Bonspiels
Bonspiel is what curlers call a tournament, often held over a weekend. Some bonspiels are only for newer curlers, some are social affairs, and some are highly competitive.
Upcoming
Summer Showdown
June 20 – June 25, 2026
In the very last days of our season, you’re invited to throw down in our Big Summer Showdown. This club-wide social competition will take place over four days — play in one, two, three, or all draws! Everyone will be divided into two big club-wide teams: The Sunshine Sweepers vs Kurl the Fog.
2026-2027 Season
Golden Gate Bonspiel
October 2-4, 2026
Join us for our longest-running, premiere Bonspiel — with friends new and old coming from far and wide to be the best in the Bay.
Format: Open, Teams of 4
Registration: Open to all curlers
Spooky Spiel
October 31, 2026
Join us for an afternoon of curling, costumes, and games to celebrate the spirits of curling.
Format: Minispiel, Teams of 3
Registration: Members and neighbor clubs
California Curling Classic
November 6–8, 2026
An unforgettable weekend of competitive curling and community spirit.
Format: Open, Teams of 4
Registration: Open to California residents
Turkey Spiel
November 21, 2026
Gobble up the competition at our oldest mini-spiel!
Format: Minispiel, Teams of 3
Registration: Members and neighbor clubs
Ugly Sweater Spiel
December 5–6, 2026
If you like curling a latke, yule have a great time at this two-day spiel filled with seasonal cheer and curling.
Bonspiel type: Open, Teams of 4
Registration: Open to all curlers
Oaktown 5 & Under
April 2–4, 2027
Curlers with five years or less of curling experience will enjoy friendly competition, broomstacking, and more! (Note: not a national qualifier)
Format: Open, Teams of 4
Registration: Open to all 5U curlers
The Ball Bonspiel
June 11–13, 2027
Walk the walk at our annual LGBTQ+ bonspiel!
Format: Open, Teams of 4
Registration: Open to all curlers
