WFTDA North America Playoffs 2026 — Hosted by BAD
Join Bay Area Derby for a weekend packed of action with WFTDA sanctioned games for the 2026 WFTDA North America Playoffs. Watch as 12 of the best roller derby leagues in North America compete for a chance to enter in the Global Championships in Malmö, Sweden. Three full days of derby madness. This is perfect for a friends’ night out, date night, or even family fun! Looking to take this date night to the next level? Expect vendors, food, drinks, and most important of all– roller derby!
Meet the 12 teams competing for a chance to play in the Global Championships:
- To be announced…
Hungry? Enjoy food provided by local food vendors
Thirsty? Our BAD Bars have featured alcholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Check out our Vendor Village, which features Bay Area artists, small businesses and organizations.
Families and kids welcome– you just might spot some members of the Bay Area Derby Juniors, our 12-17 league!
Interested in becoming a “BAD Hand” Volunteer and getting into games for free? Apply at this link!
Interested in vending? Apply at this link!
Schedule
- Game 1: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Game 2: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
- Game 3: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Game 4: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Game 5: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Game 6: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
- Game 7: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Game 8: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
- Game 9: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Game 10: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Game 11: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Game 12: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
- Game 13: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Game 14: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Game 15: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Game 16: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Accessibility Information:
Richmond Memorial Auditorium is wheelchair accessible with an entry ramp. Accessible seating is available on the ground floor right next to the track and consists of folding chairs with no armrest that can be moved around as needed. Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are also available on the second floor located near the elevator. The event can get loud with cheering and the announcers. Richmond Memorial Auditorium is a 14-minute, relatively flat walk from Richmond BART. There is a parking lot across the street at Nevin Ave & Civic Center Plaza with accessible parking spots. There is also a parking lot behind the auditorium at 25th Street & Barrett Ave with accessible parking spots. Please contact events@bayareaderby.com with accessibility questions or concerns.