Shoot the Moon – 36th Annual

The 36th Annual Shoot the Moon tournament takes place February 19–22, 2026 in Decatur, Alabama at the DoubleTree by Hilton. This major $20,000+ event features a full slate of 301, 501, and Cricket competitions across singles, doubles, mixed doubles, and mixed triples. Multiple blind draws, youth divisions, and Paralympic boards are included, along with live streaming and raffles. Players can expect structured formats, cash payouts, and a non-smoking venue with food concessions and drink specials.

Quick Event Details

• Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 1101 6th Avenue NE, Decatur, AL 35601
• Country: USA
• Venue Phone: 256-355-3150
• Food Served: Food concessions available
• Dates: February 19, 2026 → February 22, 2026
• Entry Fees (General): $20–$45 depending on event; Youth events FREE
• Registration Notes: Sign-up cutoff is 15 minutes before each event; no exceptions.
• Contact: Cindy Drauch (256) 714-3801; Tom Bush (205) 249-6763
• Hotel Options: DoubleTree by Hilton, 1101 6th Avenue NE, Decatur, AL 35601 — Reservation deadline 1/31/26; special room rates via booking link shown on flyer.

Event Schedule Highlights

Thursday, February 19, 2026

• 8:00 PM — Blind Draw (501, Cricket, Cork Call) — Entry: $20
  • Payout: 90%

Friday, February 20, 2026

• 6:30 PM — Open Singles 301 — Entry: $25
  • Payout: $1,600
• 6:30 PM — Ladies Singles 301 — Entry: $25
  • Payout: $840
• 8:00 PM — Blind Draw (501, Cricket, Cork Call) — Entry: $20
  • Payout: 90%
• 11:00 AM — CDC Q-School (listed on flyer separately)

Saturday, February 21, 2026

• 10:30 AM — Open Singles 501 — Entry: $30
  • Payout: $3,200
• 11:00 AM — Ladies Singles 501 — Entry: $30
  • Payout: $2,140
• 2:00 PM — Mixed Trips 501 — Entry: $45
  • Payout: $2,940
• 4:00 PM — Ladies Doubles 501 — Entry: $40
  • Payout: $1,040
• 6:00 PM — Open Doubles 501 — Entry: $40
  • Payout: $1,840
• 8:30 PM — Mixed Doubles (501, Cricket, Cork Call) — Entry: $40
  • Payout: $1,920

Sunday, February 22, 2026

• 9:00 AM — Adult/Youth 501 (Ages 6–12; Ages 13–19) — Entry: FREE
  • Best 2 of 3
• 11:00 AM — Ladies Doubles Cricket — Entry: $40
  • Payout: $680
• 11:00 AM — Open Singles Cricket — Entry: $40
  • Payout: $1,300
• 1:00 PM — Ladies Singles Cricket — Entry: $25
  • Payout: $820
• 1:00 PM — Open Doubles Cricket — Entry: $40
  • Payout: $1,680

Youth Tournament Schedule

• Sunday, 9:00 AM — Adult/Youth 501
  • Age groups: 6–12 and 13–19
  • Format: Best 2 of 3
  • Entry: FREE

Payouts / Prize Fund

• Overall prize fund advertised as $20,000+
• Detailed payouts per event listed in the flyer tables for 1st, 2nd, Top 4, Top 8, Top 16, and Top 32.
• Includes both fixed payouts and payouts based on entry numbers.
• See flyer image for full payout table.

Special Notes from Flyer

• Paralympic boards on site.
• Live streaming by 5150 Darts Production.
• Cash bar available.
• Non-smoking event and hotel; no outside food or beverages allowed.
• Raffles:
  • Free entry raffles ($5 each or 3 for $10, drawn Friday).
  • Liquor Wagon raffle ($5 each or 5 for $20, drawn Sunday).
• Dress code: No headwear/headphones and no open-toed shoes; violations result in forfeiture.
• Blind Draw participants must be 18+; ID may be requested.
• ADO fees included in marked events.
• Cork Calls — 501, Cricket, or 301 may be called.
• Game rules for 501: Best of 5 opening rounds, Best of 7 top 32, Best of 9 finals; alternating starts except for tiebreaker cork.