Tournament Schedule
Registration & Hospitality Fee
The Music City Open Backgammon Tournament has a $90 Registration Fee, just $40 for Novices. An assortment of snacks available during the 5-day tournament.
Each morning, along with the hotel breakfast buffet, there will be the Rory Pascar Tournament staple; bagels, cream cheese, smoked salmon, and sliced vegetables!
This schedule is subject to change.
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026
No trip to Nashville is complete without experiencing the legendary Grand Ole Opryβthe show that made Music City famous. Join fellow players for an unforgettable evening of world-class country music, rich history, and iconic performances at one of America's most celebrated entertainment venues.
Whether you're a lifelong country music fan or visiting the Opry for the very first time, this optional group outing is the perfect way to experience the heart and soul of Nashville while connecting with fellow backgammon players outside the tournament room.
Seats are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot when registering for the Music City
Backgammon Open.
4:30 PM - Optional Dinner Out
7:00 PM - Grand Ole Opry Show - 15 Tickets Available. ACT FAST TO SECURE YOUR SPOT!!
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026
11:00 AM - Registration Opens for Players Cup (BMAB)
12:00 PM - Players Cup (BMAB) begins (5 Rounds to be Played Wednesday; 4 random rounds before dinner break and one final round after dinner (6-7:30 PM))
6:15 PM Nashville Backgammon Association Weekly Tournament at The Lost Paddy
6:30 PM Dinner Break (Time is tentative, depending on how long it takes to complete first four rounds)
9:00 PM Players Cup (BMAB) Final Round
Thursday, September 24th, 2026
10:00 AM - Registration Opens for All Events
11:00 AM - The Ryman Master's Jackpot Qualifier
11:15 AM - Music Row Limited Jackpot Start Time #1
11:15 AM - Grand Ole Opry Intermediate Jackpot Start Time #1
1:00 PM - The One-Hit Wonder DMP Begins
1:00 PM - The Going Platinum 5 Pt Blitzes Begin
1:30 PM - Juniors vs Seniors Begins
1:30 PM - Backstage Pass SpeedGammon Begins
3:00 PM - The Bachelorette Party Women's Event Begins
3:00 PM - The Ryman Master's Jackpot Start Time #1
3:15 PM - Music Row Limited Jackpot Start Time #2
3:15 PM - Grand Ole Gammon Intermediate Jackpot Start Time #2
7:00 PM - The Ryman Master's Jackpot Start Time #2
7:15 PM - Music Row Limited Jackpot Start Time #3
7:15 PM - Grand Ole Gammon Intermediate Jackpot Start Time #3
8:30 PM - Zavoral Board Tournament Begins
11:00 PM - No More Matches Begin
Friday, September 25th, 2026
10:00 AM - Registration Continues
11:00 AM - Twin Fiddles Doubles Tournament Begins (first 3 rounds will be played)
11:00 AM - The Ryman Master's Jackpot Start Time #3
11:15 AM - Music Row Limited Jackpot Start Time #4
11:15 AM - Grand Ole Gammon Intermediate Jackpot Start Time #4
5:00 PM - Dinner Break
8:00 PM - Round 3 of All Jackpots Begin
8:00 PM - All Side Events Continue
11:30 PM - No More Matches Begin
11:30 PM - Registration Closes for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions - FEES DUE
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
10:00 AM - Welcome Announcements
MUSIC CITY OPEN ABT MAIN TOURNAMENT BEGINS
12:00 PM - Round 1 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
12:30 PM - Novice Division Begins
2:15 PM - Round 2 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
4:30 PM - Round 3 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
6:30 PM - Dinner Break
8:30 PM - Round 4 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
10:30 PM - Round 5 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
10:30 PM - All Side Events Continue
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
10:00 AM - Round 6 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
10:00 AM - All Side Events Continue
12:00 PM - Play Continues Novice Division
12:00 PM - Round 7 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
2:00 PM - Round 8 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
3:00 PM - Music City Hangover After Tournament Begins
4:00 PM - Round 9 for ABT Open and Intermediate Divisions
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