The National Yo-Yo Contest runs on volunteers. From the registration table to stage crew, scoring and awards, volunteers keep three days of competition moving and get a front-row seat to the best yo-yo players in the country.

Volunteer sign-up for 2027 is coming soon.

Competitors cheering from the side of the stage, 2026
Advanced Youth 1A medalists, 2026
Doc Lucky’s Duos performance in costume, 2026

Scenes from the 2026 National Yo-Yo Contest. Photos by Dan Dauer.