The Complete Australian 2026 BJJ Competition Calendar
If you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Australia, chances are you might be looking to throw your hat in the ring to compete (or at least head along and watch your mates!).
Whether you’re chasing points on the national circuit, testing yourself at a local open, chasing good snacks as a spectator or aiming for the big shows like ADCC or the Pan Pacs, this is your go-to calendar.
We’ve pulled together most of the major BJJ calendar events in Australia for 2026 and organised them month by month. Some dates are already confirmed (like ADCC), while others are TBA until organisers officially publish them.
Keep in mind that this is just a guide to some of the bigger comps on the schedule - there are likely many more in your area or close by that you should seek out as well. We’ll keep this page updated as new dates drop - you can also check the official links at the bottom of this article.
Why This Calendar Matters
Competition season in Australia is packed. Between state championships, the AJJC Nationals, the Pan Pacs, Grappling Industries rounds, and QBJJC’s relentless schedule, it’s easy to lose track.
Having it all laid out in one place means you can:
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Plan your training camps and weight cuts around real dates.
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Avoid missing registration deadlines (they come up fast).
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Spot travel opportunities if you’re chasing comps interstate.
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See how the local scene links into international qualifiers like ADCC and IBJJF.
Quick Shameless Plug: Competition days can be long and gruelling - grab yourself a mixed box of collagen energy bars to get you and your teammates through it.
The 2026 Australian Jiu-Jitsu Competition Calendar: Month-by-Month
✅ = confirmed date | TBA = awaiting official announcement
Last updated: 21 October 2025
January 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
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| Sat 10 Jan — ✅ | Grappling Industries Canberra | Queanbeyan PCYC (Canberra), NSW | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sun 18 Jan — ✅ | Grappling Industries Gold Coast | Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium, QLD | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sat 31 Jan — ✅ | Australian Grappling League — Adelaide | Elizabeth Downs, SA | Gi/No-Gi | AGL |
| Early Jan — TBA | QBJJC Season Opener | QLD (venues vary) | Gi/No-Gi | QBJJC |
| TBA | NSW BJJ Federation — Summer Event | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | NSW BJJ Federation |
February 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 22 Feb — ✅ | BJJAO National Australian Open | Byron Bay, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | BJJAO |
| TBA | QBJJC Early-Season Round | QLD (various) | Gi/No-Gi | QBJJC |
| TBA | Sydney Cup (First 2026 Edition) | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ / Sydney Cup |
March 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 8 Mar — ✅ | Grappling Industries Brisbane | Brisbane, QLD | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sun 15 Mar — ✅ | Grappling Industries Melbourne | Melbourne, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sun 22 Mar — ✅ | Grappling Industries Sydney | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| TBA | NSW State Championship | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ NSW |
| TBA | ACT Championship | Canberra, ACT | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ ACT |
| TBA | Sydney Cup (Autumn) | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ / Sydney Cup |
April 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 4 Apr — ✅ | Grappling Industries Byron Bay | Byron Bay, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sun 19 Apr — ✅ | Grappling Industries Adelaide | Adelaide, SA | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| TBA | Port Macquarie Open | Port Macquarie, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ |
| TBA | Central Coast Open | Central Coast, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ |
May 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 3 May — ✅ | BJJAO Autumn Australian Open | Byron Bay, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | BJJAO |
| TBA | NSW Autumn Cup | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | NSW BJJ Federation |
| TBA | Vic BJJ League (Round) | Melbourne, VIC | Gi | Victorian BJJ League |
June 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
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| Sat 7 Jun — ✅ | Melbourne Championships Event 18 | Fawkner, Melbourne, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | Melbourne Championships |
| Sat 20 Jun — ✅ | ADCC Oceania Open 2026 | People First Stadium, Gold Coast, QLD | No-Gi | ADCC Oceania & Asia |
| Sun 21 Jun — ✅ | ADCC Asia & Oceania Trials (2nd Trials for ADCC Worlds) | People First Stadium, Gold Coast, QLD | No-Gi (Pro Trials) | ADCC Oceania & Asia |
| TBA | Victorian State Championship | Melbourne, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ VIC |
| TBA | Queensland State Championship | Gold Coast / Brisbane, QLD | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ QLD |
July 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 5 Jul — ✅ | BJJAO Winter Australian Open | Byron Bay, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | BJJAO |
| TBA | WA State Championship | Perth, WA | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ WA |
| TBA | Mid-Year Sydney Opens | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | Various |
August 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | Australian Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Nationals / AJJC) | Melbourne, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ |
| TBA | NSW Winter Cup | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | NSW BJJ Federation |
September 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
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| Sun 20 Sep — ✅ | BJJAO Spring Australian Open | Byron Bay, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | BJJAO |
| TBA | Wollongong BJJ Open | Wollongong, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ |
| TBA | Regional Victoria Championships | Regional VIC | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ VIC |
October 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | Pan Pacific IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship | Melbourne, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | IBJJF / AFBJJ |
| TBA | South Australia State Championship | Adelaide, SA | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ SA |
| TBA | Sydney Cup (Spring) | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ / Sydney Cup |
November 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 1 Nov — ✅ | SGT Perth State Championships | Perth, WA | No-Gi (Submission Only) | SGT Perth |
| Sun 1 Nov — ✅ | Grappling Industries Gold Coast | Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium, QLD | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sun 8 Nov — ✅ | Grappling Industries Melbourne | State Sport Centres, Parkville, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| Sun 9 Nov — ✅ | BJJAO Summer Australian Open | Byron Bay, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | BJJAO |
| Sun 15 Nov — ✅ | Melbourne Championships Event 20 | Fawkner, Melbourne, VIC | Gi/No-Gi | Melbourne Championships |
| Sun 22 Nov — ✅ | Grappling Industries Sydney | Liverpool, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| TBA | NSW Summer Cup | Sydney, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | NSW BJJ Federation |
| TBA | East Coast Championship | Sunshine Coast, QLD | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ / QBJJC |
| TBA | Tasmania State Championship | Hobart, TAS | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ TAS |
| TBA | Perth Cup | Perth, WA | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ WA |
| TBA | Newcastle Open | Newcastle, NSW | Gi/No-Gi | AFBJJ |
December 2026
| Date | Event | City/State | Type | Promoter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 6 Dec — ✅ | Grappling Industries Brisbane | South Pine Sports Complex, Brendale, QLD | Gi/No-Gi | Grappling Industries |
| TBA | Select Opens / Invitationals (limited schedule) | Various | Gi/No-Gi | Various |
Invitationals & Pro Shows
These aren’t open-entry, but they’re some of the most exciting spectacles in the Australian BJJ calendar:
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Subversion Pro (Sydney) — invitational superfight show.
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BOA Super 8 (Melbourne) — elite invitational tournament.
Follow their official socials for 2026 announcements.
Where to Stay Updated
Bookmark these official sources for rolling updates:
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AFBJJ Federation Hub (Nationals + State Championships)
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NSW BJJ Federation (Autumn/Winter/Summer Cups)
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QBJJC (Queensland circuit)
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IBJJF Events (Pan Pacs & international events)
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ADCC Events (Oceania Open & Trials)
A Couple of Competition-Day Tips
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Pack smart: gi/no-gi kit (maybe 2 just in case), tape, electrolytes, water bottle, deep heat, thongs for mat-side, and 1–2 easy snacks you can stomach between matches.
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Eat light, eat familiar: comp day isn’t the time to experiment. Eat something you've eaten before and won't turn your stomach in knots (well, more than it might already be!)
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Hydrate early: don’t play catch-up after weigh-ins; make sure you plan this one out.
The Last Shout
Whether you’re chasing gold at Nationals, eyeing the Pan Pacs podium, or stepping into your very first local open, this calendar gives you the roadmap for 2026.
Comp days are long, and nothing wipes you out faster than crashing between matches. Keep hydrating, stretching and snacking on the right stuff as you go, and you'll be fine.
We’ll see you at the next comp!
