The 41st Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament takes place March 23 to 25 at the Stamford Marriott in Stamford.

There will be no tournament delays or cancellations due to snow!

Registration Information

All Events as a Competitor (including Friday) $225*
All Events as a Competitor (beginning Saturday morning) $175*
All Events as a Non-Competitor (including Friday) $170*
All Events as a Non-Competitor (beginning Saturday morning) $120*
Friday Evening Games and Reception Only $  65
Spectator for Sunday Playoffs (starting at 11AM) + Puzzles $  25

REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2018 TOURNAMENT!

In case the Marriott is sold out, the Sheraton has rooms – follow this link to reserve at the same ACPT rate.

Check out the 2018 list of constuctors and learn a bit about them!

Have you signed up?
See who’s on the list of pre-registered contestants.
This list will be updated periodically, so if you’ve just registered and haven’t made it to the list yet, please wait a day or two before inquiring.

Directed by New York Times Crossword Puzzle Editor Will Shortz, this is the nation’s oldest and largest crossword competition.
Solvers tackle eight original crosswords created and edited specially for this event. Scoring is based on accuracy and speed. Prizes are awarded in more than 20 categories, including a $5,000 grand prize. Evening games, guest speakers, and a wine and cheese reception allow solvers to meet each other in a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere.

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