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Watching the 2026 USBC
Open Championships

Everything you need to know about tickets, parking, and schedules for Reno's biggest bowling event.

DatesMar 14 – Jul 19, 2026
LocationNational Bowling Stadium
AdmissionFREE(Most sessions)
Squad ScheduleParking Tips
2026 USBC Open Championships Spectator Guide - Shows free admission policy for daily squads, special event pricing ($10-$25), spectator schedule with team times (11:30 AM, 7:45 PM) and doubles/singles times (7:00 AM, 3:15 PM, 11:30 PM), and parking info for National Bowling Stadium Garage
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No Tickets Needed — It's FREE

The answer everyone's been searching for

✅ The Rule

For daily Open Championships squads (Team, Doubles, and Singles), there are no physical tickets or digital QR codes. Entry to the stadium gallery is free and open to the public. Just walk in.

⚠️ The Exception

Only special "TV Finals" or Youth/Collegiate events (like the Intercollegiate Championships in April) require a paid spectator pass.

🎟️ How to Buy (Exceptions Only)

Paid passes for these specific events are sold on-site only at the NBS Box Office, starting one hour before the event begins. They are NOT available on Ticketmaster or Bowl.com.

Spectator Schedule — When to Go

To see the most action, aim for these squad start times:

TeamTeam Competition

11:30 AMMorning squad
7:45 PMEvening squad

D&SDoubles & Singles

7:00 AMEarly birds
3:15 PMAfternoon
11:30 PMLate night

📅 Competition runs daily including weekends through July 19.

Parking — The Local Hack

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The Move: NBS Garage (4th Street Entrance)

Park in the National Bowling Stadium Garage — entrance on 4th Street. It's the most direct access to the venue. Skip the casino garages which add a 15-minute "search and walk" from the casino core.

🏆 Pro Tip: Best Seats

Once inside, head to the 4th Floor for the best stadium-seat views of all 78 lanes. Seating is open — first come, first served.

Quick Facts

Teams Registered

10,400+

Biggest since 2011

Economic Impact

$80M

For the region

Lanes

78

Largest in the world

Where to Stay

The National Bowling Stadium is in downtown Reno, steps from the casinos. Most teams stay at the casino-hotels for walkability.

Closest to NBS

Circus Circus, Eldorado, Silver Legacy — all connected via skybridge, 5-min walk

Budget Options

Sands Regency, Whitney Peak (non-gaming), motels on 4th St

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Where to Eat

Skip the casino buffets. Downtown and Midtown have legitimate local restaurants within walking distance or a quick Uber.

Quick Bites

Pine State Biscuits, Peg's, Michael's Deli

Team Dinners

Campo Reno, The Depot, La Strada

Post-Game Drinks

Death & Taxes, Chapel Tavern, Shim's

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need tickets to watch the USBC Open Championships?▾
No! For regular daily squads (Team, Doubles, Singles), admission is FREE and open to the public. No tickets, no QR codes needed — just walk in. Only special TV Finals and Youth/Collegiate events require paid passes.
When is the USBC Open Championships in Reno?▾
March 14 through July 19, 2026. Competition runs daily including weekends, with multiple squad times throughout the day.
Where is the USBC Open Championships held?▾
The National Bowling Stadium at 300 N Center St in Downtown Reno — the largest bowling stadium in the world with 78 lanes.
What are the squad times for the USBC Open Championships?▾
Team Competition: 11:30 AM & 7:45 PM. Doubles & Singles: 7:00 AM, 3:15 PM, & 11:30 PM. Competition runs daily including weekends.
Where should I park for the National Bowling Stadium?▾
The National Bowling Stadium Garage (entrance on 4th Street) is the best option — direct access to the venue. Avoid the casino garages which add a 15-minute walk.
Where are the best seats to watch?▾
Head to the 4th Floor for the best stadium-seat views of all 78 lanes. Seating is open — first come, first served.
How do I buy tickets for special events?▾
Paid passes for TV Finals and Youth/Collegiate events are sold on-site only at the NBS Box Office, starting one hour before the event. They are NOT available on Ticketmaster or Bowl.com.

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