The ABA returns to Philadelphia this August! Book your room at the Sheraton Downtown for $160/night.
Booking Deadline: Friday, July 25 📍 201 N. 17th St, Philadelphia, PA
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The ABA Tournament Journey continues! Next stop: the Northern Sectional in Cleveland (July 10–13), followed by our Summer National in Philadelphia (August 8–16). And there’s more ahead: the Metropolitan Atlanta Bridge Unit’s Grade A event in October (Oct 2–4), the Eastern Section Fall Tournament in Hanover (Oct 27–30), and our special Honoring Our Vets Sectional in Las Vegas (Nov 10–13).
Whether you're a seasoned player chasing masterpoints or a newcomer eager to learn, there's always a seat at the table. Let’s reconnect, reclaim, and welcome new faces to the game we love.
See the Seminar Schedule Below!
The ABA Bridge Education Committee presents monthly Zoom seminars designed to improve your bridge‑playing skills and deepen your appreciation for the game. Our organization is dedicated to offering outstanding opportunities for learning, playing, and promoting Duplicate Bridge.
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The American Bridge Association is in the news! WMAR–TV in Maryland featured a fantastic story about the *health benefits of playing bridge* — thanks to a press release shared by our very own Thea. 🧠💡 It’s a proud moment for us all!
Discover a fascinating article on the past and present of #ababridge, featuring cherished members like Rita Thompson, Lynda J. Straker, and more. The article is featured in the March edition of Town & Country magazine.
✈️ The Runway Is Open… The countdown to the 2025 Summer National has officially begun! "Our Signature ABA LogoMan" is already on the move — striding confidently into what promises to be another iconic chapter in ABA history — this time in Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love. 🌟 To the left: tradition. 💫 To the right: innovation. And right down the middle? You are making your mark.
Date: August 8-16, 2025
Location: Sheraton Downtown, Philadelphia, PA
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Location: Live Casino and Hotel, Hanover, Maryland
Date: August 2026
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The American Bridge Association, Inc. members are committed to fostering an environment that stimulates competitive duplicate bridge " Card Play" while respecting the essential worth of each participant at every level of performance. We are committed to recruiting and retaining members of the ABA through a diverse agenda of educational programs and a comprehensive slate of games. The members of the ABA are also dedicated to encouraging individual members to upgrade their playing skills and perform at maximum potential while providing challenging bridge games in an atmosphere of respect, tolerance, courtesy, kindness, and friendship.
Promoting, protecting, and advocating the spirit of goodwill and positive interaction with local communities is a continuous goal. We recognize that our efforts are ongoing and pledge our commitment to creating the optimum settings for the play of Duplicate Bridge.
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Effective January 1, 2024, The ABA has grants available up to $250 from the allocation of proceeds from the 11:00am BBO online games.
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