Major board gaming convention returning to York this October

A MAJOR board gaming event is set to take place in York this October.

The York Board Games Convention 2026 will be held at St Peter’s School in Clifton, marking its third year and promising to be the biggest yet.

Organisers have extended the event’s opening hours until 11pm and expanded the convention space to accommodate growing demand.

Ryan, one of the event directors for the York Board Games Convention, said: “We have been overwhelmed by the incredible response from the York community over the past two years.

“For 2026, we wanted to deliver something truly memorable.

“By extending our hours, bringing in world-class TV guests, and stocking our largest game library to date, we’re delivering the biggest gaming weekend York has ever seen.”

The York Board Games Convention 2026 will be held at St Peter’s School in Clifton, marking its third year and promising to be the biggest yet (Image: Supplied)

The convention will <a href="https://comicvibe.com/apple-watch-series-12-and-ultra-4-missing-one-health-focused-feature/” title=”Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 missing one health-focused feature”>feature appearances from Ivan Brett and Wilfred Webster, special guest stars from the hit television series The Traitors.

They will offer behind-the-scenes insights, strategy talks, and the chance for attendees to play games with them.

Central to the event is a board games library boasting around 600 titles, covering everything from timeless classics to the newest international releases.

Visitors can borrow games to play in the main gaming hall or take part in a variety of scheduled activities.

These include The Forge, a dedicated space for tabletop role-playing games, and sessions of the popular social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower.

Organisers have extended the event’s opening hours until 11pm and expanded the convention space to accommodate growing demand (Image: Supplied)

There will also be a playtesting zone where emerging game designers can showcase prototypes and gather feedback from the public.

Other features include a bring and buy sale, stalls from independent publishers and creators, giant versions of favourite games, and a selection of food and drink from local vendors.

The organisers have emphasised accessibility, with full level access throughout the venue and free entry for under-16s.

Parking will also be available on-site.

The convention will feature appearances from Ivan Brett and Wilfred Webster, special guest stars from the hit television series The Traitors (Image: Supplied)

The convention has quickly established itself as a key date in York’s cultural calendar since launching in 2024, growing in popularity each year.

Fans of board games of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to attend, with activities and games suitable for families and seasoned gamers alike.

Tickets and further information are available