Your first bonspiel. Your best weekend.
March 5-7, 2027 at the Eau Claire Curling Club
32 teams, three games guaranteed, and one very big party
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New to curling? This one is for you!
The Newbie Spiel is our annual bonspiel built around brand new curlers, and it is the most fun weekend on our calendar. You get three guaranteed games, a t shirt, food and drink all weekend, and a whole lot of new friends. Curling is only half of it. The rest is one of the best parties our Club throws all year.
It is also the perfect first bonspiel. Nobody expects you to be polished, everyone is there to have a good time, and you will leave knowing why curlers keep coming back.
This one fills up fast. The Newbie Spiel sells out quickly every year, so mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 1 at 10:00 AM and get your team in as soon as registration opens.
When
Friday, March 5 through Sunday, March 7, 2027
Where
Eau Claire Curling Club
5530 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54701
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Entry Fee
$400 per team, including your t shirts, food, and drink
Registration
Opens Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
What Your Team Gets
Three Guaranteed Games
Every team plays at least three six end games, with eight end finals for anyone who wants them. Up to 32 teams take part.
Food and Drink All Weekend
Great food and cold beer from Friday evening through Sunday morning, all included in your entry fee.
Newbie Spiel T Shirt
Every curler takes home a limited edition Newbie Spiel t shirt. Wear it proudly and remember your first bonspiel.
Full schedule: Game times will be posted here closer to the event.
Team Registration
Registration opens Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM. With only 32 spots, teams should be ready to sign up right away.
| Entry Fee | $400 per team |
| Includes | T shirts for every curler, plus food and drink from Friday evening through Sunday morning |
| Field | 32 teams |
| Format | Three game guarantee, with six end games and eight end finals |
| Experience | Each team needs at least two curlers with two years or less of experience |
| Age | All curlers must be 21 or older, because we throw a massive party |
Participant Release
Every curler must submit a participant release.
Visiting Eau Claire
Coming from out of town? Make a weekend of it! Our friends at Visit Eau Claire are the best resource for planning your stay, from hotels to restaurants, attractions, and things to do between games.
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Contact Us
Have a question about the Newbie Spiel? Please reach out. We can't wait to welcome your team to Our House!
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Spencer Eklund, Event Coordinator
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