ACO Majors Tour: Season 19
ACO Majors are the main cornhole tournaments of the Season, where all skill levels can play, with an opportunity for anyone to win. ACO members compete for World Ranking Points, and non-members can join in for various “play to play” Walk-Up Tournaments.
Play on the ACO Majors Tour in cities across the USA this Season.
The ACO Majors Tour schedule is below, with more details about each Major and Registration links.
September 29 & 30 ACO Legends Major Legends Event Center, Bryan, TX
September 29 & 30 ACO Prince William Major K Sports Complex, Manassas, VA
October 13 & 14 ACO Watertown Major Codington County Extension Complex, Watertown, SD
October 13 & 14 ACO Hollywood Casino Major Cross Insurance Center, Bangor, ME
October 20 & 21 ACO PCB Major Laketown Wharf, Panama City Beach, FL
October 27 & 28 ACO Lubbock Major Civic Center, Lubbock, TX
November 10 & 11 ACO Atlantic City Major & Pro Series Showboat Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ
November 17 & 18 ACO Tupelo Major Tupelo Furniture Market, Tupelo, MS
November 17 & 18 ACO Idaho Major Mountain View Event Center, Pocatello, ID
November 24 & 25 ACO South Bend Major Century Center, South Bend, IN
December 1 & 2 ACO Fresno Major Fresno Fairgrounds, Fresno, CA
December 8 & 9 ACO Concord Major Cabarrus Arena, Concord, NC
January 4, 5, & 6 ACO Owensboro Super Major & Pro Series Owensboro Convention Center, Owensboro, KY
January 12 & 13 ACO Beloit Major Eclipse Event Center, Beloit, WI
January 19 & 20 ACO Knoxville Major Knoxville Convention Center, Knoxville, TN
February 2 & 3 ACO Medford Major Medford Armory Venue, Medford, OR
February 9 & 10 ACO Clarksville Major Dunn Center, Clarksville, TN
February 16 & 17 ACO Dalton Major & Pro Series Dalton Convention Center, Dalton, GA
March 1 & 2 ACO Bentonville Major Bentonville Fairgrounds, Bentonville, AR
March 8 & 9 ACO Tulsa Major Central Park Hall at Expo Square, Tulsa, OK
April 5 & 6 ACO Shreveport Major Bossier Civic Center, Shreveport, LA
April 12 & 13 ACO Cedar Rapids Major Alliant Energy Power House, Cedar Rapids, IA
April 26 & 27 ACO Black Hills Major The Box, Rapid City, SD
May 3 & 4 ACO Toledo Major Glass City Center, Toledo, OH
May 3 & 4 ACO Mobile Major Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center, Mobile, AL
May 17 & 18 ACO Camp Margaritaville Major Camp Margaritaville Resort, Auburndale, FL
May 24 & 25 ACO Branson Major & Pro Series Branson Convention Center, Branson, MO
COMPLETED MAJORS
September 1 & 2 ACO Lake Charles Major Lake Charles Civic Center, Lake Charles, LA
September 8 & 9 ACO Charleston Major & Pro Series Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, Charleston, WV
September 15 & 16 ACO Buffalo Major Buffalo Riverworks, Buffalo, NY
September 22 & 23 ACO Spooky Nook Major Spooky Nook Sports Facility, Hamilton, OH
About ACO Major Cornhole Tournaments
ACO Majors are typically 2-Day events and are the main points-earning tournaments of the Season to qualify for the World Championships on the last weekend in July.
Other points-earning tournaments throughout the Season include ACO Regionals and ACO Conference Championships. Non-points-earning tournaments are also available and open to the public for fun, competitive play.
• Looking for other ACO Tournaments? See all ACO Events here
• New to the ACO? Start here
Points-Earning Divisions at Majors
- Singles
- Doubles
- Seniors
- Womens
- Juniors
- Coed Doubles
- Big Blind Draw
NON Points-Earning Divisions at Majors
- Bag Masters Quads
Registration
Need to Register to play? Choose an ACO Major on this page (above), then click there Registration button. Or click here for all ACO Events.
- ACO Worlds or Points Membership is required for participation in any Division.
- ACO Points Membership ($20) is allowed, but you will not be eligible to earn prize purses at Majors, Regionals, or other ACO sanctioned event unless you obtain a paid ACO Worlds Membership prior to the start of the tournament.
Early Registration Deadline
Early Registration Online ends at 11:59pm EST, two Sundays prior to the event.
NO REFUNDS on tickets after Early Registration Deadline which will be two Sundays prior to the event.
Walk-Up Registration Deadline
Walk-Up registrations are available if space allows.
• Friday Walk-Up registration ends ½ hour prior to the start of the tournament.
• Saturday Walk-Up registration ends 8:00PM Friday (the night before).
Entry Fees
Singles
$40 Early Registration Online
$60 Late Registration Online
$70 Walk Up
Doubles
$80 Early Registration Online (per team)
$120 Late Registration Online (per team)
$140 Walk Up (per team)
Womens
$30 Early Registration Online (per team)
$45 Late Registration Online (per team)
$50 Walk Up (per team)
Seniors
$30 Early Registration Online
$45 Late Registration Online
$50 Walk Up
Juniors
$0 FREE Registration Online
Coed Doubles
$30 Early Registration Online (per team)
$45 Late Registration Online (per team)
$50 Walk Up (per team)
Bag Masters Quads
Bag Masters Quads
$20 Walk Up ONLY ($80 team of 4)
Big Blind Draw
$20 Walk Up ONLY
Typical Schedule & Start Times
The Schedule is always subject to change. Start times of events may be delayed if prior tournaments run longer than scheduled. All times listed are local time.
FRIDAY
Gates Open at 8:30 AM
- 9:00AM Pro Series Event Frame Games (at 5 designated Majors)
- 9:00AM Seniors / Womens / Juniors
- 12:00PM Coed Doubles
- 3:00PM Bag Masters Quads (Team of 4)
- 4:00PM Pro Series Main Event (at 5 designated Majors)
- 6:00PM Big Blind Draw
SATURDAY
(Events will “Immediately” follow each other. Times are approximate.)
Gates Open at 7:00 AM
- 8:00AM World Doubles Pool Play
- 9:30AM World Singles Pool Play
- 12:30PM Tier 3 Doubles Bracket
- 1:00PM Tier 2 Doubles Bracket
- 1:15PM Doubles Main Bracket
- 4:30PM Tier 3 Singles Bracket
- 5:00PM Tier 2 Singles Bracket
- 5:15PM World Singles Main Bracket
Purses / Payouts / Prizes
Division Purses & Payouts
Singles Division
$2,000 Purse
Trophy for Winner
Doubles Division
$2,000 Purse
Trophy for Winner
Pro Series Event
$5,000 Purse / Owensboro $10,000 Purse
Trophy for Winner
Womens / Seniors / Coed
50% Payout
Trophies for Winners
(Payout is based on “Online Early Registered Players” as of 11:59pm the 2 Sundays prior to the event)
Big Blind Draw and Quads
50% Payout
(Payout is based on Walk Up Cash Only
$500 Singles & Doubles Bonus
$500 Singles Bonus
For the Single Division Winner
(see eligibility below)
$500 Doubles Team Bonus
For Doubles Division Team Winner
(bonus split between 2 players)
To be eligible for either bonus: The player(s) must be wearing one of the following ACO jerseys (from any Season) for the entire Singles / Doubles tournament:
ACO-Pro, Corny 40, Top Gun 20, Major Champion, Worlds Champion, State Champion, Pro Invitational, Player, and Lifetime Member (Each player from the wining team wearing the following jerseys will be eligible for a $250 Bonus)
Major Prize Jersey (purple jersey)
Major Prize Jersey (purple jersey)
A player will have the opportunity to win an ACO Purple Prize jersey by winning any Division at any Major during that Season.
If a player wins Division titles at more than one Major during the Season, the ACO will create an additional “Multiple Championships Purple Prize Jersey” at the end of Season 19 for the player. This jersey will feature patches of the various Majors and Divisions won. Expect delivery prior to the World Championships for that Season.
A player will only be eligible to win a maximum of two FREE Purple Prize jerseys per Season. The player may request purchasing additional prize jerseys for a fee
Getting World Ranked
See the ACO Player’s Guide for more details on how your points from Majors affect your ACO World Ranking.
or:
View this Season’s ACO World Rankings here.
Important Notes
Important Notes
No outside food or beverage allowed at ACO Majors. Violations will result in removal from the premises with no refunds.
ACO branded apparel will be required in all Division championship matches on center court (live stream). You may wear a sponsored jersey, however, our 4” logo must be on the right sleeve.
ACO Video Release
By becoming an American Cornhole Organization member or purchasing a ticket or entry to any American Cornhole Organization event; You are giving physical permission to the American Cornhole Organization and its affiliates the rights of your image, and video or still, and of the likeness in sound of your voice as recorded on audio or video tape. Your image may be edited, copied, exhibited, published, or distributed for ANY USE and You waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product. You also waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of your image or recording.
Prohibited Conduct
American Cornhole Organization may, in our sole and absolute discretion, immediately terminate a your membership privileges if we believe that you have engaged or are engaging in certain conduct, or have been alleged to have engaged in certain conduct, including, without limitation, conduct involving:
Harassment, discrimination, violence, intimidation, criminal activity or moral turpitude of a nature which, in American Cornhole Organization’s sole and absolute discretion, reflects or could reflect unfavorably upon the reputation of American Cornhole Organization.
Such a termination will be effective immediately and shall be without refund of any membership fees and/or ticket purchase fees.
In the event of any such termination, American Cornhole Organization will use our best efforts to notify you/the member of such termination. No terminated member may participate in any American Cornhole Organization events, nor shall any terminated member identify himself or herself as being a member of or being in any way affiliated with American Cornhole Organization.
Refund Policy
NO REFUNDS on tickets after Early Registration Deadline which will be 2 Sundays prior to the event.
Request must be emailed to registration@americancornhole.com
Cancellation Policy
In the event of cancellation, your funds will be refunded EXCLUDING all service and processing fees.
Item Transfer Policy
You are unable to transfer your ticket to another player nor to a future event
Play, Compete + Win Cash & Prizes!
ACO WORLD MEMBERSHIP GIVES PLAYERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO COMPETE IN SANCTIONED TOURNAMENTS AND RECEIVE RANKING, WITH THE ABILITY TO ENTER THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS OF CORNHOLE.
ACO Players Guide
Everything you need to know about playing in ACO Majors.
Find your local ACO Club
Playing in ACO Majors with your local club is much more fun than flying solo! Find one here.
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New to the ACO… and Majors? Start here.
STEP 1:
Become an ACO Member
If you’re not already an ACO Member, here’s where to start. Membership for the Season is valid through ACO World Cornhole Day, the last Saturday in July, annually.
STEP 2:
Visit the New Member Page
After becoming a member, the ACO New Member page is where we walk you through your next steps, and introduce you to the Learning Center, where you’ll have all your questions answered about playing in the ACO.
STEP 3:
Register to Compete
Register to compete in any Division you want at each ACO Major tournament. Each has a different entry fee. Divisions include Singles, Doubles, Coed Doubles, Womens, Seniors and Juniors.
STEP 4:
Make Travel Plans
Find discounted hotels rates, tournament details and more info to help you plan the perfect cornhole weekend on each ACO Major page.
