Seattle – Common Ground Festival
COMMON GROUND WOMEN & NON-BINARY CLIMBING FESTIVAL
MARCH 21 @ POPLAR
Join us for Common Ground – Washington’s biggest women and non-binary community climbing festival! 2 Sessions, 125 spots available each, raffle prizes & afterparty. All skill levels are encouraged to participate!
Common Ground takes place at our Poplar location | 900 Poplar Pl S, Seattle, WA
COMMUNITY COMP
Competition Format:
- Redpoint-style competition
- 40 boulder problems set by an all women and/or non-binary routesetting crew
- Unlimited attempts within your 3 hr session
- Peer-scored signed by witness
Categories:
- Recreational: Yellow – Green
- Intermediate: Purple – Black
- Advanced: Black – Pink
- Open: Blue+
Registration Info:
- $30 Early Bird Pricing (Extended through February 25!)
- $40 Regular Pricing
AFTERPARTY & COSTUME COMPETITION
Celebrate with us from 6–8 PM in West Wall Café + Bar featuring raffle prizes, happy hour, music, and awards. Costumes are encouraged but optional — this year’s theme is Western. Think cowgirl/cow-them hats, jorts, overalls, bandanas, western-inspired makeup, and climbing-friendly accessories.
Costume awards include:
- Spirit Award
- Most Creative
- Baddest in the West
EVENT SCHEDULE
Session 1: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Check-in begins at 10:15 AM
Session 2: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Check-in begins at 2:15 PM
Afterparty: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Costumes & awards announced at 6:45 PM
WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?
Designed to exclusively celebrate women and non-binary climbers of all ages and experience levels — whether you’re a beginner climber looking for community or a seasoned pro. This is a supportive, inclusive environment designed to build confidence, community, and connection. And one of our favorite events of the year!
For FAQs or event inquiries, contact our event coordinator Gabrielle Grimm Gabrielle.grimm@boulderingproject.com