​Highlights

• The Memphis Canstruction Jr. competition will be held in-person at the University Center on the University of Memphis Main campus on Friday, November 6, 2026.

• The competition will involve design in Tinkercad of a structure built of canned food. The design must be detailed with specific can/label information.  

• The spirit of the event will remain unchanged, with the goal of engaging students in a design challenge while benefiting people in need in our community.  

• The theme for this year’s competition is Full Steam Ahead: The Future of Motion!  Imagine transportation of tomorrow — next-gen trains, ports, drones, whatever you can dream up! 

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Timeline​

• September 30: Registration closes

• October 9: Submission form due

• Week of October 19 - Sponsor funds distributed

• November 6, 2026: Build day at the University of Memphis Main Campus

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