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44TH ANNUALEAST COAST FOOTBAGCHAMPIONSHIPS

Four straight decades of footbag at one of NYC’s best parks. Independence Day weekend, two days, all levels — and you don’t have to be a player to be a part of it.

When
July 4–5
2026
Where
McCarren Park
Brooklyn, NY
Host
NYFA
IFPAMember Club

EVENTS

Freestyle, net, and side events for all skill levels. Whether you’re competing or just kicking around, there’s something for you.

Freestyle Circle

Players form a circle and take turns showing off their best tricks. Judged on difficulty, variety, and style.

Freestyle Routines

Choreographed solo or doubles routines set to music. The pinnacle of competitive footbag freestyle.

Net Singles

One-on-one over a 5-foot net. Think volleyball meets hacky sack. Fast, athletic, and intense.

Net Doubles

Two-on-two net play. Teamwork, strategy, and power — the most exciting spectator event.

Side Events

Consecutive kicks, trick contests, beginner workshops, and more. Open to everyone, no registration needed.

SCHEDULE

Preliminary schedule — subject to change.

Saturday, July 4

9:00 AMNet Warm-up & Registration
10:00 AMNet Competition
12:00 PMFreestyle Warm-up & Registration
1:00 PMFreestyle Competition
AfterFree Play & 4-Square

Sunday, July 5

MorningNet Competition (continued)
AfternoonFree Play, Squares & Side Events
LateAwards Ceremony

DETAILS

REGISTRATION

Open$45
Intermediate$25
Novice & SpectatorsFree
Tournament T-shirt$10
IFPAOfficial IFPA Listing →

GETTING THERE

McCarren Park is a short walk from the Bedford Ave (L) and Nassau Ave (G) subway stops in Williamsburg/Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

ALL LEVELS

First time playing? No problem. Side events and open play are for everyone. Come kick around, meet the community, and have fun.

SPECTATORS

Free to watch, outdoors at McCarren Park. Bring friends, grab food from the neighborhood, and enjoy the show.

SEE YOU THERE

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