Deck the Halls Christmas Classic

About this event

2026 DECK THE HALLS CHRISTMAS CLASSIC

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Tri Fit Murfreesboro — Official Host Venue Partner

1507 W College St

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Produced by DTH Events , the Deck the Halls Christmas Classic returns for 2026 as an athlete-focused strongman competition featuring experienced event staff, vendors, media, recovery services, free spectator admission, and special guest Evan “T-Rex” Singleton .

Evan will be part of the event throughout the day and will take the competition floor for a featured max deadlift immediately following Event 1 .

SPECTATOR ADMISSION IS FREE.

ATHLETES: BOOKMARK THIS PAGE.

This page will serve as the central information hub for competition standards, weigh-ins, event-day details, schedule updates, sponsors, vendors, and other important information leading into November 7.

ATHLETE REGISTRATION

Athlete registration is completed through Competition Corner .

Use the REGISTER button on this page to be redirected to the official Competition Corner registration page.

Competition waivers are completed electronically as part of the Competition Corner registration process.

There is no Masters division for the 2026 Christmas Classic. Athletes compete by weight class.

WEIGHT CLASSES

Women

• Under 140 lb

• 140–179.9 lb

• 180+ lb

Men

• 175–199.9 lb

• 200–224.9 lb

• 225–249.9 lb

• 250+ lb

If an athlete weighs above the class in which they registered, they will move into the next applicable heavier weight class rather than being disqualified.

OFFICIAL WEIGH-INS

Competition Morning Weigh-In

Check-in and weigh-ins begin at 7:30 AM Central.

Open warm-up: 7:30–8:30 AM. Athlete briefing: 8:30 AM. Competition begins: 9:00 AM. See the full event-day schedule below.

Please continue checking this page for updates.

OFFICIAL COMPETITION EVENTS & STANDARDS

The written standards on this page are the official competition standards.

IMPORTANT: Some standards videos use substitute equipment strictly to demonstrate the movement and rules. The written standards below identify the actual competition implement and requirements that will be used on November 7.

EVENT 1 — DEADLIFT LADDER

Official Standards Video:

https://youtube.com/shorts/yF2S1KoWp_k?si=99li1gS3EA7m_F8E

Format

• 60-second time limit

• Four-bar waterfall deadlift ladder

• Standard-height deadlift

• Standard bar

• Athletes progress through Bars 1–4

• After completing Bars 1–3, the athlete performs as many repetitions as possible on Bar 4 with the remaining time

• Straps are allowed

• Hitching is allowed

• One belt of any type is allowed

• Deadlift suits are not allowed

Men

175–199.9 lb

295 / 345 / 400 / 455 lb

200–224.9 lb

335 / 385 / 445 / 505 lb

225–249.9 lb

365 / 425 / 485 / 565 lb

250+ lb

405 / 475 / 545 / 625 lb

Women

Under 140 lb

165 / 195 / 225 / 265 lb

140–179.9 lb

195 / 225 / 265 / 315 lb

180+ lb

225 / 265 / 305 / 365 lb

EVENT 1 SPONSOR

Operation Ghillie Brogues

SPECIAL FEATURE — EVAN “T-REX” SINGLETON MAX DEADLIFT

Immediately following Event 1, Evan “T-Rex” Singleton will take the competition floor for a featured max deadlift.

This special feature will take place before the competition moves into Event 2.

Official Featured Guest Sponsor: Crain Defense

Spectators are welcome, and admission to the Christmas Classic is free.

EVENT 2 — SHOULDER-TO-OVERHEAD

Official Standards Video:

https://youtube.com/shorts/xjXMkWA-S4M?si=TautRk--5qdfsgDX

Format

• Standard bar

• Bar begins from the rack

• 60-second time limit

• Maximum legal repetitions

• Athlete may rerack the bar at any time during the 60 seconds

• If the bar touches the ground, the athlete's set is over

• Bar must be dropped in front of the athlete

Men

175–199.9 lb: 155 lb

200–224.9 lb: 185 lb

225–249.9 lb: 205 lb

250+ lb: 225 lb

Women

Under 140 lb: 65 lb

140–179.9 lb: 85 lb

180+ lb: 105 lb

EVENT 2 SPONSOR

Scrap Iron Gym

EVENT 3 — DUMBBELL CARRY / GRIP

Official Standards Video:

https://youtube.com/shorts/BixiYFkszNg?si=vo28knUA-b00cwb6

Format

• 60-second time limit

• Maximum distance

• 25-foot out-and-back course

• One dumbbell carried in each hand

• Belt is allowed

• Straps are NOT allowed

• Drops are allowed

• If an athlete drops the dumbbells, they may pick them back up and continue as long as time remains

• Greatest distance completed within the time limit wins

Men

175–199.9 lb: 100 lb dumbbells

200–224.9 lb: 165 lb dumbbells

225–249.9 lb: 165 lb dumbbells

250+ lb: 170 lb dumbbells

Women

Under 140 lb: 50 lb dumbbells

140–179.9 lb: 75 lb dumbbells

180+ lb: 100 lb dumbbells

EVENT 3 SPONSOR

Able Roofing Solutions

EVENT 4 — MAX-DISTANCE SANDBAG THROW

Official Standards Video:

https://youtube.com/shorts/P0S324cOvHU?si=ixaFxphM1oRhDyIw

Official Competition Implement

The actual competition implement will be a 28 lb throwing sandbag .

The weighted ball shown in the standards video was used only to demonstrate the movement and rules.

Format

• Same 28 lb throwing sandbag for every division

• Three attempts per athlete

• Any throwing style is allowed, including backward overhead, sideways, or another legal throwing style

• All athletes complete Attempt 1 before anyone begins Attempt 2

• All athletes complete Attempt 2 before anyone begins Attempt 3

• Best legal throw of the three attempts counts

• The current plan is approximately 10 feet from the start line to the foul line

• Athlete may not step on or cross the foul line before the bag lands

• Distance is measured from the foul line to the first point where the bag contacts the ground

• Longest legal throw wins

EVENT 4 SPONSOR

Mortgage Mike

T-REX TROPHY

The official T-Rex Trophy will be presented as part of the 2026 Deck the Halls Christmas Classic.

T-REX TROPHY SPONSOR

Premier Dental Care

EVENT-DAY SCHEDULE

Saturday, November 7, 2026 • All times Central. Schedule subject to minor adjustments.

Open the full-size schedule

7:00 AM — Staff / vendor arrival

7:30 AM — Athlete check-in / weigh-ins

7:30–8:30 AM — Open warm-up

8:30 AM — Athlete briefing

8:45 AM — Opening welcome / sponsor recognition / national anthem

9:00–9:55 AM — Event 1: Deadlift Ladder

9:55–10:20 AM — Evan Singleton featured rack jerk

10:20–10:35 AM — Event 2 setup + Jacoby Stevens on Iron Palace

10:35–11:10 AM — Event 2: Shoulder-to-Overhead

11:10–11:25 AM — Event 3 setup + sponsor recognition; possible Evan commentary

11:25 AM–12:00 PM — Event 3: Dumbbell Carry

12:00–12:10 PM — Event 4 setup + short athlete conversation

12:10–12:45 PM — Event 4: Max-Distance Sandbag Throw

12:45–1:00 PM — Final scoring / leaderboard verification

1:00–1:20 PM — Awards

1:20–1:30 PM — Podium photos

1:30 PM onward — Lunch / cleanup / Iron Palace + Evan interview

Friday, November 6: Optional evening weigh-in time to be announced.

ATHLETE LUNCH

Lunch will be provided for athletes.

Additional lunch and event-day information will be announced as details are finalized.

FIRST STRONGMAN COMPETITION?

First-time strongman competitors are welcome.

The Christmas Classic is designed to provide clear standards, experienced judging, and an organized competition environment.

Athletes are strongly encouraged to review all four official standards videos and the written rules on this page before competition day.

Questions about an event or competition standard can be submitted through the event page.

SPECTATOR INFORMATION

SPECTATOR ADMISSION IS FREE.

Come watch the Christmas Classic, visit our vendors and event partners, support the athletes, and see special guest Evan “T-Rex” Singleton take the competition floor for his featured max deadlift.

Additional information regarding event-day arrival, parking, and schedule will be posted here as it is finalized.

2026 CHRISTMAS CLASSIC SPONSORS

Presenting Sponsor

Deck the Halls Christmas Lights

Official Featured Guest Sponsor

Crain Defense

Official Featured Guest Sponsor of Evan “T-Rex” Singleton

Event Sponsors

Event 1 — Deadlift Ladder

Operation Ghillie Brogues

Event 2 — Shoulder-to-Overhead

Scrap Iron Gym

Event 3 — Dumbbell Carry / Grip

Able Roofing Solutions

Event 4 — Max-Distance Sandbag Throw

Mortgage Mike

T-Rex Trophy Sponsor

Premier Dental Care

We appreciate the businesses and organizations helping make the 2026 Deck the Halls Christmas Classic possible.

VENDORS & EVENT PARTNERS

Current event partners and vendors include:

• Tri Fit Murfreesboro — Official Host Venue Partner

• Iron Palace Podcast — Live Commentary / Broadcast Partner

• Volunteer Physical Therapy & Performance / Dr. Blake Huddleston — Official Recovery Partner

• Pink Platform Media / Rosa Hyatt — Event Photography & Media

• Loose Cannon Coffee

• Hydromedics IV

• AM Supps — Supplement Partner

• Deck the Halls Christmas Lights

Additional vendors and event partners may be announced leading into November 7.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is there a Masters division?

No. The 2026 Christmas Classic uses weight-based divisions only.

What happens if I weigh over my registered class?

You will move into the next applicable heavier weight class rather than being disqualified.

Can I weigh in the day before?

Yes. We plan to offer an optional Friday evening weigh-in in addition to Saturday morning weigh-ins. Exact times will be announced.

Do athletes need to complete a waiver at check-in?

Competition waivers are completed electronically through Competition Corner as part of the registration process.

Are the dumbbells really the same weight for the men's 200–224.9 and 225–249.9 divisions?

Yes. Both divisions will use the 165 lb dumbbells.

Is Event 4 using the weighted ball shown in the standards video?

No. The actual competition implement will be a 28 lb throwing sandbag . The ball shown in the standards video was used only to demonstrate the movement and rules.

Can I throw the sandbag backward or sideways?

Yes. Any throwing style is allowed as long as the throw meets the foul-line requirements.

Are straps allowed on the deadlift?

Yes.

Are straps allowed on the dumbbell carry?

No. Event 3 is intended to test grip.

Do spectators need tickets?

No. Spectator admission is free.

Do I need previous strongman competition experience?

No. First-time competitors are welcome.

Will lunch be provided?

Yes. Lunch will be provided for athletes.

IMPORTANT UPDATES

Athletes should continue checking this page for official updates as November 7 approaches.

The following information will be posted once finalized:

• Friday weigh-in time

• Saturday morning weigh-in time

• Athlete check-in time

• Athlete briefing time

• Competition start time

• Full event-day schedule

• Parking and arrival information

• Additional vendor and event information

2026 DECK THE HALLS CHRISTMAS CLASSIC

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Tri Fit Murfreesboro

1507 W College St

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Featuring Evan “T-Rex” Singleton

Spectators FREE

REGISTER through the registration button on this page. Athlete registration is completed through Competition Corner.

Refund Policy

DTH Events reserves the right to combine divisions if registration numbers do not support a standalone class.