2026 U.S. Classic at PeoplesBank Arena

Elite gymnastics returns to Hartford as the 2026 U.S. Classic takes place at PeoplesBank Arena on July 17 and 18, 2026.

One of the premier events on the USA Gymnastics calendar, the U.S. Classic brings together many of the nation’s top gymnasts as they prepare for national and international competition. Hartford has become a regular destination for major USA Gymnastics events since 2010 and most recently hosted the 2024 U.S. Classic, where Olympic all-around champions Simone Biles, Suni Lee, and Gabby Douglas competed together for the first time.

In addition to the U.S. Classic, PeoplesBank Arena will also host the 2026 Hopes Championships, the national championship event for gymnasts in the 11–12 and 13–14 age divisions. The competition showcases some of the country’s most promising young athletes and provides a glimpse at the future stars of the sport.

Competition sessions are scheduled for Friday, July 17, at 7 pm, and Saturday, July 18, at 2 pm and 7 pm. All events will be held at PeoplesBank Arena, 225 Trumbull Street, Hartford, CT 06103.

Fans can expect two days of high-level competition featuring elite athletes and rising gymnastics talent from across the United States.

For tickets and additional information, visit https://www.peoplesbankarena.com/events/detail/2026-us-classic-usa-gymnastics.