2026 Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest
kalamazoo scrabble fest
On Saturday, August 8, the KLC will host the 15th Annual Kalamazoo SCRABBLE® Fest, at the Radisson Plaza Hotel, to benefit adult literacy. Each year, players meet up for an exciting day of gaming to raise awareness and funds that directly serve adult learners across the region. Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest is the city’s only Scrabble tournament and the KLC’s largest fundraiser.
Serving a need
Literacy is a right that everyone deserves. But in Kalamazoo County, 25,000 people –1 in 8 adults — struggle to read, which means they are not able to apply for jobs, manage their health, or help their children learn. Participation in Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest positively impacts adult learners and their families, the volunteers that support them, and helps to further the KLC’s vision to make Kalamazoo County a fully literate community.
Choose to play Just for Fun or as Competitive. Each $25 ticket includes:
- Commemorative tshirt
- Delicious snacks
- Free ramp parking
Businesses can also sponsor a four-person team to play on their behalf, so grab some friends and battle for the leaderboard ($200 fee).
Registration deadline is July 24. Reserve your spot today and let’s get ready to SCRABBLE!
Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest is presented by Town & Country Supermarket, with support from Zoetis, The Kalamazoo Promise, The Project Group, Bronson, Schupan, First National Bank of Michigan, Howell, Parfet, & Schau, Paula & Keith Aldridge, Douglas & Son, Moore Electrical Service, Bell’s Brewery, Creative Studio Promotions, Spice & Tea Merchants, and Caricatures by Kenjji.
We’re always seeking sponsors! Download the 2026 Sponsorship Packet for tiers and awesome benefits, or contact Kito at (269) 382-0490 ext. 4786. Please let us know if you’d like to donate an item for a prize or volunteer on event day.
Watch:2025 winners
Competitive Division:
1st Place: *Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest Champion* Chuck Armstrong
2nd Place: Rob Wall Emerson
3rd Place: Matt Maynard
Teams Division:
1st Place: “Buzzwords” – Kalamazoo College
2nd Place: “Pneu Kids on the Block” – Humphrey Products
3rd Place: Maple Hill Subaru
Just for Fun Division:
1st Place: Carolyn Quinn
2nd Place: Deb Grosteffon
3rd Place: Terese Banner
Donate to the klc
Can’t attend Scrabble Fest but
still want to support the KLC? All gifts are welcomed and greatly appreciated. 100% of proceeds will directly benefit free adult literacy programs and services. Please use the button below to donate.
Thank you!
Kalamazoo Literacy Council is a member organization of ProLiteracy.