Battle Born Blades Tournament – May 16 & 17, 2026

Battle Born Blades is Northern Nevada’s premier sword-fighting event, featuring some of the top sword-fighters in the US and Canada.

Want to Spectate? Here’s what you need to know:

  • Dates: May 16 & 17, 2026

  • Time: The fighting starts at around 1:15 pm each day; with Finals starting around 6:30.

  • Location: Carson City Community Center (851 E. Williams Street, Carson City)

  • Cost: $20 for adults $15 for adults who register early! $5 for children under 13.

  • Tickets are good for the entire weekend; no need to buy separate tickets for each day!

  • There will be sword & apparel vendors on site

  • Saturday’s weapons include rapier and broadsword. Sunday’s weapons include smallsword and longsword.

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HEMA Fencers at a tournament with longswords