Do you have what it takes to trade (and win) big?
Put your trading game face on for March Market Madness, the latest NinjaTrader Arena competition! This one’s kicking off for five days on March 2, 2026, with a $20,000 prize pool and 100 winners. Whether you’re new to futures or looking to test your skills against other active traders, this is your chance to compete, climb the leaderboard, and take home real cash prizes.
What is the NinjaTrader Arena?
If you haven’t joined a NinjaTrader Arena event yet, you’re in for a treat. Here’s the quick rundown.
The NinjaTrader Arena is a simulated trading competition where traders go head to head in a real-time simulated futures market environment. Use the full power of the NinjaTrader platform with your setup, your indicators, and your strategies. Show off your skills, see how you stack up, and compete for top performance—all without risking real capital.
Step into the Arena. You have everything to gain.
Game on: March Market Madness
Flex your trading muscles for your chance to win big with March Market Madness. Battle for your share of $20,000 in cash prizes, including a $2,000 grand prize for the top finisher.
Here’s what to expect during the competition:
Bring your edge
Bring your strategy, indicators, and discipline to climb the leaderboard, adapt to changing markets, and prove yourself under pressure.
Risk-free. High stakes.
Trade in a simulated environment with live market data. No cash required—just your strategy, your indicators, and your execution. Put your skills to the test.
More markets. More ways to win.
Compete across indices and additional asset classes: ES, NQ, CL, MGC, ZN, and 6E. Stay consistent, manage your risk, and move up the ranks.
Make your run when it counts
Whether you’re sharpening your edge or proving you’ve got one, this is your moment to perform without putting your own money on the line.
Rankings are based on performance, not trading volume, so different types of traders have a shot—whether you’re going for bold swings or steady consistency.
Let’s take a look at the details (and those prizes)
The Arena’s March Market Madness competition is built for:
- Futures traders looking to test their skills in a live sim environment
- Competitive traders ready for a challenge
- New users who want to experience NinjaTrader in a risk-free environment
- Anyone who wants a shot at winning a cash prize for their trading skills
Even if you’ve never competed before, this is your moment to step in, explore the platform, and maybe even hit the leaderboard.
March Market Madness will take place from Monday, March 2 at 8:30 am CT to Friday, March 6 at 4:00 pm CT.
The top 100 traders will walk away with a share of the $20,000 prize pool. Here’s a quick look at the prize breakout:
- 1st place: $2,000
- Top 2-10: $750
- Top 11-25: $250
- Top 26-100: $100
That’s not just bragging rights; it’s real (cash) money in your pocket.
How to register
There’s no competition committee that holds your fate in their hands. Signing up is easy… and free. Here’s how:
- Head to the NinjaTrader Arena website.
- Create your free NinjaTrader account (if you haven’t already).
- Sign up for March Market Madness.
- Get ready to trade live markets in sim starting March 2.
That’s it; you’re off to the races! You’ll receive competition details by email before the event kicks off, including how to access the Arena platform and track your standings.
Unleash your inner trading champion
Everybody loves a good Cinderella story; it’s time to write (or trade) yours.
With 100 chances to win, a $20K prize pool, and no cost to enter, there’s no reason to sit this one out. Whether you're trading for the top spot or just in it to sharpen your skills, March Market Madness is your chance to join the NinjaTrader Arena, compete in a high-energy trading environment, and walk away with cash prizes.
Ready to enter the Arena? Sign up now to save your spot for March Market Madness.
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