road SE, La Vale, MD 21502
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 17, 2026
Roar of the Robots 1
Westminster West Middle School
60 Monroe St, Westminster, MD 21157
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 18, 2026
Roar of the Robots 2
Westminster West Middle School
60 Monroe St, Westminster, MD 21157
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 24, 2026
M-NCPPC FLL Challenge Qualifier
Southern Regional Technology & Recreation Complex
7007 Bock Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 24, 2026
South County Showdown
South River High School
201 Central Ave SE, Edgewater, MD 21037
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 24, 2026
Garrett Qualifier
Northern Garrett High School
86 Pride Parkway, Accident, MD 21420
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 24, 2026
Union Bridge, MD Qualifier I
Francis Scott Key High School
3825 Bark Hill Rd, Union Bridge, MD 21791
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 25, 2026
Union Bridge, MD Qualifier II
Francis Scott Key High School
3825 Bark Hill Rd, Union Bridge, MD 21791
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 25, 2026
Montgomery County Qualifier
Montgomery Blair High School
51 University Blvd East, Silver Spring, MD 20901
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
January 31, 2026
Baltimore City Qualifier
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle School, Y of Central MD
2710 E Hoffman St, Baltimore, MD 21213
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
February 1, 2026
Rockville Robo Rumble
Berman Hebrew Academy
13300 Arctic Avenue, Rockville, MD 20853
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
February 21, 2026
UMBC State Championship
UMBC
1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250
FIRST LEGO League - Challenge
March 13-15, 2026
CHS District Pasadena MD Event

Chesapeake High School
4798 Mountain Road, Pasadena, MD 21122

FIRST Robotics Competition

March 20-22, 2026
CHS District Bethesda MD Event

Walt Whitman High School

7100 Whittier Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817

FIRST Robotics Competition

March 27-29, 2026
CHS District Severn MD Event

Severn Run High School

8065 New Cut Rd, Severn, MD 21108

FIRST Robotics Competition

Virginia/West Virginia

December 7, 2025
Roanoke, VA Qualifier
North Cross School
4254 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA 24018
FIRST Tech Challenge
December 13, 2025
Richmond, VA Qualifier I
Falling Creek Middle School
4780 Hopkins Rd, Richmond, VA 23234
FIRST Tech Challenge
December 14, 2025
Richmond, VA Qualifier II
Falling Creek Middle School
4780 Hopkins Rd, Richmond, VA 23234
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 10, 2026
Powhatan, VA Qualifier I
Powhatan High School
1800 Judes Ferry Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 11, 2026
Powhatan, VA Qualifier II
Powhatan High School
1800 Judes Ferry Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 10, 2026
Moorefield, WV Qualifier I
Moorefield High School
401 N Main St, Moorefield, WV 26836
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 11, 2026
Moorefield, WV Qualifier II
Moorefield High School
401 N Main St, Moorefield, WV 26836
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 17, 2026
Alexandria, VA Qualifier I
St. Stephen's & St. Agnes Upper School
1000 St Stephens Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 18, 2026
Alexandria, VA Qualifier II
St. Stephen's & St. Agnes Upper School
1000 St Stephens Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 18, 2026
Norfolk, VA Qualifier
Norfolk Academy
1585 Wesleyan Dr, Norfolk, VA 23502
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 24, 2026
Harrisonburg, VA Qualifier I
Rocktown High School
2970 E Kaylor Park Dr, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
FIRST Tech Challenge
January 25, 2026
Harrisonburg, VA Qualifier II
Rocktown High School
2970 E Kaylor Park Dr, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
FIRST Tech Challenge
March 6-8, 2026
CHS District Alexandria VA Event

Hayfield Secondary School

7630 Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA 22315
FIRST Robotics Competition

March 13-15, 2026
CHS District Glen Allen VA Event
Deep Run High School

4801 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059
FIRST Robotics Competition

March 20-22, 2026
CHS District Chesapeake VA Event

Hickory High School

1996 Hawk Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
FIRST Robotics Competition

March 27-29, 2026
CHS District Blacksburg VA Event

Blacksburg High School

3401 Bruin Ln, Blacksburg, VA 24060

FIRST Robotics Competition

Step Two:

Now that you have an idea of what events are running in your area, please see below for volunteer position descriptions for each program. Can't decide what you'd like to do? No problem. During the registration process there is an "assign as needed" option. We will work with you to find a good fit.

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Event Volunteer Roles

FIRST Tech Challenge Event Volunteer Roles

FIRST Robotics Competition Event Volunteer Roles

If you have questions before completing the volunteer registration process direct them to the contacts below.

FIRST LEGO League Challenge - MD: Rose Young
FIRST LEGO League - VA/DC - K. Ilnitzski
FIRST Tech Challenge (DC/MD/VA: Volunteer with FIRST Chesapeake
FIRST Robotic Challenge (DC/MD/VA): Volunteer with FIRST Chesapeake

Ready to sign up? Go to Step Three.

Step Three:

You will complete the FIRST Event Volunteer registration on the FIRST website. Before you leave this page please make sure you have the following information:

What program(s) you would like to volunteer for (FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, FIRST Robotics Competition)
When the event(s) are taking place
Where the event(s) are taking place
What role(s) you would like to fill. This is optional. You can select "assign as needed".

All set? Go to FIRST Volunteers and follow the directions for Event Volunteers.

Questions about the FIRST volunteer registration process??

Here is the FIRST Volunteer Registration Users Guide

You may also use the contact links above for local support.

Thank you for your willingness to donate your time and talents to nuture the amazing students of FIRST. You will find the FIRST Community supportive and welcoming!

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