Welcome to Madison Kubb, the social group for kubb enthusiasts in Madison, Wisconsin and in south-central Wisconsin.

What is kubb?

Kubb is an addictive 1000-year-old Swedish outdoor game played on many different surfaces and in all kinds of weather. Two teams compete against each other. Players knock over wooden blocks (kubbs) by throwing wooden batons (kastpinnars) at them. Kubb can be described as a combination of bowling, horseshoes, and a bit of chess. We enjoy the sportsmanship of the game, its flexibility to accommodate any skill level, and the opportunity to throw wood in the general direction of our friends.

More information on the game of kubb can be found on Wikipedia here. The American pronunciation of kubb varies. Some use a vowel sound similar to the “oo” in foot or the “i” in bird; others rhyme it with tube. We agree that it doesn’t rhyme with cub.

Open kubb practice

As the weather warms up, open practice meet-ups (everyone welcome; a good way to learn the game for newcomers) will be hosted at Olbrich Park on weekday evenings. Check the Facebook page for schedule and details.

The 2013 Madison Midsommar Kubb Tournament

The second annual Madison Midsommar Kubb Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2013, at Olbrich Park (Madison’s east side, on the shores of Lake Monona). In 2012, 18 teams from Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, and Minnesota competed with great enthusiasm and friendliness.

Registration is now open for the 2013 tournament.

2012 Champions: Kubb Snipers, Appleton, Wis.

Second Place: The Ringers, Eau Claire, Wis.
Third Place: Kubbilicious Maximus, Eau Claire, Wis.
Fourth Place: Flippin’ Batons, Winneconne, Wis.
Consolation bracket champion: Learn ’em Sticks, Chaska, Minn.

Tournament photos and chatter online on the Madison Kubb Facebook page.

Old Time Games kubb set Thank you to Old Time Games for their support of Madison Kubb. If you’re looking to purchase a kubb set, go to oldtimegames.com or call 1-800-833-1448.