Championship schedule at a glance
Plan your visit to the World Sport Arnis Championships 2026 in Dublin. Here you'll find a detailed breakdown of all events, from registration to the final medal ceremonies. Get ready for an exciting three days of competition and camaraderie.
Friday, October 2nd: registration and weapon forms
The championships kick off on Friday, October 2nd, with essential participant activities. From 5:30pm to 7:00pm, all teams and fighters must complete registration. Adult fighters will also undergo weighing during this time. Following registration, there will be a meet and greet session for all teams and fighters, providing a great opportunity to connect before the competition truly begins. At 7:30pm, the highly anticipated Weapon Forms competition will commence, featuring three distinct divisions: Cadets, Adult Female, and Adult Male. Be sure to arrive early to ensure all necessary procedures are completed smoothly and to enjoy the opening events.
Saturday, October 3rd: Padded Stick Events
Saturday, October 3rd, is packed with thrilling padded stick action. The day will begin at 9:30 AM with the official Opening Ceremony, where participating countries will be recognized. Competition will officially start at 10:00am with the Padded Sticks events. The Children Divisions will be up first, covering all three sections of their competition. Following the children, the Cadets and Adults Divisions will compete in the following sequence: Single Padded Stick, Padded Knife, and Double Padded Sticks. The first Medal Ceremony for the day is scheduled for approximately 5:30pm, celebrating the winners of the padded stick categories. Don't miss this day of intense and skillful martial arts displays.
Sunday, October 4th: Rattan Stick battles and Closing Medal Ceremony
The final day of competition, Sunday, October 4th, will feature exciting rattan stick events. Competition will begin at 10:00am, with the Children Divisions leading the way in both Single and Double Rattan Stick categories. Following the children's events, Teenagers and Adults will compete in their respective Rattan Single and Rattan Double Stick matches. The championships will conclude with the final Medal Ceremony, which will take place once all competitions have finished. The approximate time for this ceremony is 5:00 PM, though participants and spectators are advised to pay attention to any announcements on the day, as this time may be adjusted. Join us for the culmination of the World Sport Arnis Championships and celebrate the spirit of martial arts.