Armwrestling

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the United States Armwrestling Federation (USAF) will host its US National Championships as part of the Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival, held May 16–17, 2026 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh.

This is American Armwrestlers second year at the Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival, 2026 marks the first time the US National Championships will be contested on this iconic stage. The festival is internationally recognized as one of the premier events in bodybuilding, fitness, strength sports, and action sports, drawing elite athletes, major industry brands, and thousands of spectators from across the country and beyond.

The US Nationals represent one of the most important competitions on the American armwrestling calendar. The USAF is the official U.S. member federation of the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF) and serves as the national governing body recognized by WAF for selecting Team USA to compete at the WAF World Armwrestling Championships. For many athletes, this event is the direct pathway from national competition to the world stage.

By placing the US Nationals inside the Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival, competitors will perform in front of a massive, energetic expo crowd, surrounded by the best in strength and performance sports. This environment not only elevates the prestige of the US National Championships but also showcases armwrestling to a broader global audience alongside the world’s top fitness disciplines.

US Nationals at the Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival 2026 is more than a tournament, it is where national titles are earned, international teams are forged, and the next generation of world-class American armwrestlers steps forward.

CONTACT: James Reid