Welcome to the Hastings Summerfest Weightlifting Competition, a fun and friendly event designed to expose people to the sport of weightlifting and foster community spirit. This unsanctioned event aims to provide a platform for participants to test their strength, compete, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow athletes.
Age Requirements
Participants must be 16 years or older.
Participants aged 16 and 17 must have parental consent and a signed waiver.
Entry Requirements and Fees
Pre-Registration: (1/1/2026 thru 8/28/26):
$15 for one event, plus $5 for each additional event.
Day of Registration (8/29/26):
$20 for one event, $5 each additional event
Same-day registration starts at 8:00am and closes at 8:45am on 8/29/26.
Participants may choose to compete in any or all events. If competing for Event Champion, you must compete in all four events.
No refunds shall be given for any reason.
EVENTS:
1. Bench Press (1 Rep Max)
2. Deadlift (1 Rep Max)
3. Bench Press for Max Reps (225 lbs. for men; 95 lbs. for women)
4. Farmers Carry (Max weight over a set distance; weight increases each round)
EVENT CHAMPION:
An Event Champion title will be awarded to the athlete who competes in all four events and has the highest combined performance across all events.
WEIGHT CLASSES:
The Hastings Summerfest Weightlifting competition will have the following weight classes for each gender division:
Men & Women:
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Up to 129lbs
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130lbs-159lbs
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160lbs-189lbs
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190lbs-219lbs
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220lbs-249lbs
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250lbs +
**For the Bench Press for Max Reps and the Farmers Carry events, we will not crown weight class winners. All weight classes for men and women will be combined and an overall winner for men and women in these events will be awarded first place.
Required Documentation:
Completed and signed waiver
Parental consent form for participants aged 16 & 17
Once registration is complete additional details including weigh-in instructions, equipment requirements, and individual event rules will be sent. Participants will also receive a complete copy of the Hastings Summerfest Weightlifting Competition Rule Book.
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REGISTRATION:
Participants can register online using the link on this page.
Complete all registration fields. A valid email address is required to register.
Payment can be made online, once the registration form is complete. You will receive a confirmation email with follow-up instructions once your registration has been submitted.