RoboBoston, one of the largest celebrations of robots and robotics of its kind, takes place in the innovative Boston Seaport neighborhood on Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28, 2024. More than 50 companies, universities, and student robotics teams will gather to showcase advanced robotics and technology in a series of professional and STEM-related events. RoboBoston will be held at 88 Seaport Blvd, Boston; all events are free and open to the public.

“The world looks to our cluster for innovations and advances in robotics. RoboBoston is a chance to celebrate, recognize and share our robust community. We’re thrilled to grow our Robot Block Party of years past into a robotics celebration that’s larger than ever and engage the community in this showcase of cutting-edge technology,” said Tom Ryden, executive director, MassRobotics. “The excitement from students and families continues to grow. We host many STEM events and student visits at MassRobotics throughout the year; RoboBoston gives students and families a unique, hands-on opportunity to learn about developments in the field and see how robots will impact their lives.”

“We’re excited to once again partner with MassRobotics in hosting RoboBoston, an event which highlights the latest breakthroughs in robotics technology, within the dynamic innovation hub of Seaport. RoboBoston has established itself as a cornerstone neighborhood event and a standout moment for the Massachusetts robotics community. This annual gathering provides a distinct platform for tech innovators and entrepreneurs to showcase their cutting-edge work, while providing enthusiasts and young learners an immersive experience in the world of robotics,” said Ariel Foxman, Vice President of Brand & Experience Boston Seaport by WS Development.

RoboBoston will feature the following events:

• STEM Field Trip Day, September 27 for grades 7-12 that includes interactive activities and demonstrations from robotics companies (must be registered to attend with a class)
• Robotics and AI Technical Career Fair, September 27, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
• VIP networking reception for senior robotics leaders (by invitation: sponsored by J.P. Morgan)
• 2nd Annual Sidewalk Robot Parade leading the way to the Robot Block Party Ribbon Cutting
• The 7^th Annual Robot Block Party, September 28, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: A family-friendly event, free and open to the public

“Massachusetts leads the world in robotics innovation with a high density of robotics startups in close proximity to more than 50 universities,” said Peter Haas, director, department of robotics at the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech). “There are 450+ robotics-focused companies in the greater Boston area that are helping to grow the regional technology economy. We’re happy that MassRobotics is again bringing RoboBoston to life and sharing the excitement of robotics with the community, students, and future roboticists.”

STEM Field Trip Day

The Robotics STEM Field Trip Day is dedicated to hosting students from Boston Public Schools for interactive activities and demonstrations from autonomous mini vehicles, collaborative arms and robotic hands to robotics dogs, bionic birds and butterflies, and a robot chess player. (Reservations to participate are full.)

Robotics and AI Technical Career Fair

The Robotics and AI Technical Career Fair will feature technology companies hosting information sessions where candidates can learn more about each organization, discover open positions, understand what career tracks look like, and schedule interviews. Participating companies are listed on the RoboBoston landing page. Job seekers must register for the event in advance on Eventbritehere. Robotics and AI companies interested in participating in the career fair should contact MassRobotics at info@massrobotics.org.

Robot Sidewalk Parade

In its second year, the fun, exciting, and crowd-favorite Robot Sidewalk Parade will feature rolling, crawling, and walking robots making their way from 1 Seaport Courtyard to 88 Seaport Blvd for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to launch this year’s 7th-annual Robot Block Party. The parade will begin at 10:45 on September 28.

Robot Block Party

The 7^th Annual Robot Block Party will take place on September 28, 2024, where the public can see and interact with exciting technology, including drones, collaborative robots, humanoids, robot dogs and flying bionic birds. There will be opportunities to fly through a drone obstacle course, drive an underwater robot, control a collaborative robot arm, and drive a robot dog.

The event is made possible with sponsorship from EF Explore America, the MITRE Corporation, MassTech Collaborative, Segway Navimow, Skanska, Arrow, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute, with the support and collaboration of Boston Seaport by WS Development. More details can be found here.

“We are thrilled to participate in the MassRobotics Block Party, where we have the opportunity to showcase our cutting-edge autonomous electric robotic mower. This event allows us to engage with the community and demonstrate our commitment to innovative, eco-friendly solutions that enhance everyday life,” said Tony Ho, Vice President of Segway Navimow.

About MassRobotics

MassRobotics is the largest independent robotics hub dedicated to accelerating robotics innovation, commercialization and adoption. Our mission is to help create and scale the next generation of successful robotics and AI technology companies by providing entrepreneurs and startups with the workspace, resources, programming and connections they need to develop, prototype, test and scale their products and solutions. While MassRobotics originated and is headquartered in Boston, we reach and support robotics acceleration and adoption globally and work with startups, academia, industry, and governments both domestically and internationally. See massrobotics.org for details.

About Boston Seaport by WS

Culture, industry and community converge making Boston’s Seaport district a dynamic and vibrant area that has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting neighborhoods and destinations in the country. Seaport is currently Boston’s single largest development project. WS Development is transforming 33 acres of waterfront land with a carefully selected mix of residential, hotel, office, retail, entertainment, civic and cultural uses, and public open space across the district. Combining the best of historic and modern-day Boston, Seaport is the destination for fashion, culture, arts, dining and entertainment, and technology and life sciences, expanding Boston’s position as one of the top cities in the world for innovation, science, and quality of life. For more information visitwww.boston seaport.xyz, follow Boston Seaport on Facebook, and @SeaportBos on Instagram and Twitter.

About WS Development

Massachusetts-based WS Development is a mixed-use developer with a singular mission: creating places people want to be. With an approach that values art, science, innovation and, above all else, people, WS strives to engage each community it serves with best-in-class experiences, designed with our customers, tenants and partners in mind. Established in 1990, WS is one of few vertically-integrated real estate companies that conceptualizes, owns, operates and leases more than 100 properties that range from cutting-edge urban spaces to lifestyle and community centers. With over 22 million square feet of existing space and an additional nine million square feet under development, it is one of the largest privately-owned development firms in the country. For more information, visit www.wsdevelopment.com, call (617) 232-8900 or follow WS Development on LinkedIn.