# Event Details - **Event Name**: EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to rumble at EMPIRE SUMO CUP 2026, the ultimate in-person sumo showdown!About this EventOne-Day-Only | Japan Village, Brooklyn Saturday, May 16th, 2026AS SEEN ON THE NEW YORK TIMES the Empire Cup is BACK!New York’s only officially sanctioned sumo tournament, hosted by the New York Sumo Club and backed by the US Sumo Federation and it’s going down at Japan Village, right in the heart of Brooklyn. Expect serious matches, wild energy, and warriors from all over battling for glory on the dohyo.This tournament is OPEN TO EVERYONE.We’re calling out the Jiu Jitsu community — this is your moment.We’re building a Half Sumo Team.Step in. Represent. Be part of it.Join the Half Sumo team.Half Sumo will also be there with a special pop-up shop featuring exclusive drops, plus a surprise in-store gift for anyone who RSVPs on Eventbrite and shows up in person.Half Sumo will be there with a special pop-up shop featuring exclusive drops and a surprise in-store gift for anyone who RSVPs here on Eventbrite and shows up in person. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/91ccc880-4b06-11f1-8534-6b647259181b-rimg-w1048-h740-dc010101-gmir.jpg THE EVENT IS FREE! this page is just for us to get a headcount from the Half Sumo community—your RSVP helps us prep something special for you.👕 Limited Edition Gear🧷 Meet sumo fighters + the Half Sumo crew🍱 Enjoy Japanese food and culture all day at Japan VillageCome watch the tournament, cop some heat, and support sumo’s rise in NYC.Follow @halfsumo.collective and @nysumoclub on Instagram for updates.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlXNgjaCuhA https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/92106130-4b06-11f1-ad10-af1c0000fe82-rimg-w1110-h740-dcfefefe-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brooklyn/empire-cup-sumo-2026/100001987134480724 - **Event Categories**: Sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 7 hours - Location: 934 3rd Ave - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Brooklyn - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: 934 3rd Ave - **lat**: 40.65604829999999 - **long**: -74.0066468 - **full address**: 934 3rd Ave, 934 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/1de4987e80ee67a4eaa661ca1c740151e68147e0b41b063bf2456d2bf4a450cc-rimg-w1200-h731-dc2f2f2f-gmir.jpg?v=1776242007 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026 being held? - **A:** EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026 takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 934 3rd Ave, 934 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026? - **A:** EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026 is organized by Half Sumo. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** EMPIRE CUP SUMO 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brooklyn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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