MIST Nationals is coming to Detroit, MI!

The Top 5 of each competition at the regional tournaments all qualify to compete at MIST Nationals. Think what you have what it takes to beat the best of the best from across MIST Nation? Find out this summer!

See if you qualified!

Important Details

General Information

Dates: August 8-10, 2025
Location: Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Registration Dates

Early Bird Registration Opens: June 2, 2025 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Late Registration Begins: July 1, 2025 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Registration Closes: July 13, 2025 @ 11:59 PM PDT

Registration Cost

Early Bird Competitor and Guest Registration: $85
Late Competitor and Guest Registration (starting July 1st): $105*

*SoCall competitors are exempt from late fees due to the timing of their regional tournament.

Coach Registration: $85
Need Financial Aid? Complete this form!

Travel & Lodging Information

Travel and lodging planning are the responsibility of attendees for MIST Nationals. Regional organizing teams may coordinate collective travel and lodging options. Please check with your local MIST regional organizing team for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Competitors that placed in the Top 5 of National-level competitions (those found in the Rulebook) at one of MIST’s regional tournaments are invited to compete at MIST Nationals.

    Please note: competitions that are region-specific, such as Soccer, Volleyball, Mobile Apps, and all esports, are not considered National-level competitions.

  • Your regional tournament will share the Top 5 competitors on the regional tournament website and social media pages.

    If your regional tournament hasn’t shared the Top 5 competitors list yet, please check back in the coming weeks. All qualifiers will be notified via email by the second week of the registration window, as well as the list being published on this page.

  • Unfortunately, no. Only those that placed in the Top 5 are invited to compete.

  • Accommodations will be the responsibility of each MIST attendee. Please check with your team and regional organizing teams for information on group travel and lodging.

  • MIST is working with nearby restaurants and food vendors to supply halal meal options for participants to purchase throughout the weekend.

  • Participants are responsibile for their own travel io MIST Nationals. There may be options to travel with local teams to the tournament. Please contact your local MIST Region for more information.

  • You may use your works and submissions from your regional tournament, though we advise you take your judges’ feedback as you prepare for Nationals!

  • Feel free to send us a message at info@getmistified.com!