# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Convergence: The Grapplers Summit 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: Convergence: Grapplers Summit
Hosted by Grapplers for Autism Inc.

? Date: June 20, 2026
? Location: Lane County Fairgrounds – Eugene, Oregon

Event Overview

Convergence: Grapplers Summit is a full-day martial arts, community, and fundraising event supporting Grapplers for Autism Inc. The event brings together athletes, instructors, businesses, and community leaders to promote awareness, inclusion, and opportunities for individuals with autism through martial arts.

The summit will feature Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction, demonstrations, guest speakers, vendors, and community networking during the day, followed by an evening country music concert and gala event.

Daytime Activities

? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Instruction
Instructional sessions led by experienced grapplers and coaches.

? Grappling Demonstrations
Live demonstrations showing techniques and training methods.

? Guest Speakers
Speakers discussing:

Autism awareness

Community support

Martial arts as therapy and development

? Vendor Marketplace
Local businesses and organizations will host booths featuring:

Martial arts gear

Health and wellness services

Community organizations

Local businesses

? Community Networking
Opportunities for businesses, gyms, nonprofits, and attendees to connect.

Evening Event

? Country Music Concert
Live country music performance.

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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/convergence-the-grapplers-summit/200030110356957
- **Event Categories**: Business, Art, Concerts, Music, health-wellness, Entertainment, Nonprofit, Workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Springfield
- **state**: OR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Performance Martial Arts Academy
- **lat**: 44.06456
- **long**: -123.039817
- **full address**: Performance Martial Arts Academy, 869 Shelley St,Springfield, Oregon, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Convergence: The Grapplers Summit  being held?
  - **A:** Convergence: The Grapplers Summit  takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am at Performance Martial Arts Academy, 869 Shelley St,Springfield, Oregon, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Convergence: The Grapplers Summit ?
  - **A:** Convergence: The Grapplers Summit  is organized by Brian Whitaker.

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