BIG NEWS FOR MOTHER LODE 2026! 👇
NEW FOR 2026:
AVP + LetsGO!!
LetsGO Volleyball + AVP
LetsGO Volleyball is announcing our partnership with the Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) for new events in Aspen, Colorado. AVP will kick off the 2026 season with an elite “AVP League” nationally televised event taking place on June 5-6, 2026. Additionally, later in the year, LetsGO Volleyball will be hosting an AVP Contender event during the 53rd Annual Mother Lode Volleyball Classic tournament over Labor Day Weekend. Stay tuned for more updates!
2026 AVP League Kickoff
The AVP League stands at the pinnacle of professional beach volleyball in the USA. Top ranked beach volleyball teams compete at iconic locations throughout the country. This June, we’re excited to announce the start of the 2026 season with a nationally televised tour stop and Media Day at Koch Lumber Park. For tickets and further details, visit www.AVP.com.
AVP Contender Event at The Mother Lode
The 53rd Annual Mother Lode is set to host a $20,000 AVP Contender Event over Labor Day Weekend! Players in both the Men’s and Women’s OPEN divisions will battle it out for a chance to win $20,000 in prize money, along with valuable AVP points.
Mother Lode Masters and Grass
Our popular grass and masters divisions are on the rise! We’re excited to announce that grass competitions will now take place at both Wagner and Rio Grande parks for added capacity. The Center Court Village will be located in Wagner Park where the Mother Lode began.
The City of Aspen has removed two sand courts at Willoughby Park, commonly referred to as “The Upper Courts.” As a result there will be updates to the masters schedule and divisions we can offer. We are exploring all options to maximize playing opportunities. More to come…
Mother Lode Registration
Registration for all Mother Lode divisions including – AVP Contenders Open, Mother Lode Masters, and Mother Lode Grass – will be found at LetsGO.volleyballLife.com (click register now at the top right of the current page!). For further details, please check out our websites at www.LetsGOvolleyball.com and www.AVP.com.Â
Our Community
Since launching LetsGO Volleyball and taking on the venerable Mother Lode Volleyball Classic, we have dedicated ourselves to enhancing the player’s experience at every chance we get. I believe you’ll agree that this new partnership with the AVP marks a significant step in reaching that goal.
A big thank you to our players, staff, sponsors, supporters, fans and the City of Aspen who, over the past many years, and certainly during the past six years LetsGO Volleyball has been involved – make The Mother Lode such a unique and special volleyball experience!
The 2025 Mother Lode has concluded! Find photos of you and your friends in the Event Photos tab. See ya in 2026!!!
Mother Lode Schedule 2025
SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR 26'
*Scroll horizontally in table to see all dates on mobile. Subject to change for 2026 – just a reference!
Sand Schedule | Koch Lumber Park
| Division | Wed 8/27 | Thur 8/28 | Fri 8/29 | Sat 8/30 | Sun 8/31 | Mon 9/1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men's 60+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Men's 50+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Women's 45+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Men's 55+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Men's 45+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Women's 50+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Women's 35+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Men's 37+ Masters | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Coed Open | Koch Lumber | |||||
| Men's Open | Koch Lumber | Koch Lumber | Koch Lumber | |||
| Women's Open | Koch Lumber | Koch Lumber | Koch Lumber |
Grass Schedule | Wagner Park
| Division | Wed 8/27 | Thur 8/28 | Fri 8/29 | Sat 8/30 | Sun 8/31 | Mon 9/1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triples Men's BB | Wagner | |||||
| Triples Men's B | Wagner | |||||
| Triples Women's BB | Wagner | |||||
| Coed A | Wagner | |||||
| $1000 Baby Court | Wagner | |||||
| Men's BB | Wagner | |||||
| Men's B | Wagner | |||||
| Women's BB | Wagner | |||||
| Women's B | Wagner | |||||
| Coed BB | Wagner | |||||
| Coed B | Wagner | |||||
| Men's A | Wagner | |||||
| Women's A | Wagner |
*Scroll horizontally in table to see all dates on mobile. Subject to change for 2026 – just a reference!
Mother Lode Highlights
Made for everyone from beginners to the pros. Professional nets, provided tents, and a thrilling center court for finals matches for all divisions. LetsGO offers Mens and Womens Masters, Mens & Womens & Coed Open, A, BB, B,Â
Single day divisions allow you to play single gender one day, then coed the next – all at your own ability level.Â
Amenities such as food, sports massages, and merchandise from our many vendors provides the ultimate Aspen experience
All new division for 25 - Baby Court Open!
Highlights:
All new mini courts!!
14ft wide net, 44ft court lines
Open level 2v2 grass
8 teams – any gender
$1000 Cash Purse
Skyball is +2 pts
Pools in the morning.
Bracket in the afternoon.
Same day finish and an epic finals match!!
Wagner and Koch Lumber Park
Mother Lode registration due 5pm the day before your division plays - see FAQ for policy
LetsGO Grass
Upgraded Pro Equipment
No more saggy nets! We bring the goods with a custom made pro-net system for every grass court, paired with our FIVB-spec 8-meter courts with high-visibility 2″ orange court lines. Each net has a bottom cable to keep volleyballs in play, plus high quality antennas, pole pads, and ball stops.Â
Plus, all nets are set up for you in advance!
Shade Tents and Beach Umbrellas
Leave the heavy lifting to us! LetsGO provides shade for registered teams.  Tents and beach umbrellas are set up and secured for your use. There’s always extra room if you want to bring a tent as well.
Center Court Village
This village is built for volleyball! Cheer on top teams and grab a bite at the Tiki Hut Grill. Stop by the our featured vendors and the LetsGO Surf Shack for official event gear.Â
LetsGO Sand - Masters and Open
Open Division
Our exciting Pro-OPEN competitions feature the best of professional and olympic players from across the country. Winners compete for a generous cash purse and additional prizes, plus equal pay for both mens & women’s divisions. Payout is always the same day!
Masters Division
Friendships are renewed and rivalries live in our Masters divisions. Compete in our many age groups for cash and prizes. Then join us for Masters dinners and gatherings in the evening.
Center Court Village
Center Court Village features a variety of fun, top-tier volleyball focused vendors. Find clothing from Slunks, Vollis, B-Fresh Gear, Valley Lidz and LetsGO. Food is provided by our partners at Conundrum Catering.
Get the body taped, adjusted, and ready for the next match at Ute Pass Chiropractic featuring Rock Tape.
For the best discounted lodging rates be sure to visit our preferred Lodging Partners!
Be sure to check out our amazing sponsors!
LetsGO Policy
REFUNDS: Â Refund cutoff is 21 days prior to event with advance written approval.
MEMBERSHIP FEES:  We do NOT require AVP, AAU or other annual membership fees for registration.
WEATHER:Â We play in rain, dew, snow, and all conditions except for lightning. Tournament Director will notify you of any safety delays.
RULES:Â Current USA AVP Rules are used for all divisions.
CLEATS:Â No metal cleats. Non-metal turf shoes ok with Director approval.
DRUGS/ALCOHOL:Â Drugs and Alcohol are not permitted at LetsGO events and venues. This prohibition applies to players, staff, and spectators.
GLASS: Â For safety of the players, glass bottles and other glass containers are prohibited at LetsGO events and venues. Â Please use aluminum or plastic bottles.
PETS:Â Well behaved pets are welcome on-leash where park rules allow. Â Please clean up after your friend. Do not leave them in your vehicle unattended.
GAME TIME: Be present at your net. volleyballlife.com will provide estimate game times, but it is your responsibility alone to track the progress of your pool or bracket. Warmup/stretch prior to game time. No pepper on court, just hitting/passing. Forfeit after 10 minutes of delay if absent. Tournament Director has final authority in any decisions.
PRIZES: For cash purse-eligible divisions, please find the tournament director immediately after your match for immediate payout. For novelty prizes please see the tournament director for prizes. For clothing prizes, we will exchange sizes on-site, or ship direct to you if we don’t have your size at the event. Prize detail is on the event page.
COVID19:Â LetsGO asks players to follow all health guidelines from local government or community authorities.
CODE OF CONDUCT:Â We expect the highest level of sportsmanship and respect for staff, referees, players, and event partners. Foul language, intimidation, or bad behavior is not tolerated and may result in removal from the event with no refund.
LODGING:Â Book lodging early. Mountain towns are in high demand during summer weekends. Expedia, Hotels.com, Kayak. Call lodges directly for openings from cancellations. Book lodging early. Camp in designated campsites only. We are not permitted nor insured for camping at LetsGO venues.
Please contact us with any questions using the contact form.