The 21st International Robot Contest (IRC) takes place on November 13–14, 2026, in West Halls 2 and 3 of EXCO, at 10 Exco-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu. The official overview names the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources and Daegu Metropolitan City as hosts and the Korea Institute for Robot Industry Advancement as organizer. It lists 12 competition categories, opening and award ceremonies, and hands-on activities. Participants include robot-development organizations, students and individuals.
The competition program is spread across two days. The official timetable lists intelligent humanoids, robot wrestling, manipulators, school-level robot algorithms and some autonomous-driving challenges on November 13. Controlled humanoids, battle robots, an energy-solutions robot contest and other autonomous mission events are listed for November 14. Check the detailed timetable for the category you want to see.
General visitors can find a separate 'Visitor Registration' menu on the IRC website; competitor registration is a different form. This verification did not establish uniform public opening and closing hours, general admission fees or the precise entry procedure after registration. Recheck the organizer's latest notices and per-category schedules before traveling.