Here are a few of the events scheduled for this year’s celebration!
Events throughout the year will be posted here. If you have a Women in Baseball event to share, contact us at info@womeninbaseballweek.org
2026
Champaign County History Museum: Dorothy Schroeder and the All-American Girls’ Professional Baseball League (Champaign, IL, USA) Through 2027
The IWBC is teaming up with Old Fort Baseball Co. in launching the Support Women’s Baseball campaign. From the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League to today’s rising stars, women have always had a place in the game. It’s time more people knew it. A portion of proceeds from every shirt sold goes directly to the IWBC and our mission to preserve the history and advance the future of women’s baseball. Find the right shirt for you and your baseball family at Old Fort Baseball Co.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s collection of over a quarter million images is the world’s premier repository of baseball photographs, spanning some 150 years of the sport’s history. Picturing America’s Pastime, a new exhibit curated by the Hall of Fame, features a selection of these timeless photographs, each accompanied by the words of those who were there and those who echoed the sentiments of photographer Charles Conlon. Visit Haggin Museum for more information.
The International Women’s Baseball Center (IWBC) invites you to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Beyer Stadium at Maybelle Blair Park. This milestone event showcases the historic Stadium’s restoration and reaffirms IWBC’s commitment to expanding opportunities for girls and women in baseball. The occasion also honors the legacy of Maybelle Blair, a pioneering athlete and advocate whose impact continues to inspire generations of players. IWBC welcomes partners, fans and community members to join for a day of baseball, connection and celebration. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Presented by IWBC, the Grand Re-Opening of Beyer Stadium at Maybelle Blair Park is Saturday, June 20, 2026. Festivities begin at 1 p.m. and feature special guest speakers — including IWBC co-founder, women’s baseball pioneer, and sports trailblazer Maybelle Blair — an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, ceremonial first pitch, photo opportunities, food and beverages, and the first game ever played at the restored Stadium. Special thanks to the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation and the Amazin’ Mets Foundation, lead partners in the restoration project. Visit www.IWBC.org to learn more about IWBC.
Join us for A League of Their Own Night at Robin Roberts Stadium on Friday, June 26th with special guest Megan Cavanagh!
Fans can purchase a Meet & Greet Package for $35, which includes a photo and autograph with the actress behind the unforgettable Marla Hooch. The meet & greet runs from 5:30–6:30 PM before the game.
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Join us at the ballpark as legendary stadium organist Nancy Faust brings her iconic sound and unmatched energy to game day. Known for shaping the in-game music experience for generations of fans, she’ll be live at the park creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere all night long. From classic ballpark vibes to unforgettable moments, this is a special appearance you won’t want to miss—come be part of it! More details at Sky Carp.
RYBL is thrilled to host our third annual OMG Tournament for House League All-Star, Development, and Select level – all-girls teams. Join us in Etobicoke for an exciting All-Girls Baseball Tournament taking place from June 26-28, 2026.
3 GAME GUARANTEE
MASSIVE SATURDAY NIGHT BBQ + PARTY FOR ALL TEAMS
EXCLUSIVE PLAYER SWAG + MEDALS
CHAMPIONSHIP SUNDAY
LOTS MORE EXCITING SURPRISES
Details at OMG Tournament.
We are proud to be hosting the 11th annual BFA Nationals, the largest girls’ baseball tournament in the United States, in Rockford, IL: home of the Rockford Peaches and the All-American Girls’ Professional Baseball League.
All players and coaches will also get the extraordinary opportunity to watch the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Qualifiers, hosted by the International Women’s Baseball Conference, which will also be held in Rockford, IL during the same week. For updates, stay tuned to BFA Nationals.
The WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup is an international tournament for women’s national baseball teams, sanctioned by the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC). The 2026 group stage will be hosted right here in Rockford, Illinois, by the IWBC. Stay tuned to iwbc.org/worldcup/ for updates on schedules, hotels, and tickets.
Our 2026 AAGPBL Reunion will be held in Rockford, IL. Save the date! July 22nd – 26th! More information to follow! First step, register as an associate member on our website to receive VIP emails and updates. We can’t wait for you to join us!
Join us for a special Player & Cast Meet & Greet with Q&A featuring real AAGPBL players along with cast members from the beloved film A League of Their Own at Rockford’s Midway Village Museum. Hear incredible behind-the-scenes stories, learn what it was really like to play in the historic league and bring the story to the big screen, and ask your burning questions during this fun and interactive session. Tickets and more information at Girls of Summer.
Dirt in the Skirt started in 2024 as a women-focused slo-pitch charity tournament and community event rooted in respect for the women who came before us and the women playing today. Inspired by the trailblazing athletes of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League of the 1940s, Giving back is a core part of every Dirt in the Skirt tournament. In each city, a local charity or organization is chosen annually as the donation recipient, allowing every event to make a meaningful local impact while bringing people together around a shared cause, and of course, our love for the game!
For information on the Barrie Tournament at Barrie Sports Complex, visit Dirt in the Skirt.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
We are gearing up for summer, so we thought it would be a great time to give you a sneak peek at something new. Champs on the Diamond is our brand new girls baseball camp that helps young athletes build skills, confidence, and a love for the game. Stay tuned for registration details because you will not want to miss the fun on the field. Registration will open April 20. More information can be found at Champs on the Diamond.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
In honor of Women in Sports Night, the first 1,000 fans to enter the ballpark will receive a talking bobblehead of Sea Dogs broadcaster Emma Tiedemann, who has made history as part of the first all female team to call a Boston Red Sox game. The bobblehead features one of Tiedemann’s historic Sea Dogs radio calls. | Presented By Planet Fitness Tickets at Sea Dogs.
Please welcome Megan Cavanagh to #CSCC2026 at the Broadmoor World Arena! Megan is best known for her role as Marla Hooch in A League of Their Own, one of the most unforgettable members of the Rockford Peaches. Don’t miss your chance to meet her during our A League of Their Own Theme Week! Buy tickets now at www.cscomiccon.com!
The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) awarded hosting rights for the second group of the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage 2026 to the Chinese Taipei Baseball Association (CTBA), which will host the tournament in Tainan from August 23 to 27.
CTBA will host the event at the Asia-Pacific International Baseball Stadiums and Training Centres (ASPAC) in Annan. The complex, which CTBA designated as the home of the Chinese Taipei National Teams, consists of two standard stadiums, two youth stadiums, two infield training fields, six outdoor pitching/batting training lanes and an indoor training facility.
For more information, visit WBSC.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
This summer, four teams—Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—will go head-to-head across a six-week regular season to fight for position in the first-ever WPBL Playoffs, culminating in September’s WPBL Championship. For schedule details and ticket information, visit WPBL.
Join us for the Second Annual Steel City Showcase in Pittsburgh, September 18-20, 2026. All the details are on our website. Maximum of four teams to guarantee multiple games per team. More info at Greenfield Girls Baseball.
Visitors to World War II Days engage in elaborate 1940s displays in historical buildings on the museum’s 148-acre campus, which becomes the back drop of a European village during World War II. This military re-enactment is known to be the largest in the Midwest and draws thousands of visitors yearly to the Rockford region and the museum grounds.. Rockford Peaches team reenactors (Sunday only), women’s baseball merchandise, and more are always part of the schedule. More info at World War II Days.
Baseball Victoria is excited to host the 2026 Barclay Cup from Sunday 27 September to Saturday 3 October, while also introducing a new tournament which will be played at the same time: the Under 21 Women’s Invitational.
Springvale Lions Baseball Club – Barclay Cup
Upwey Ferntree Gully Baseball Club – Under 21 Women’s Invitational
The Barclay Cup will feature seven to ten teams of 13-to-16-year-old girls from across the country coming together to participate in an action-packed week at this beloved junior girls tournament, now in its fifth year.
The new women’s tournament will be open to 17–21-year-old women, offering participants the opportunity to play against peers from around the country and potentially internationally for the first time in Australia for this age group. This event will run from Sunday 27 September to Wednesday 30 September, alongside the first few days of the Barclay Cup, and we hope to have at least six teams in the invitational. Details at Baseball Victoria.
Dirt in the Skirt started in 2024 as a women-focused slo-pitch charity tournament and community event rooted in respect for the women who came before us and the women playing today. Inspired by the trailblazing athletes of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League of the 1940s, Giving back is a core part of every Dirt in the Skirt tournament. In each city, a local charity or organization is chosen annually as the donation recipient, allowing every event to make a meaningful local impact while bringing people together around a shared cause, and of course, our love for the game!
For information on the Niagara Falls Tournament at Patrick Cummings Memorial Sports Complex, visit Dirt in the Skirt.
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