BuckFest 2026 feat. Big Buck World Championship XIX

Get ready, Milwaukee—BuckFest 2026 is rolling into Brew City!
We’re taking over Turner Hall Ballroom (1040 Vel R. Phillips Ave) on October 23rd & 24th for the ultimate arcade showdown and all-out Big Buck Hunter celebration. Whether you're here to compete, play free arcade games, or soak in the energy—this two-day festival has it all.

The event will feature:

• Big Buck World Championship XIX with over $125,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs.
• Big Buck Amateur Open Tournament open to players 13+ who have never competed in a Big Buck World Championship.
• Classic Milwaukee eats and brews.
• FREE arcade games with unlimited plays.
• Pop-up market with local vendors so you can rep your favorite Brew City finds—and so much more

BuckFest is FREE, open to all ages, and packed with non-stop action. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, so bring your crew and come hungry for fun.

Want to party like a player? Upgrade your experience and GO VIP for unlimited food, drinks, and full access to the exclusive player VIP lounge. Grab your two-day VIP pass and get right in the heart of the action.

Mark your calendar—October 23rd & 24th—because BuckFest 2026 is going to be legendary.

This is it—the moment every hunter’s been waiting for.The main event of BuckFest 2026 is Big Buck World Championship XIX—an epic two-day tournament where the top 128 sharpshooters from the U.S., Canada, and Australia battle it out for glory, Pappy’s Jug, and a jaw-dropping $125,000 prize pool, including a $25,000 grand prize for the ultimate champ!

Make your mark on the biggest Big Buck Hunter stage in the world, !

The Big Buck World Championship features an in-person, head-to-head, double-elimination tournament. Each round is one trek of furious hunting, with the championship round being a full three trek adventure. The last hunter standing will hoist the coveted Pappy's Jug and walk away with a giant check for $25,000!

Every participant walks away from the weekend with a cash prize, whether they finish in first place or 128th place. The Ladies Division and Rookie Division provide additional payouts to the sixteen highest-placing women and eight highest-placing first-time competitors in the tournament, respectively.

Think you’ve got sharp aim and steady hands? Prove it in the Big Buck Amateur Open! This is your shot to show off your hunting skills, win valuable prizes, and get a taste of the action— FREE TO ENTER. Open to players 13+ who’ve never competed in the Big Buck World Championship, the Amateur Open is the perfect way to step into the wild world of competitive Big Buck Hunter.

Whether you're a casual hunter or a rising sharpshooter, now's your chance to see how you stack up. But spots are limited, so act fast!

• Register to compete on-site on Fri, October 23rd.
• Tournament is held on Sat, October 24th.
• Only 32 first-come-first-served spots available.
• Make sure to get there early to register ON FRIDAY.
• The winner will receive a Big Buck cash card to continue sharpening their technique even after the event!

Can't make it to Milwaukee? Watch BuckFest 2026 and Big Buck World Championship XIX from your local bar or basement. Every single match and moment of the two-day event is streamed live at , where you can also follow up-to-the-minute tournament results.

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