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🎪 Big Top Board Game Mini Convention – Poole’s Top Board Gaming Event (17 January)Poole’s Most Playful Day Out – Join the Circus of Games!
Looking for an exciting board game event in Poole? Join us on 17th January at RetroCave on Ashley Road for the Big Top Board Game Mini Convention a fun, friendly, and fully inclusive day of tabletop gaming for all ages and experience levels.
This popular Poole board game convention brings together new releases, classic favourites, live demos, prizes, and great community vibes. Whether you're brand new to board games or a dedicated hobbyist, you'll find plenty to enjoy.
🎲 What Can You Do at the Convention?
Jump into a full day of board gaming thrills:
✅ Play 20+ board games, from the newest hits to beloved classics
✅ Join live demos all day with our friendly event team
✅ Browse 70+ titles in our pop-up shop
✅ Enjoy food & drinks served fresh by the RetroCave Café
✅ Collect stamps in the Gamer’s Passport to earn raffle entries & rewards
Whether you're flying solo or bringing friends, there’s always someone to play with and always something new to try.
🎭 Event Schedule Highlights
We’ve curated special moments throughout the day to keep the excitement rolling:
12:00 PM – Learn & Play Showcase
🎲 Dive into guided demos of hot new releases. Perfect for beginners & returning gamers alike.
1:00 PM – The Hidden Gem Reveal
✨ A mystery game is unveiled and demoed exclusively at the event. Play it first and earn two extra stamps on your Gamer’s Passport!
5:00 PM – Tag Team Challenge
😎 Take on Alex in a fast-paced team challenge.Beat him for two bonus passport stamps!
6:00 PM – The Big Top Game: Tilt n Shout
🎉 The crowd comes together for a huge, laughter-filled party game showdown!Team up, shout loud, and embrace the chaos.
7:30 PM – Raffle Announcement
🕹️ Will your passport stamps earn you this month’s brand-new board game?Stick around for the big reveal!
🎁 Event Extras
✨ Win a brand-new board game in our raffle✨ Exclusive discounts on selected shop titles✨ A warm, inclusive space for gamers of all ages and experience levels✨ Meet new people or bring your whole crew, everyone’s welcome!
🎟️ Tickets & Entry
💰 Entry: £3 per person
🎫 Tickets available on arrival at RetroCave
Affordable, welcoming, and packed with entertainment, this is the top board gaming event in Poole for January.
📅 Save the Date & Join the Circus!
Bring friends, bring family, or come on your own , there will always be a seat at our table.
👉 Explore the full game library here: [Click here]
👉 Mark your calendar and get ready to roll with us at RetroCave!
Get ready for a full day of fun at the Big Top Board Game Mini Convention, one of Poole’s unmissable gaming events.
Find the full list of games joining us at:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/368233/big-top-board-game-mini-convention-january-2026
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Retrocave Café and Retro Game shop, 498 Ashley Road,Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
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