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Looking for a fun-filled board game day in Poole or exciting gaming events in Dorset? The November Big Top Board Game Mini Convention is your chance to join a lively board game convention where players of all ages and skill levels gather for a full day of tabletop fun, friendly competition and community connection.Whether you’re a strategic veteran or just discovering the world of modern board games, there’s something here for everyone.
🎲 What to Expect
Our conventions are designed to get people playing, connecting, and discovering:
🎯 20+ Board Game Demos
Jump in with hands-on board game demos led by our friendly team. Learn, play, and master new titles.
🛍️ Pop-Up Board Game Shop (70+ Titles)
Browse a wide selection of games, from fast party hits to deep strategy favourites.
☕ Food & Drinks
Keep your energy up with snacks and drinks from RetroCave Café.
🎟️ Gamer’s Passport
Collect stamps throughout the day and earn tickets for the raffle.
Loyalty Rewards
Collect stamps each time you visit and for every fifth visit get £5 off at the pop up shop.
🎲 Open Gaming Area
Bring your own games or join others, perfect for meeting new players at one of Dorset’s most welcoming board game conventions.
🎭 Special Event Schedule
Here’s a taste of what’s happening throughout the day:
12:00 PM – Learn & Play Showcase
The event begins and you can get hands-on with guided demos of the latest games and explore the library.
1:00 PM – Hidden Gem Reveal
Try a secret new game and earn bonus Gamer’s Passport stamps.
6:00 PM – Big Top Group Game
Join the crowd for QuizWiz, a clever trivia game where you’ll need to use your general knowledge to succeed.
7:30 PM – Gamer’s Passport Raffle
Stick around to see if your stamps have earned you a brand-new board game.
🎁 Extras & Highlights
🎉 Raffle prize: Win a brand-new board game
💸 Exclusive event-only shop discounts
🤝 A welcoming, inclusive space for all ages
🎲 Connect with Poole’s tabletop gaming community
🎟️ Tickets & Entry
💰 Pricing:
£5 advance online
£7 on the door
Enjoy a full day of affordable tabletop fun—perfect for families, friends, or solo gamers looking for an engaging board game day in Dorset.
📌 Save the Date
For anyone searching for a board game convention, regular gaming events in Dorset or hands-on board game demos, the November Big Top Board Game Mini Convention is your chance to discover new games, make friends and roll the dice on a day full of fun.
Join us at RetroCave this November and be part of Poole’s growing tabletop community.
Find the full list of games in the Library in the discussions.
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Event venue
Retrocave Café and Retro Game shop, 494 Ashley Road, Poole, BH14 0AD, United Kingdom
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