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Cincinnati Siege: Alex Ding Memorial Tournament

Cincinnati Siege: Alex Ding Memorial Tournament
  • Admission: $15.00 / 12 & under free

Join the Cincinnati Barbarians for 3 full action packed days of professional armored combat at Renaissance Park, in Waynesville, OH over Memorial Day weekend. Experience over 20 teams from around the country and beyond, competing in fast, strategic, full-contact team-based melees and 1 vs 1 duels on a tournament-grade field, with scheduled bouts, team introductions, and a championship final.

WHAT TO EXPECT

High-level competition featuring the best teams in the nation, as well as international challengers.
1 full day (Friday) of 1 vs 1 action, where skill and individual prowess will carry the competitors to the victors podium.
1 full day (Saturday) of men’s and women’s 5 vs 5 tournament pools, where the hits are real and the takedowns can be agonizing. Only the best teams will fight in the brackets on closing day.
1 full day (Sunday) of men’s and women’s 5 vs 5 brackets with a championship bout to determine who takes home the bragging rights and possibility of moving up in the international leaderboards. The day will close with men’s and women’s 12 vs 12 fights, and this is action you will not want to miss.
Family-friendly festival atmosphere with local food, vendors, performers, bar, and live commentary.

This year’s event is held in memoriam of Alex Ding, honoring his contributions to the sport with a dedicated moment of remembrance.

TICKETS AND ARRIVAL

General Admission to the park only with ample seating. Plan to arrive early for parking and pre-event activities. Visit the Cincinnati Barbarians website or official ticket partners for schedules and tickets.

Support a growing sport, celebrate community, and witness medieval combat for the modern age in action.

Friday, 5/22: 10am - 6pm
Saturday, 5/23: 10am - 6pm
Sunday, 5/24: 10am - 4pm

All Dates For This Event:

  • Date: May 22 - May 24, 2026

Renaissance Park
10542 OH-73 Waynesville , OH 45068

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