Detroit and Grand Rapids account for most of Michigan's BJJ tournaments, with Lansing and Frankenmuth also hosting regular events.
Grappling Industries Detroit and Grappling Industries Grand Rapids are the most frequent events, both using round-robin brackets. The Chewjitsu Open returns to Frankenmuth, NEWBREED holds a Lansing Fall Championship, and FUJI BJJ runs summer and winter championships in Lansing and Grand Rapids. NAGA, Tap Cancer Out and Believe Jiu Jitsu also run events in Detroit and Grand Rapids.
Gi and No-Gi divisions are offered about equally, around four in ten events run kids divisions, and a similar share include absolutes. Adult entry typically costs around $30–$94. November and October are the busiest months, followed by April and June.
