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2025 Host Hotel, Banquet, and Bowling House

Marriott Livonia

Detroit Marriott Livonia

17100 Laurel Park Drive North, Livonia, MI, US

Room Rate: $126 - $146 per night

Breakfast Is Included


Book Your room here

Spins Bowl (Super Bowl) Lanes

Spins Bowl

Canton

Super Bowl Lanes

https://www.spinsbowl.com/canton-mi/

Registration and Hospitality

Registration and Hospitality

Registration and Hospitality

Friday Registration and Saturday Hospitality be held at the American Legion 32.

9318 Newburgh Rd, Livonia, MI 48150


Directions

Banquet

Registration and Hospitality

Registration and Hospitality

Sunday Banquet will all be held at Joy Manor.

28999 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185

Directions

Registration and Information

Registration

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Registration will open this summer.

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

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Schedule of Events

Schedule

Raffle Prize Winning Tickets

Raffle Prize Winning Tickets

Raffle Prize Winning Tickets


Winning tickets will be posted Saturday night.

Scratch Masters Qualifiers

Raffle Prize Winning Tickets

Raffle Prize Winning Tickets

Qualifiers will be posted here Saturday.

2025 Tournament Rules

Files coming soon.

Tournament History

Let’s delve into the vibrant history of the Motown Invitational Classic (MIC), a remarkable sporting event and community organization that has left an indelible mark on the Metro Detroit Area.

MIC is more than just a bowling tournament; it’s a spirited gathering that brings together people from all corners of the country. In 1984, Detroit had its sights set on hosting the International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO) tournament. Unfortunately, the initial attempt fell short. Undeterred, members of the BTI Sunday Mixed League rallied together. Their mission? To create an IGBO-affiliated gay and lesbian bowling tournament right here in Detroit.


Three passionate co-directors—Randy Albright, Joe Madej, and Ken Sparks—took the reins. Alongside a dedicated team of volunteers, they set out to build something extraordinary. The first tournament, held during the lively July 4th weekend, was aptly named the Detroit-Windsor International Freedom Tournament (DWIFT). This choice of dates allowed participants to celebrate both Canada Day and U.S. Independence Day—a harmonious blend of national pride.


In 1989, the tournament underwent a transformation. It was reborn as the Motown Invitational Classic (MIC). The new name reflected Detroit’s rich musical heritage and its status as the “Motor City.”  MIC took place during the joint international weekend of Canadian Thanksgiving and U.S. Columbus Day until 2024 when the tournament moved to the first weekend in October. Bowlers and friends converge on the Metro Detroit Area, ready for a weekend of camaraderie, competition, and, of course, bowling.


While the tournament remains the centerpiece, the organizing committee extends its support to the local LGBTQ bowling leagues. Community events, fundraisers, and charitable endeavors are woven into the fabric of MIC’s yearly calendar. The Motown Invitational Classic continues to thrive, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of participants. It’s more than strikes and spares—it’s about building connections, celebrating diversity, and creating memories that span generations. 

2024 TournAment Results

2024 Tournament Results (pdf)

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MIC 2024 Final Results - Scratch Masters (pdf)

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Previous Tournament Results

*No tournament held in 2020 due to COVID Pandemic

2023 MIC Tournament Results_10222023 (pdf)Download
2022 MIC Tournament Results (pdf)Download
2022 MIC Tournament Optional Events Results (pdf)Download
2021 MIC Results Final (pdf)Download
IGBO MY 2019 Individual All Events Results (pdf)Download
2018 MIC Tournament Results (pdf)Download
MIC 2017 Tournament Results (pdf)Download
2016 Website Results (pdf)Download
MIC 2015 Tournament Results (pdf)Download

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