Battle of the States 2026
Tournament at a glance
The honest overview
Battle of the States 2026
Stub guide. Battle of the States 2026 runs out of Melrose Park, IL, with boys & girls youth football. Travel-guide writeup coming.
Where it's played
Exact venue location: Serpico Field.
Weather to plan around
Typical November weather in IL based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals. Pack accordingly.
Cold-weather tournament. Gloves, beanie, hand-warmers. Heated tents at fields are common.
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For the parents and siblings not playing
Tournament weekends have downtime. We pull the activities, museums, and excursions worth booking near Serpico Field.
- Day trips & city tours
- Family-friendly attractions
- Outdoor & adventure
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