MILWAUKEE, Wisc.—The 2025 USA Fencing National Championships & July Challenge—the world’s largest fencing tournament—will be held in Milwaukee from June 28 to July 7 at the Baird Center.
This event will feature Epee, Foil, and Saber fencers who are eligible to compete in Y10, Y12, Y14, Division III, Division II, Division IA, Senior Team, Vet Age, Vet Team, Division I, Cadet, and Junior categories.
The event is free and open to the public, and will bring more than 6,000 athletes and their families to downtown Milwaukee. This is the first time USA Fencing’s national championships are being held in Wisconsin, putting Milwaukee on the map for one of the largest amateur sporting events in the country. With thousands of visitors expected, the event brings both significant economic impact and a unique opportunity for locals to experience world-class competition up close.
The tournament is supported by Sports Milwaukee, Visit Milwaukee, USA Fencing, Milwaukee Bucks, and the Wisconsin Center District.
For more information, visit USA Fencing | Summer Nationals 2025.
