ENJOYAI 2026
American Open
The premier international robotics and AI competition for kids and teens ages 3 to 22. Inspire STEM learning and build practical AI skills.
Date
July 18 - 20, 2026
Venue
Markham, Ontario, Canada
Official Poster
ENJOYAI 2026 American Open
Download and share the official event poster with your team, school, and community.
About the Event
Where Young Innovators Compete
ENJOY AI is an international robotics and coding competition designed to inspire STEM learning and practical AI skills for kids and teens.
Hands-On Robotics
Build, program, and compete with real robots in challenging scenarios designed to push creativity and technical skills.
Practical AI Skills
Learn real-world AI concepts through competition-based learning, from autonomous navigation to problem-solving algorithms.
Ages 3 to 22
Inclusive categories for every skill level, from pre-schoolers taking their first coding steps to high school engineers.
International Community
Connect with teams from around the world, share ideas, and forge lasting friendships in the global STEM community.
Hosted by
Canadian National Robotic Society
CNRS is at the forefront of robotics education in Canada, empowering the next generation of innovators through competitions, workshops, and community programs.
Competition Leagues
Choose Your Category
Four exciting competition categories spanning all age groups, from pre-schoolers to high school students.
Inventions Trail
Design and build innovative robots that solve real-world problems. Showcase creativity and engineering skills through inventive solutions.
Register for this categoryAge Divisions
Elementary
Middle School
High School
4
Categories
10
Age Divisions
20+
Countries
Important Dates
Event Timeline
Mark these key dates to ensure your team is ready for the competition.
Qualification Material Deadline
Submit your team's qualification material
Team Notifications
Qualified teams will be notified
Early Bird Payment
USD $450 per team (best rate)
Regular Payment
USD $500 per team
Late Payment (Final Deadline)
USD $600 per team - no extensions
ENJOYAI 2026 American Open
Competition days at Markham Pan Am Centre
Location
The Venue
Markham Pan Am Centre
York University Markham Campus
Address
16 Main St Unionville, Markham, ON L3R 0W7, Canada
Facility
A multi-purpose community centre that hosted events for the 2015 Pan American Games, offering world-class facilities.
Getting There
Located in the Greater Toronto Area, easily accessible from Toronto Pearson International Airport. Airport shuttle available.
Pricing
Registration Fees
All fees in USD. Secure your spot early to get the best rate.
Team Registration
Up to 2 members + 1 coach per team
| Period | Deadline | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | By May 30, 2026 | $450 |
| Regular | By June 10, 2026 | $500 |
| Late | By June 15, 2026 | $600 |
Parent / Chaperone
Additional registration required per person
| Period | Deadline | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | By May 30, 2026 | $150 |
| Regular | By June 10, 2026 | $200 |
| Late | By June 15, 2026 | $300 |
Payment Methods
PayPal (preferred) or Wire Transfer (USD). Registration is complete once full payment is received.
Get in Touch
Contact Us
Have questions about registration, visas, or the competition? We are here to help.
Organized by