2022 “Back on Track” Event Series
A Global Celebration of Roller Derby
WFTDA’s 2022 “Back on Track” Event Series is a global celebration of the re-emergence of our sport that will showcase a variety of roller derby events from around the world, taking place during our traditional postseason tournament time period starting in August. All of our Back on Track events will be listed on this page, along with links to buy tickets, watch online, or participate so you can join the celebration no matter where you are in the world!
Applications are still being accepted for events to be included in our celebration and receive support and resources from WFTDA to help run your event, as well as for individuals and teams who would like to receive updates about how to participate in chosen events. Any roller derby event is eligible to join—large or small, recreational or competitive, anywhere in the world! Read more and find out how to include your event or participate at community.wftda.org/events/2022.
This list will be updated as new events are accepted and information on applications, tickets, and broadcasts becomes available.
Cosmo Chaos
October 1-2, 2022
Vallejo, CA, USA
A two-day event hosted by the California Derby Galaxy, featuring teams from Rose City Rollers, Denver Roller Derby, V-Town Roller Derby, and Seattle.
Eurocup 2022
October 8-9, 2022
Malmö, Sweden
Featuring top European teams and, of course, falafel – hosted by Crime City Rollers.
The Birthday Bash
October 15-16, 2022
State College, PA, USA
Two, one-day tournaments featuring a bracket and mixers celebrating the anniversary of the host league, State College Area Roller Derby.
Vienna Roller Derby Doubleheader #2
October 22, 2022
Vienna, Austria
In their second entry in the Back on Track event series, Vienna Roller Derby will host Zürich City Roller Derby and Roller Derby Regensburg in a doubleheader.
The Flavortahn Throwdahn
October 22, 2022
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
The The Flavortahn Throwdahn, hosted by by Steel City Roller Derby, will feature four 20-minute-half games, plus a final match of the top-scoring teams.
Diosas v Diosas
October 22, 2022
Puerto Montt, Chile
Diosas v Diosas is an interleague WFTDA Regulation game held by Diosas Volcanicas Roller Derby in Puerto Montt, Chile on October 22, 2022.
Portsmouth Roller Wenches Doubleheader
October 22, 2022
Portsmouth, England, UK
Portsmouth Roller Wenches in Portsmouth, UK is running a doubleheader on October 22, 2022 to bring some roller derby play back to their region. Portsmouth will play Kent Roller Derby followed by a spooky intermediate challenge scrimmage between the Scrim Reapers and the Roller Ghouls.
» PARTICIPANT OPPORTUNITY!
To skate in the spooky challenge scrimmage, click on “Buy Tickets” below and purchase a “Challenge team skater ticket” and then fill out this skater form to provide more details.
The Cactus Cup
October 22-23, 2022
Phoenix, AZ, USA
A full bracketed tournament featuring WFTDA teams hosted by Arizona Roller Derby.
Regional Rumble
October 22-23, 2022
Nelson, New Zealand
Hosted by Roller Derby Association of New Zealand (RDANZI) with support from Nelson Bays Roller Derby, this will be the second iteration of a regional event that was borne out of COVID where skaters from multiple leagues created regional teams and played it out.
Rainy Weekender
October 22-23, 2022
Manchester, England, UK
Not more dreaded sunny days, but a Rainy Weekender takes place in Manchester, UK, from October 22-23, 2022. Hosts Rainy City Roller Derby will bring together three teams to play each other, plus a B-team game.
???: Battle for the CHI-dra
October 28-30, 2022
Chicago, IL, USA
Happy Halloween! Windy City (T)Rollers will be hosting this tournament and match up teams from WFTDA’s old regional structure – including some seasonal fun bouts in the mix.
Help Windy name the tournament on their Instagram!
Helloween Battle
October 29, 2022
São Paulo, Brazil
It’s a Helloween Battle in São Paulo, Brazil as the Ladies of Helltown host a scrimmage doubleheader, with one WFTDA Regulation scrimmage and one that will be adapted for new skaters.
Back to Track Barcelona
October 29, 2022
Barcelona, Spain
“Back On Track” meets the Mediterranean: beach, sun, and hostias! Get your skates (and sangrias) ready for this one-day event hosted by Barcelona Roller Derby.
Hometown Throwdown
November 4-6, 2022
Portland, OR, USA
Rose City Rollers is bringing back this classic tournament featuring some high-level WFTDA play.
All Aboard the Freight Train
November 12, 2022
Columbia, South Carolina, USA
All Aboard The Freight Train! Join Columbia Roller Derby and guest trainer, Freight Train, for a skate clinic which will include mixer games where participants get to skate with her, followed by a men’s game between Carolina Wreckingballs and Atlanta Men’s Roller Derby.
Namur Skate Around Tournament
November 12-13, 2022
Namur, Belgium
Namur Roller Derby’s Skate Around tournament returns on November 12-13, 2022 featuring four teams playing six games in Namur, Belgium. Following these games, their B team will skate on Sunday.
As Brigantias Three-Team Event
November 19, 2022
A Coruña, Spain
As Brigantias Roller Derby will host Crime City Rollers and Rotterdam Roller Derby in a triple-header, in their second event in the Back on Track Event Series.
Camino al Michtlàn – Mexico Roller Derby Tournament
November 19-20, 2022
Mexico City, Mexico
Leagues from around the world come celebrate roller derby in Mexico! Hosted by Mexico City Roller Derby.
Piratas en el Asfalto
December 8-11, 2022
Buenos Aires, Argentina
This WFTDA-regulation tournament hosted by Sailor City Rollers will be the final event in the WFTDA 2022 Back on Track Global Event Series.
More information coming soon!
Previous Events
Five Nations 5NRD Showcase
August 27-28, 2022
High Wycombe, England
This two day roller derby extravaganza hosted by the Five Nations Organising Committee featuring a mix of 19 WFTDA, MRDA, and JRDA teams from all over the UK and Ireland.
Cincinnati Rollergirls Doubleheader
September 10, 2022
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Cincinnati Rollergirls is returning to the track for a doubleheader with A and B teams at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, on September 10, 2022.
South Shore Roller Derby
September 17, 2022
Valparaiso, Indiana, USA
South Shore Roller Derby is hosting Circle City Roller Derby and Lafayette Roller Derby in a WFTDA-regulation double header, starting at 5pm CT.
Vienna Roller Derby Doubleheader
September 24, 2022
Vienna, Austria
Vienna Roller Derby is excited to host games again! After not being able to host any games since the beginning of the pandemic, VRD is ready to play and look forward to sharing a great time with the derby community and showing their city how amazing this sport is.
Spills and Thrills
September 24, 2022
Wellington, New Zealand
Spills and Thrills hosted by Richter City Roller Derby on September 24, 2022 in Wellington, New Zealand is a one-day sevens-style tournament tournament.
As Brigantias Doubleheader
September 24, 2022
A Coruña, Spain
As Brigantias Roller Derby in A Coruña, Spain, is hosting a doubleheader on September 24, 2022 starting at 4:30pm. As Brigantias A is playing St. Pauli Roller Derby, and B team is playing La Güestia Roller Derby Asturies.