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Paul Bunyan Classic
Wrestling
DATE
February 8, 2026
Location
Superior Dome - Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Ave
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)
SCHEDULE
9:00 AM - Doors open and check-in begins
10:00 AM - Wrestling starts
Host
MYWAY U.P. Elite
EVENT TYPE/INFORMATION
Open (novice not offered)
Concessions will be available
Click here to view the event flyer.
ELIGIBILITY
MYWAY membership is not required; open to everyone!
Cost
$20 for MYWAY wrestlers
$25 for non-MYWAY members
REGISTRATION
Registration will open on the MYWAY website starting Monday, February 2 at 9:00 pm
Registration will close on Thursday, February 5 at 10:00 pm
ADMISSIONS
$6/adult
$3/child
State Games of Michigan Waiver
All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.
To access this link, please click here.
merchandise
2026 Winter Games Merchandise
The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.
EVENT SPONSORS/HOSTS
NMU National Training Site
MYWAY Wrestling - Far North
Northern Michigan University Women’s Wrestling
U.P. Elite Wrestling Club
Prepare for the Games
Click each title for more information
OPENING CEREMONY
Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.
All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.
Hotel
Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.
Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)
MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION
Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.
STATE GAMES OF AMERICA
This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athlete who places 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.
Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.
