Contests & Competitions

Test your skills, show your creativity, and compete for amazing prizes in our exciting contest lineup

Competition Overview

12+ Unique Contests
$5,000+ Total Prize Value
All Levels Skill Categories

From speed challenges to creative competitions, Nerdi Gras offers contests for every type of geek! Whether you're a master builder, trivia champion, artistic genius, or just love to have fun, there's a competition waiting for you.

Main Event
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LEGO Speed Building Championship

Race against time to build mystery LEGO sets! Multiple rounds with increasing difficulty culminating in an epic final challenge.

When: Friday, 4:00 PM
Duration: 45 minutes
Participants: 20 builders
Age Groups: Kids, Teens, Adults

Prizes:

  • 🥇 1st Place: $500 LEGO gift card + Trophy
  • 🥈 2nd Place: $300 LEGO gift card
  • 🥉 3rd Place: $150 LEGO gift card
  • 🏆 All participants get exclusive Nerdi Gras brick sets
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Ultimate Geek Trivia Championship

Test your knowledge across gaming, sci-fi, fantasy, comics, and pop culture in our ultimate trivia showdown!

When: Saturday, 2:00 PM
Format: Team-based (3-4 people)
Rounds: 5 themed rounds

Prizes:

  • 🥇 Winning Team: $1000 split + Gaming gear
  • 🥈 2nd Place: $600 split + Collectibles
  • 🥉 3rd Place: $400 split + Gift cards
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Digital Art Speed Challenge

Create amazing digital artwork in just 60 minutes! Themes revealed at the start. Tablets and software provided.

When: Friday, 11:00 AM
Time Limit: 60 minutes
Tools: Provided or BYOD

Prizes:

  • 🥇 1st Place: Professional drawing tablet
  • 🥈 2nd Place: Art software bundle
  • 🥉 3rd Place: Digital art accessories

All Competitions

🏗️ Building & Crafting Contests

LEGO Speed Building Championship

Race to build mystery sets in our flagship building competition.

Friday 4:00 PM

Minecraft Build Battle

Creative mode building contest with live audience voting.

Saturday 10:00 AM

Cardboard Mech Challenge

Build wearable cardboard mechs from provided materials.

Thursday 7:00 PM

🧠 Knowledge & Trivia

Ultimate Geek Trivia Championship

Multi-round team trivia covering all aspects of geek culture.

Saturday 2:00 PM

Anime Knowledge Bowl

Specialized trivia focusing on anime and manga.

Friday 1:00 PM

Retro Gaming Quiz

Test your knowledge of classic video games and systems.

Saturday 11:00 AM

🎨 Creative & Artistic

Digital Art Speed Challenge

Create digital masterpieces in just 60 minutes.

Friday 11:00 AM

Fan Art Showcase

Display your best fan art for community voting.

All Weekend

Pixel Art Challenge

Create amazing pixel art using limited color palettes.

Thursday 8:00 PM

🎤 Performance & Entertainment

Geek Karaoke Championship

Sing your favorite anime, game, and movie theme songs.

Friday 9:00 PM

Voice Acting Contest

Perform scripted scenes and showcase your voice talent.

Saturday 3:00 PM

Comedy Roast Battle

Family-friendly roasting of beloved franchises and characters.

Saturday 8:00 PM

How to Participate

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Registration

Most contests require advance registration. Sign up at the Registration Desk or online through your convention badge portal.

  • Registration opens Thursday morning
  • Some contests allow day-of registration
  • Team contests can register as groups
  • Age restrictions apply to some events
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Prizes & Awards

All contests feature awesome prizes including cash, gift cards, exclusive merchandise, and trophies.

  • Prizes range from $50 to $1000 value
  • All participants receive participation rewards
  • Winners get custom Nerdi Gras trophies
  • Some contests offer sponsor prizes
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Fair Play

All contests follow strict fair play guidelines to ensure everyone has a great experience.

  • Professional judges for all major contests
  • Clear rules provided before each event
  • Disputes handled by contest coordinators
  • Code of Conduct applies to all competitions
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Equipment & Materials

Most materials are provided, but some contests allow or encourage bringing your own tools.

  • Building materials provided for construction contests
  • Digital tools available for art contests
  • BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) encouraged
  • No outside assistance during timed events

Contest Schedule

7:00 PM

Cardboard Mech Challenge

Build wearable cardboard mechs - Workshop Room B

8:00 PM

Pixel Art Challenge

Limited color palette artwork - Art Studio

9:00 PM

Icebreaker Trivia

Warm-up trivia to kick off the weekend - Main Stage

11:00 AM

Digital Art Speed Challenge

60-minute digital art creation - Art Studio

1:00 PM

Anime Knowledge Bowl

Specialized anime and manga trivia - Panel Room 2

4:00 PM

LEGO Speed Building Championship

Main building competition - Contest Stage

9:00 PM

Geek Karaoke Championship

Sing your favorite theme songs - Main Stage

10:00 AM

Minecraft Build Battle

Creative mode building contest - Gaming Area

11:00 AM

Retro Gaming Quiz

Classic video game knowledge - Panel Room 1

2:00 PM

Ultimate Geek Trivia Championship

Main trivia event with big prizes - Main Stage

3:00 PM

Voice Acting Contest

Showcase your voice talent - Performance Stage

8:00 PM

Comedy Roast Battle

Family-friendly franchise roasting - Main Stage

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Ready to Compete?

Join us at Nerdi Gras 2026 for the most exciting contest lineup in Atlanta! Whether you're competing or cheering, the fun is guaranteed.

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