Rube Goldberg Machine Contest
10:00am Public Viewing of Machines and ask teams Questions
11:00am Competition begins Live Stream Viewing at Stage
Awards announced after competition on stage. No later than 1:30pm
SEE will host a regional Rube Goldberg Machine Contest on March 28, 2026. This contest is a renowned STEM event that challenges students to innovate, collaborate, and bring engineering concepts to life. This engaging competition serves as a stepping stone to the prestigious Rube Goldberg Machine Contest World Championship, offering participants an unforgettable educational journey, while serving as the lowest cost STEM contest in the nation!
About Rube Goldberg, Inc. – The Rube Goldberg Machine Contest (RGMC) is named after Rube Goldberg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist, engineer, and inventor, known for his humorous illustrations of overly complex machines. The competition continues his legacy by inspiring students worldwide to combine artistry with engineering ingenuity.
Spectators are welcome to watch the contest with paid admission to SEE.
