Pittsburgh is one of the most active BJJ tournament cities in western Pennsylvania. Grappling Industries Pittsburgh is the most frequent event, and the Tap Cancer Out Pittsburgh BJJ Open returns regularly.
PBJJF holds its Pittsburgh Fall International Open here, and the American Grappling Federation runs the AGF Pittsburgh Open and Championships. NAGA Pittsburgh, FUJI BJJ Pittsburgh Fall Championship, United Grappling and The Real1 events, including a submission-only challenge and grappling at the Pittsburgh Power and Fitness Expo, have also run in the city. Some events are held in nearby Monroeville, Aliquippa and Cheswick.
Gi and No-Gi divisions are each offered at around six in ten events, and around half include an absolute division. Close to half have kids divisions. Round-robin brackets are common. Entry typically costs around $30–$200. November is the busiest month, followed by March, October, May and September.
