IGBO Annual 2026 - Denver

05/30/2026

IGBO Bowlers! We have the first batch of results posted on our website: https://igbo2026.org/igbo-annual-2026-results/

We're working to get Dark Horse Doubles results finalized. We'll upload Scratch Masters when we upload those Dark Horse results.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

05/25/2026

Thanks to the IGBO Annual 2027 - Kansas City committee for running mega brackets this year.

From First Ball to Final Standings.

05/25/2026

Bowlers - a quick update for y'all!

We're working hard to finalize the tournament results and issue payouts within the 30-day window, as outlined by USBC. We'll post results to the page and on the website once they're ready.

We've also had some of you ask about the exclusive International Gay Bowling Organization - IGBO coffee we had during the weekend. Our fabulous sponsor - Explor Coffee Company - has the rest of their limited batch available for purchase. Follow the link below...

05/18/2026

As we wrap up an unforgettable IGBO Annual 2026 weekend, we want to take a moment to express our immense gratitude to everyone who helped make this year’s event so special.

To every volunteer, board member, sponsor, supporter, and community member who gave their time, energy, and support throughout the weekend — thank you.

And to all of the bowlers who traveled to Denver to participate in this year’s tournament: thank you for choosing to spend your weekend with us.

We are beyond grateful for every laugh shared, every new friendship made, and every moment that reminded us why this community is so special. Thank you for helping make IGBO Annual 2026 one to remember. 🎳❤️

05/17/2026

We're in the home stretch!

🥂 The Cocktail Reception will begin at 4 p.m.

Doors will open at 5 p.m. with dinner served at 5:30 p.m.

🏆 The awards banquet will follow dinner.

05/17/2026

Just a reminder that we have raffle items in Exec Room A. We'll have the room open through the cocktail hour. Prizes not redeemed will be redrawn.

05/17/2026

Don't forget - the Tournament Directors Forum will be held at the host hotel (Colorado 1 & 2) from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

05/17/2026

Join the IGBO Board for our Bowler Mixer and IGBO Gives Back. This year, we are packing goodie bags for The Gathering Place, a local non-profit that provides essential services and holistic, trauma-informed care to women, gender-diverse people, and their children experiencing homelessness or instability. Our goal is to pack 200 bags.

Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Location: Hospitality Suite - Room 327

Learn more:

Founded in 1986, The Gathering Place is the only daytime drop-in center in metropolitan Denver that serves women, their children, and transgender individuals who are experiencing poverty, many of whom are also experiencing homelessness.

05/17/2026

The raffle room is open. We'll be in Exec Room A throughout the day.

We also have bracket payouts from Saturday's team event available for those who didn't pick them up.

05/17/2026

The Storm Matchmaker Ball Selection Seminar starts in one hour (10 a.m. to Noon) at Holiday Lanes. We are proud to have Storm Bowling as one of our tournament sponsors.

Addresss: 10350 W Colfax Ave., Lakewood, CO 80215