*Schedule and event details are subject to change prior to registration release.

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Schedule
Friday 4th June 2027 - Schedule
10:00    Doors Open
10:50    Championship Briefing
11:00    Individual: Challenge 1
12:15    Challenge 1 Ends
13:30    Individual: Challenge 2
14:45    Challenge 2 Ends
15:45    Individual: Challenge 3
17:00    Challenge 3 Ends

Saturday 5th June 2027 - Schedule
10:00    Doors Open
10:50    Championship Briefing
11:00    Individual: Challenge 4
12:15    Challenge 4 Ends
13:30    Individual: Challenge 5
14:45    Challenge 5 Ends
15:30    Awards Ceremony

Individual Championship Challenges

• Puzzle images are selected by organisers to test specific skills associated with each Challenge.

• Shrink-wrap and stickers will be removed/cut before puzzles are placed on tables. Competitors do not need to bring tools.

In each Challenge, Competitors will:

• Receive an unreleased puzzle in an opaque bag.

• Open the puzzle only when instructed. If there is an issue with your puzzle, raise your hand for event staff.

• Assemble as much of the puzzle as possible within the allocated time.

• Receive a recorded time for each Challenge.

• Earn a rank for each Challenge.

• Receive an overall score on the leaderboard.

• Compete in all five Challenges, with no elimination rounds.

Challenge 1 - Image: Colour Gradient
500 pieces - Brand to be announced
The puzzle image contains a smooth, gradual transition between shades and colours.

 

Challenge 2 - Image: Repetition
500 pieces -Brand to be announced
The puzzle image contains colours, patterns, textures or details which appear repeatedly.

 

Challenge 3 - Image: Detailed
500 pieces - Brand to be announced
The puzzle image contains many feature items and details.

 

Challenge 4 - Format: Random Cut
500 pieces - Boardwalk
The puzzle features irregularly shaped pieces with a non-standard cut pattern.

 

Challenge 5 - Unboxed Puzzle
500 pieces - Speedmaster
The puzzle pieces will be provided in a sealed bag without the box. The puzzle box will be given to competitors after the

Challenge concludes.

 

Championship Briefing

• The mandatory Championship Briefing begins at 10:50 and will lead directly into Challenge 1 at 11:00.

• Rules will not be repeated before each Challenge.

• Competitors are responsible for understanding the rules before competing.

 

Competition Zone

• Only competitors, staff and authorised media personnel may enter the Competition Zone.

• Your table allocation will be emailed before the event and will remain the same for all Challenges.

• Seating allocations are fixed and cannot be changed or swapped.

• Working space is 90 cm × 75 cm per Competitor. Competitors will share tables.

• Permitted equipment: puzzle box lid holders and up to two sorting trays, each no larger than A4 size.

• Competitors may use headphones.

• Only beverages with secure lids are permitted. No food or unsealed drinks are allowed, except where required for health reasons.

• Aisles must remain clear. Bags and bulky items must be left in the nearby Spectator Zone. Small personal items may be left at competition tables between Challenges; however, all personal items remain the competitor's responsibility.

• Competitors must be seated at their assigned table 10 minutes before each Challenge.

• Puzzle bags/boxes must remain untouched and unopened until instructed.

• Puzzles must be completed directly on the table surface or sorting trays. Mats and templates are not permitted.

• Pieces dropped on the floor will remain where they fall. Timekeepers will not retrieve dropped pieces.

• Puzzle bags placed in the aisle will be collected by timekeepers. Any pieces remaining inside will be placed on the floor where the bag was collected.

• Competitors must respect each other’s space. Disruptive behaviour will result in a verbal warning and may result in disqualification if it continues.

• Competitors may temporarily leave the Competition Zone during a Challenge. The Challenge and official timer will continue. Substitutions are not permitted.

• Once a Competitor’s time has been recorded for all puzzles in the session, they must leave the Competition Zone.

• Roving cameras will operate within the Competition Zone. Upon registration, competitors consent to appearing in livestreams, social media content and photographs.

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Spectator Zone

• Spectators are welcome and encouraged to attend. No ticket or entry fee is required.

• Grandstands surround the Competition Zone for optimal viewing.

• Spectators must be respectful of competitors while Challenges are in progress; however, cheering for finishes is encouraged.

Time Recording - Completed Puzzles

• Times will be recorded by official timekeepers.

• A 5-second penalty applies per missing piece when a Competitor declares completion.

• If two or more adjacent pieces are missing, this is considered a manufacturing defect and no penalty applies.

• Competitors may not declare “time” or “complete” before the allocated time concludes unless all available pieces are fully assembled.

• Only the time recorded by official timekeepers according to the official timer will be submitted. Personal timers are for personal use only.

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Time Recording - Incomplete Puzzles

• When the time limit expires, Competitors must immediately stop puzzling.

• Timekeepers will count remaining pieces.

• Connected groups of three or more pieces will be counted as assembled. Single pieces and groups of two pieces will be counted as incomplete.

• Groups of 2 pieces will be counted as 2 remaining pieces.

• Remaining pieces incur a 5-second penalty each, added to the final time.

• A Competitor who does not attend a Challenge will receive a score of the total allocated time plus a penalty for every puzzle piece. They will also forfeit the puzzle from that Challenge.
   

Scoring & Leaderboard
Times from all Challenges are added together to form a cumulative total time.
A live leaderboard will be updated after each Challenge.
The competitor with the lowest cumulative time after all Challenges will be crowned the Individual World Series Champion.

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Registration & Eligibility

Registration details and dates coming soon

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• Maximum entries: 350 Individuals.

• Competitors of all nationalities are eligible to compete.

• Minimum age: 10 years.

• Competitors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian, who does not need to compete. 

• The names of registered competitors will be published on the event website.

• Registrations are non-refundable, except where a refund may be granted for medical circumstances.

• Registrations are non-transferable.

• If sold out, refunds may be considered to release registrations to the waitlist; a $20 (CAD) administration fee applies.

• If the event is cancelled or postponed, refunds will be issued. Travel and accommodation costs will not be reimbursed.

• Reasonable accommodations will be made where possible for competitors with accessibility requirements. Please contact us as early as possible to discuss your requirements.

• Service animals are permitted. Pets are not permitted.

Prizes
1st: $4,000  + Trophy + Puzzle
 2nd: $3,000 + Trophy + Puzzle
 3rd: $2,000 + Trophy + Puzzle
 4th: $1,000 + Trophy + Puzzle
 5th: $500 + Trophy + Puzzle
 6th–10th: $300 + Medal + Puzzle

All cash prizes are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD).