Directions and parking information can be found on the Kentucky International Convention Center website.

The closest major airport is Louisville International Airport (SDF).

We have a room block with a group discount set up with the Galt House. Click here to access the room block link.

The last day to make a hotel reservation with the group discount is Wednesday, September 4th, 2024.

Lunch will be available at the venue's concession stand on Saturday and Sunday.

Who can compete?
This competition is open to competitors of any age and skill level! Note that some events have cutoffs, time limits, and/or qualification requirements - see the Events tab for more information.

How do I sign up?
Visit the Register tab and follow the instructions.

Do spectators have to pay to attend?
Nope! Spectators may attend free of charge.

This is my first competition. What do I need to know?
All newcomers must be familiar with the WCA Regulations before competing. This video gives a fun overview of the rules.

In addition, please read this document before coming to the competition.

When do I need to show up?
For first-timers, plan to be there by 7:45am on Saturday so you can attend the New Competitors Tutorial. For all others, look at the Schedule tab. You must be present and ready to compete during all events that you are registered for. The schedule is subject to change. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the start of your first event.

Do I need to attend days I'm not competing on?
No. For example, if you are not competing in any events on Friday, you do not have to attend on Friday.

Where can I see the results for the competition?
During the competition, results will be posted on WCA Live.

How do I modify the events I am signed up for?
If the change events deadline has not already passed, you can visit the Register tab to modify your registration.

I can no longer attend, how do I delete my registration?
Via the Register tab. If you delete your registration and the refund deadline has not already passed, you will receive a 50% refund within a few days.

This competition is sponsored by TheCubicle! They will be providing prizes to our podium finishers and regional champions.

Prizes for this competition are as follows:

3x3 Gold: $70
3x3 Silver: $50
3x3 Bronze: $30
3x3 Great Lakes Champion: $70

Other events Gold: $20
Other events Silver: $14
Other events Bronze: $10
Other events Great Lakes Champion: $20

3x3 State Champion (IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI): $10
States Relay Champion: $10

This is the fifth annual CubingUSA Great Lakes Championship, part of a series of regional championships supported by CubingUSA. The goal of these competitions is to allow competitors from all over the country to compete for regional titles. The Great Lakes region is comprised of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

While only residents of the Great Lakes states are eligible to win the title of Great Lakes Champion, residents of any state or country are welcome to compete.

Find out more about CubingUSA and Regional Championships

We ask that competitors expecting to have a chance at a Great Lakes Champion title bring proof of residence (current driver's license or school ID, etc.)

More information regarding eligibility can be found here.

CubingUSA Great Lakes Championship 2024 will hold an unofficial event known as States Relay on Saturday night. This event, based on the Rubik’s Nations Cup from Worlds 2017, features teams of three competitors from the same state or region.

The event is a 3 cube relay knockout tournament. It will feature 16 teams of three cubers solving 3x3 head-to-head in a single-elimination bracket. Watch the 2019 Rubik's Nations Cup here: Video

Registration Rules
- Registration will be open until September 13th, 2024
- You must form a team of 3 competitors from the same state/region (as listed on CubingUSA) in order to register. Only one registration needs to be submitted per team. Each individual may only be on one team.
- Each Great Lakes state is guaranteed at least one team. Any additional teams that register will be accepted based on the sum of official 3x3 averages as of September 13th, 2024 until we reach 16 total teams. Regions outside of Great Lakes may form teams, but are not guaranteed a spot.
- If any adjustements need to be made to your registered team, please contact us via the contact link on the main page of the competition website.

Regulations
- The competition format is a simple 16 team seeded knockout tournament.
- Each competitor will solve a single 3x3 cube, one after another. The winning team is determined by the fastest total time. In case of a tie, the winning team is determined by the fastest single
- All competitors must supply their own puzzle
- Standard WCA penalties (e.g. misalignment, timer stops/starts) apply for the solves.
- The competitors will lift their cube covers simultaneously and begin inspection, with the standard 8 and 12 calls being made. Once the 12 second call is made, the competitors must place the cube on the mat and put their hands on their timer, then the judge will begin a countdown. The first timer must be started once the judge says "Go!" The second and third timers must be started only when the previous member has finished their solve and has put back the 2 hands on the timers.
- The second and third team members may continue inspecting while their teammate(s) are solving the cube, but must do so with their hands remaining on the timer.
- This is an unofficial team event, no results will be stored in the WCA database.

Register here

Staff Application

Staff duties will include scrambling and running, as well as data entry for interested applicants.

If you are selected as staff, you will receive an email notifying you before the competition. The deadline for staff applications is August 16. Staff will be accepted on a rolling basis beginning in March.

Accepted staff will receive a staff T-shirt, free lunch on Saturday and Sunday, and a full refund on the registration fee. Staff benefits are not final and are contingent on fulfillment of staff duties and the competition filling.