For those of you new to cubing, WELCOME!

We wanted to let you know this event is great for cubers of any age and experience. We just ask you know a couple things before coming to compete.

First, please be familiar with the WCA Regulations, found here:
https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/regulations/

We have a video made specifically for new cubers, just to show them the basics of competing. This video will explain most of what any cuber competing for the first time will need to know.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dSuMG--wm8

If you have any questions after this video, we will be having a new competitor tutorial, Saturday morning of the competition. That would be the perfect time to ask those questions and clear up any confusion. Also, feel free to email the organization team, we are happy to help.

If you are stoked to compete and ready to sign up, head over to the registration tab, click register, and fill out the information it asks for. This will help you get set up in the WCA's system and one step closer to your first official solve!

FAQ:

Q: Do I use my own cube to compete?

A: Yes. You are responsible for your own hardware in order to compete.

Q: What is the normal age of competitors at these events?

A: All ages are welcome, but in general competitors are between 10 and 20 years old. Don't let this stop you though, everyone can and should cube!

Q: What is the competition like?

A: Competitions are a bunch of tables where cubers like us get to sit and discuss our favorite thing, cubes! Of course in addition there is competing, which will occupy one side of the competition hall, where you will see lots of timers flickering with contestants and new personal bests. Most competitions have a break for lunch, and the competing is split up into groups, as to better organize who competes when (check the Groups tab and listen at the competition for more info on this).

Q: How do I find results?

A: All results are posted on the WCA page a couple of days after the competition finishes. However, for the day of competing, go to live.worldcubeassociation.org to find information about current events. This is also where you will find information about 2nd rounds of events.

Q: Why am I not on the registration list yet?

A: Make sure you pay your entrance fee in order to be placed on the registered list, which will also guarantee you a spot in the competition. If payment may be an issue, or you are not sure if you can attend, use the contact button to talk to us, and see if we can work out another payment strategy. No matter what your situation may be however, please register online. It is much easier for us to have you register now and pay later, than to have to input information at another time.

Q: Are there age divisions?

A: No. All competitors compete in the same group. There are no age or gender divisions.

Q: Can I have fun at this event?

A: Definitely! Cubing is amazing, and we sincerely hope you enjoy the competition!

Registration Process

Before You Register
All prospective registrants need a WCA account. New competitors can create their own WCA account by clicking here and entering the required information.

How to Register Online
Prospective competitors register by:
1. Signing into their WCA account;
2. Clicking "Register" on the left side of this webpage, selecting the events they would like to compete in, and submitting their registration;
3. Paying the registration fee of $40.00. (The registration fee is the same regardless of how many events are selected.) Your registration is not complete until you have paid the registration fee.

The competitor limit for this competition is 110. The list of approved competitors can be found by clicking "Competitors" on the left side of this webpage. If there are already 110 competitors on that list, it means the competition is full, and any future registrants will be placed on the waitlist.

Competitors MUST register and pay online in order to compete. No at-the-door registrations or payments will be accepted.

Any requested changes to registration before Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT will be honored. Your registration is not complete until your name shows up on the list.

How to Pay for Registration Online
Payment is processed through Stripe. Click on the "Register" tab on the left side of the webpage to register and pay all in one place! You can start the payment process by clicking "Pay your fees with card."

Refunds
Approved competitors who cancel their registration before Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT are eligible for a refund for half (50%) of their registration cost. After this date, no refund requests will be honored. Attempting to file a chargeback for the registration fee will lead to being blacklisted from future WCA events.

Waitlist Information
We will be keeping a waitlist for this competition. To secure a place on the waitlist once 110 competitors have paid, simply pay the registration fee. If a competitor emails us to drop out before Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT you will be notified if you are the next competitor on the waitlist. After that deadline, all remaining competitors on the waitlist will be emailed letting them know they did not get off the waitlist and will be fully refunded.

This event will take place in The Avenue at American Dream Mall.
Due to the limited space, each competitor can bring at most 1 guest in order to maintain safety and manage the pace of the competition. This will be strictly enforced to ensure we can provide a pleasant experience to all competitors.
Guests are welcome to explore around the American Dream Mall.

When you arrive, you will receive a card with personalized information detailing your events and what group you will be competing in for each event. In addition, you will also have judging/scrambling assignments on your card. If you do not arrive to help during your scheduled event, and there are not enough staff members, we reserve the right to disqualify you from competing.

Groups will be updated once registration is finalized.

This event will take place on the 1st Floor of The Avenue, located inside American Dream mall.

The competition will be held by the water fountain outside the Amouage store​.

American Dream Mall Map
MAP - Click here

American Dream Mall Parking Lot B/C
Directions - Click Here

From George Washington Bridge
Take the George Washington Bridge to the New Jersey Turnpike South. Take the Turnpike's western spur to one of American Dream’s exits, 16W or 18W.

From Lincoln Tunnel
Take the Lincoln Tunnel and follow signs for Route 3 West. Take Route 3 West to American Dream.

Parking
Pre-Paid Parking Pass - Click Here

Public Transportation
NJ Transit to The American Dream Mall - Click Here
Service from New York City
On weekends, NJ TRANSIT offers hourly express service from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Return service to Port Authority Bus Terminal departs (PABT) American Dream Mall (ADM) hourly from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.

Thank you to TheCubicle, who will be providing prizes for this competition!

This competition is being held in the Mid-Atlantic Region (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV). See the regions on CubingUSA's website.

• Join the Mid-Atlantic Speedcubing Discord server
• Follow the Mid-Atlantic Speedcubing Instagram account
• Join the Tri-State Cubing Facebook group (NJ, NY, PA)
• See the Mid-Atlantic Region Organizational Spreadsheet
• See upcoming competitions:
  • in Delaware
  • in Maryland
  • in New Jersey
  • in New York
  • in Pennsylvania
  • in Virginia
  • in West Virginia

Notice of Filming and Photography:
Please note that filming and photography will take place at the event. By entering the event premises, you acknowledge that you have been informed you may be photographed and recorded for media to be used in any format for any purpose worldwide in perpetuity by Mid-Atlantic Speedcubing, the WCA, and their partners and representatives. Further, by your presence, you grant permission for your likeness and voice to be included therein without compensation, credit, or other consideration. If you do not wish to be photographed, recorded, or appear under these conditions, you should not enter the event premises.

Stationary/Fixed Seating with Running Judges

In this format, there is no competitor waiting area and competitors will complete all their solves for the round at the same solving station. Each solving station is numbered and a cube cover will be already at the station with a matching number.

1. When the competitor’s group is called, the competitor goes up to that stage’s scorecard table and collects their scorecard.
2. Competitor goes to any open solving station with their scorecard and puzzle.
3. If there are no open stations, please wait a couple of minutes or see a Delegate to see if there are open stations at other stages. A station may open up as competitors from the previous group finish.
4. Competitor makes sure they have the correct numbered cover at their station. Competitor puts their puzzle and their scorecard in the numbered cube cover and holds it for a “running judge” to pick up. Competitor will stay in this spot throughout the entire round.
5. Running judge takes the cube cover(s) to the scramblers.
6. Running judge drops off their puzzle(s) and takes the next available scrambled puzzle to the corresponding competitor/station based on the number on the cube cover and proceeds to judge their attempt. NOTE: The running judge may not be judging the same competitor each time.
7. After each attempt, the running judge packs the solved cube and competitor scorecard in the cube cover and brings this to the scramblers.
8. Repeat this process until all competitors in the group have completed all their attempts.