Who ranks for “tabletop gaming convention”

Tabletop game conventions are large gatherings where people play, buy, and share board games, card games, and role-playing games.

Major Tabletop Conventions

Gen Con : Held annually in Indianapolis, it is one of the largest and oldest tabletop conventions in North America. Origins Game Fair : A major event scheduled for June 9–13, 2027, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Local and Regional Events : You can look up upcoming events in your area using the Game Manufacturers Association Convention Locator map. For players in Southern California, local favorites include Strategicon events like Orccon, Gamex, and Gateway. Global and Online Schedules : Comprehensive worldwide and virtual event lists are maintained on the BoardGameGeek Wiki. Event Management : If you are organizing an event, you can manage badges and attendee schedules through Tabletop.Events.

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If you share your location or the type of tabletop game you enjoy most (like RPGs, heavy strategy, or miniatures), I can recommend a specific convention near you!