PEW PEW PRIMATES!: BAYC Member ApeWhale Is Hosting A Paintball Event In Tampa Next Month And You’re Invited!

From Michigan to New York, Apes are proving that IRL is the alpha, opening the door to lifelong bonds and a network that simply wouldn’t be possible without NFTs!

But while most regional Bored Ape Yacht Club communities are meeting up for drinks and dinner, one Florida Man Ape is taking things up a notch with a paintball get together.

Next month, BAYC member ApeWhale is bringing the swamp to the paintball field in Tampa, inviting everyone to ape in and shoot it out with their frens.

“You are cordially invited to Bored Paintball Club: 2026 Tampa. Saturday, April 18th, 2026 in Tampa, FL.,” ApeWhale tweeted. “Limited spots for Apes (BAYC & MAYC). Come connect IRL with your local apes."

 

As Florida Apes and more get ready to lock and load, ApeWhale says he hopes an event like this adds to the joy of being part of the best club on the internet.

“I wanted to put something together that was outside of the box and that would add to the memories,” he said.. “Coming off of the ApeFest paintball event, this felt like the move. We all know that IRL is the alpha. The BAYC community is incredible. Paintball is a great team-building activity and an opportunity for people to experience real adrenaline together. My goal was to create something fun and memorable that strengthens bonds within the local Ape community.”

 

Tonight, BAYC members in Florida and beyond can reserve their spot for ApeWhale’s paintball get together on Luma for $50, which will be returned upon attendance.

For more information, check out the page here:https://luma.com/auuej65j

 

As the Gazette previously reported, Yuga Labs will be supporting 25+ meetups around the world over the next few weeks, so wherever you are, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for an event near you!

The Gazette is working to learn more about these regional get togethers and will bring you the details on when and where you can link up, because IRL has been, and always will be, the alpha. Stay tuned for updates!