Registration for Word Cup 2026 is officially open!
From August 1–5, 2026, the Scrabble world comes together at the Williamsburg Lodge in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia — as the nation marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
This is more than a tournament. It’s a full stay-and-play Scrabble festival featuring:
• A 31-game Main Event plus optional 5-game Early Bird
• $10,000 guaranteed first prize (WOW)
• $7,500 guaranteed first prize with 55 players (CSW)
• Social events, historic attractions, and classic WGPO camaraderie
• A destination that’s perfect for bringing the family
Colonial Williamsburg offers something rare: a world-class competitive event in a destination players can truly share with friends and family.
Register and pay by March 1 to receive a free commemorative Word Cup t-shirt.
Registration is open now:
wordgameplayers.org/wordcup