Creative & Design
Animatronics
- Category
- Creative & Design
- Participation
- Team of 2 to 6
- Level
- National
Design and build a mechanical device that uses sound, lights, and movement to tell a story.
This is a short summary. Always check the official TSA rules for the full event requirements before you compete.
2026-27 Theme
Turning classic tales into a mechanical marvel. Bring a story to life following the Animatronics rules.
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