The Big Dig 2026 – North Ave Beach Party

Players Sport & Social Group Presents

THE BIG DIG

North Avenue Beach Party & Volleyball Tournament

📅 Saturday, July 25th, 2026
📍 North Avenue Beach  ·  Chicago, IL
⛱️ Register for Volleyball 🎯 Register for Cornhole 🎟️ Party Tickets 💜 RaeStrong Foundation
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18th Annual Event

Chicago's Biggest Beach Day

Join Players Sport & Social Group for the 18th Annual Big Dig — Chicago's most anticipated beach volleyball tournament and party, set against the iconic skyline of North Avenue Beach. Whether you're competing for the championship, playing cornhole with friends, or just here for the vibes, this is the day of the summer.

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Beach Volleyball Tournament — all skill levels
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2v2 Cornhole Tournament
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DJ Marquis, DJ Miracle & DJ Nurotic
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Beer & seltzer included w/ all registrations
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Sponsor tents with freebies & prizes
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Giant jenga, life-size beer pong & more

What's Included

Your Party Wristband

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Players Party Pen
Entry into the exclusive Players Party Pen at North Ave Beach
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Open Bar
Complimentary beer & seltzer all day from our sponsors
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3 DJs All Day
DJ Marquis, DJ Miracle & DJ Nurotic spinning back-to-back
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Sponsor Tent Access
Visit sponsor tents giving away freebies and prizes all event
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Beach Games
Giant jenga, life-size beer pong, contests & more
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Epic Venue
North Avenue Beach with the Chicago skyline as your backdrop

Schedule of Events

2026 Big Dig Events

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Volleyball Tournament
📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026 ⏰ Starts 8:00 AM 📍 North Avenue Beach, Chicago
🍺 Beer & Seltzer Included
Divisions
Men's 2's: Open / A / BB / B
Women's 2's: Open / A / BB / B
Coed 2's: A / BB / B
Men's 4's: BB / Rec
Coed 4's: A / BB / B / Rec
Coed 6's: B / Rec
Register for Volleyball →
🎯
Cornhole Tournament
📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026 ⏰ Starts 11:00 AM 📍 North Avenue Beach – South End
🍺 Beer & Seltzer Included
Format
2v2 Teams
Roster: Up to 2 Players

Pricing
Team: $109 (early) / $119 after July 10
Individual: $45 (early) / $55 after July 10
Register for Cornhole →
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Beach Party
📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 North Avenue Beach Party Pen
🎟️ Spectator / Party Pass Available
3 DJs spinning all afternoon
Open bar: beer & seltzer
Sponsor tent activations
Beach games & contests
For ages 21 & older

Party wristband included
with all tournament registrations
Get Party Tickets →

Not Playing? No Problem.

Spectator Pass

Saturday spectators and anyone not on a tournament roster must purchase a Spectator Pass to enter the event. Ages 21 & older.

  • Entry to the event all day
  • Open volleyball (casual play)
  • Drinks included all day
  • Access to the Players Party Pen
  • 3 DJs spinning all afternoon
  • Sponsor tents & beach games
🎟️ Buy Spectator Pass on Eventbrite

Hall of Champions

2025 Big Dig Winners

🏆 Volleyball Champions

Men's 2's Open
EZ Pass – Lucas
Men's 2's A
AU4U
Men's 2's BB
Co-Weed19
Men's 2's B
Snails
Women's 2's Open
Eddy & Rage
Women's 2's A
Malfia
Women's 2's BB
Kielion/Terrell
Coed 2's A
Shy and Humble
Coed 2's BB
The Dingalings
Coed 2's B
Kiss My Ace
Coed 4's BB
Spiked From Behind
Coed 4's B
Sets on the Beach Brendan
Coed 4's Rec
Body Works
Men's 4's BB
4 Pack
Men's 4's Rec
Tornadoes 🌪️
Coed 6's B
Fart
Coed 6's Rec
Dirty Diggers

Flying Solo?

Find a Team

Looking for a team? We'll match you up! Submit your preferences and we'll be in touch with team info before the event.

Gold Sponsors

Our Partners

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Charity Partner: Rae Strong "Playing for Preemies"

The Rae Strong Foundation aids families of micro-preemies with financial, emotional and informational support. We're proud to support their incredible mission at this year's Big Dig.

Learn More & Donate →

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Info & Links

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