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Get ready for three full days of games, community, and unapologetic nerd culture as Game Con Junction 2026 returns to Louisville! We’re back for our second year, and we can’t wait to welcome players, creators, and fans November 6–8, 2026, at the Louisville Marriott East.
Game Con Junction is a celebration of regional gaming culture, proudly presented by Nerd Louisville and The Dukes of Highland, two Louisville-based organizations dedicated to growing inclusive, community-driven gaming experiences.
Whether you love immersive roleplaying, competitive tabletop strategy, or discovering your next favorite game, GCJ has something for you.
Convention Highlights Include:
•Tabletop roleplaying games for both new and experienced players
• A large board game library with hundreds of games for all ages and skill levels
• Megagames offering unforgettable large-group play experiences
• Dozens of play-to-win boardgames - play them for a chance to take them home
• A vendor and arts hall full of tabletop games, art, and nerdy merchandise
• “Hot Games” demos featuring new and trending titles
• CCG/TCG Tournaments
• Social deduction games with Blood on the Clocktower running non-stop!
•Youth-friendly programming designed to welcome new gamers
Whether you’re a longtime gamer or just curious to try something new, Game Con Junction is designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and fun for everyone. Your badge does more than get you in the door—it helps support free and reduced-cost community gaming events throughout the year, right here in Louisville.
Key Dates
Early Pricing Badges go on sale - April 15
Vendor applications open - April 22
Event submissions open – June 1
Volunteer applications start – July 1
Event submissions close - Oct 1
Regular pricing begins - Oct 6
GCJ Begins! - Nov 6
Sponsorship Opportunities: Be Part of the Community
Game Con Junction is more than a convention—it’s a grassroots celebration of gaming, creativity, and connection. We’re looking for sponsors who want to support inclusive programming, community outreach, and year-round gaming initiatives.
Sponsorship helps us fund:
Youth-focused programming
Free and low-cost community events
Prize support and special programming
Whether you’re a local business, a game publisher, or a larger brand looking to connect with passionate players, we offer sponsorship opportunities designed to create real impact. Partner with us and help make GCJ 2026 our best year yet.
Dates & Hours
Friday, November 6: 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Saturday, November 7: 8:00 AM – 4:00 AM
Sunday, November 8: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location & Hotel Information
Game Con Junction 2026 will be hosted at the Louisville Marriott East. Discounted hotel rates will be available for attendees staying on-site during the convention weekend. The reservation link for this special rate is here: Reservation link
Game Con Junction is a homegrown Louisville convention built by gamers, for gamers - and we’re excited to be back for year two. We can’t wait to roll dice, shuffle decks, and game with you this November.
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Event Venue
Marriott Louisville East, 1903 Embassy Square Blvd, Louisville, KY 40299-1800, United States, Jeffersontown
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