Hickory Bot Battles

The destructive battles continue on September 12 th from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and on
September 13 th from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. Catawba Science Center is proud to host the 8th annual
Hickory Bot Battles combat robot competition featuring over 100 competitive combat robot builders,
some weighing up to three pounds, fighting to the "death" in the 8’ x 8’ bulletproof arena. This event is fun for all ages! North Carolina's largest combat robot event is a great opportunity for families or
individuals interested in robotics to watch competitors from across the country, often including teams
that have previously competed on the BattleBots TV show. Watch exciting 2-minute battles for the small
bots on Friday and the larger ones on Saturday, meet the builders, and cheer on your favorites. 
Tickets must be purchased for each day separately in person or online at:                      www.catawbascience.org/hbb. Admission to the Science Center is not included; non-members who
purchase tickets to Battle Bots can add CSC admission for 1/2 price the day of their event. Friday ticket
pricing is $3.50 for Members and $6.50 for Nonmembers. Saturday pricing is $6.50 for Members and
$9.50 for Nonmembers.