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Baton Rouge Set to Host the 121st USBC Open Championships
The time has arrived to welcome bowlers from all over to Baton Rouge to compete in the USBC Open Championships. After years of preparation and two months of building out a brand new state-of-the-art bowling venue, bowling officially gets kicked off this week with the Special Olympics North America Tournament, the BTM Tournament, the Baton Rouge Mayor’s Charity Event on Friday night and Opening Ceremonies for the Open Championships on Saturday evening.
Over the next 150 days, Baton Rouge will be the center of bowling in the United States as nearly 12,000 5-person teams will compete in the Raising Cane’s River Center. The team registration number is the most since 2012, the last time this event was held in Baton Rouge.
The anticipated visitor numbers are staggering. Nearly 60,000 bowlers will compete with attendance expected to push 100,000 total visitors. The current hotel room block is over 56,000 room nights. In 2012, the estimated economic impact was over $112 million with individuals spending an average of $586 per person during their stay in Baton Rouge (not including lodging).
This is the fourth USBC event held in Baton Rouge and the third Open Championship (Open – 2005, 2012, 2025 / Women’s Championship – 2017).
Visit Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is the Home of Champions! Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana, better known as Sportsman’s Paradise, and home to both Louisiana State University and Southern University sports teams. With numerous facilities that can accommodate sports ranging from baseball and soccer to waterskiing and golf, the Red Stick takes sports and recreation to the next level. In addition to professional venues, Baton Rouge offers several recreational options through various parks including skating, biking, boating, and kayaking, to name a few. Whether you’re taking it easy or taking it all in, Baton Rouge is where visitors discover everyday richness at your own pace. Unique Culture Baton Rouge boasts a unique culture, where the rhythms of Mardi Gras, the Baton Rouge Blues Festival and other vibrant festivities make the city come alive. Home to several family-friendly attractions like the Louisiana Art & Science Museum and delectable restaurants like Phil's Oyster Bar, we'd look forward to pairing the excitement of your sporting event with a touch of Southern charm, creating an unforgettable experience that extends beyond the playing field. Location & Travel Situated conveniently along interstates 10 and 12, Baton Rouge offers a range of travel options that are easily accessible. If you're arriving by plane, our airport ensures ease with frequent flights via American, United, and Delta to and from five major hubs: Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW), Houston Intercontinental (IAH), and Washington DC (DCA). Within the city, seamless transportation is at your fingertips, ranging from the Capital Area Transit System (downtown) to convenient services like Uber and Lyft, as well as bike rentals for a more active exploration option. Hotels Baton Rouge offers an extensive array of 8,500 hotel rooms within East Baton Rouge Parish. Nestled just minutes away from bustling shopping centers and delightful restaurants, our hotels stand ready to offer exceptional service to both your competitors and their families. Services We will create a genuine partnership with your sporting event by offering financial assistance or tailored incentives for qualifying events. In addition to these incentives, we extend the courtesy of arranging site visits to potential sporting facilities, providing complimentary promotional materials, and comprehensive event marketing and publicity support. Our dedicated team will liaise with venues and hotels to ensure seamless arrangements for you and your team, going the extra mile to create an unforgettable experience. We take pride in offering unique experiences such as lively second lines, opportunities for competitors to capture moments with a baby gator, curated gifts from local artisans, and more, leaving a lasting impression. Post-event, we provide a comprehensive end-of-event report, encompassing insights into economic impact and beyond. We invite you to visit and take in the distinctive and metropolitan experiences Baton Rouge offers, inviting visitors to savor its rich history, vibrant flavors and the warm hospitality of locals—all at their own pace.
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