Black Light Bouldering | 2023
RETURNING! OCTOBER 28, 2023
Black Light Bouldering made its grand return! After a brief hiatus, we’re thrilled to have hosted the year’s most creative bouldering competition.
THANK YOU to everyone who competed, all the volunteers for sharing their time and talent (we couldn’t have done it without you!) and huge shout out to our photographer, Cameron Anderson, for capturing such great moments from the community comp.
THE EXPERIENCE
Since 2004, Edgeworks Tacoma has combined the thrill and motivation of climbing competition with the creative, exhilarating magic of black lights.
Our exceptional team of route setters meticulously crafts the year’s most captivating boulder problems, while our creative staff and dedicated volunteers transform the walls into vibrant, glowing artworks. No matter your skill level, the excitement that fills the room when the lights go out is impossible to ignore.
From the routes and black light tape decorations to the imaginative costumes and pulse-pounding beats of our DJ, every aspect of our event is designed to amaze. Join us and be part of the excitement as we continue to push the boundaries of fun and adventure!
THE REGISTRATION
Pre-registration by October 24th, guarantees access to our exclusive swag bags including an extra raffle ticket and bonus chance at walking away with an incredible raffle prize at the end of the night.
Location: Edgeworks Tacoma
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023
Pre-registration (ends 10/24): $35 members, $45 community
Shirt Order w/ Registration (ends 10/10): $20
Day-of registration: $60 everyone
BLB 2023 | T-Shirt Design
Make your experience even more lit by adding this limited edition BLB 2023 t-shirt. Not only will the design glow under the black lights but this shirt will provide memories for years to come.
$20 with pre-registration by October 10; limited purchases day-of the event.
Order now to guarantee the size you want!
THE SCHEDULE
COMMUNITY SESSION: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
- Categories: All
- Judges Meeting: 3:15pm
- Competitor Check-in: 3:30pm
- Competitor Rules Meeting: 3:50pm
- Climbing: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
AWARDS + AFTER PARTY: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
- Raffle Prizes: 7:30pm
- Awards: 7:45pm
- Social: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
All climbers must complete a signed waiver or have one on file with Edgeworks in order to participate. Waivers must be renewed each year and are available online.
THE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
It takes a lot of support from our entire community to pull together a climbing competition like Black Light Bouldering. If you have some time to spare, we’d love to have your help!
BLB 2023 | TAPE ART VOLUNTEERS
The Job: Bring your creative energy and/or taping skills to the gym! No experience necessary.
Dates/Times:
- Wed, October 25: 12pm-5pm or 5pm-10pm
- Thur, October 26: 12pm-5pm or 5pm-10pm
- Fri, October 27: 12pm-5pm or 5pm-10pm
BLB 2023 | COMP VOLUNTEERS
The Job: Help manage routes, competitor queues, scoring and communication of rules as needed.
- Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023
- Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
WALL CLOSURES
As competition setting starts to take place, wall closures will be necessary. Here’s the closure schedule to help you help plan ahead:
- Tuesday, October 24: Old Lead Cave
- Wednesday, October 25: OLC, Sunshine, Wall of Love + Gallery
- Thursday – Friday, October 26-27: All bouldering walls
Ropes in the EAST Room will remain open to members and guests throughout the week!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 | ALL DAY:
LIMITED CLIMBING AVAILABLE.
CLOSED areas include:
• ALL of the climbing walls in the WEST BAY; including all boulder and lower level rope walls.
• Weight + Cardio areas; including Campus Board
• Upstairs area; including lounge, yoga studio and Kilter Board
OPEN areas include:
• The EAST BAY will be OPEN for rope climbing.
All youth programs, climbing school courses and fitness classes will be canceled.
Our parking lot will be full so please plan ahead! Spectators are welcome in the competition area.
MORE DETAILS
While you’re here, be sure to check out the VIDEO from a previous Black Light comp! ←(click the link to video watch).
