Bonspiel · March 5-7, 2027
Newbie Spiel
Your first bonspiel. Your best weekend. Three games, food and drink all weekend, a limited edition shirt, and one very big party.
32 teams Three games guaranteed $400 per team Ages 21+
This one fills up fast. The Newbie Spiel sells out quickly every year. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 1 at 10 a.m. and get your team in as soon as registration opens.
About the Newbie Spiel
New to curling? This one is for you.
The Newbie Spiel is our annual bonspiel built around brand new curlers, and it's the most fun weekend on our calendar. Curling is only half of it. The rest is one of the best parties our Club throws all year.
It's also the perfect first bonspiel. Nobody expects you to be polished, everyone is there to have a good time, and you'll leave knowing why curlers keep coming back.
When
March 5-7, 2027
Friday through Sunday
Where
Eau Claire Curling Club
5530 Fairview Drive
Entry fee
$400 per team
Shirts, food and drink included
Registration
Opens December 1
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
What's included
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.
Game times will be posted here closer to the event.
Team registration
Be ready on December 1
Registration opens Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 10 a.m. With only 32 spots, have your team 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 |
Who can play
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. Each person on your team fills out their own online form.
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