February Big Top Board Game Mini Convention

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 12:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Retrocave Café and Retro Game shop | Poole, EN

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🎪 Big Top Board Game Mini Convention – Poole’s Ultimate Board Gaming Event
Looking for a fun, inclusive, and exciting board game event in Poole? Join us on 21st February at RetroCave on Ashley Road, Poole for the Big Top Board Game Mini Convention, a full day of tabletop gaming, prizes, demos, and community fun!
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or completely new to board games, there’s something for everyone at Poole’s friendliest gaming event.
🎲 What to Expect at the Big Top Board Game Mini Convention
Step right up and explore a day packed with board gaming adventures:
✅ Play 20+ games with live demos guided by our friendly demo team
✅ Browse 70+ titles at our pop-up board game shop
✅ Enjoy food & drinks from the RetroCave Café
✅ Collect stamps with the Gamer’s Passport to win prizes, including a brand-new board game
Bring friends, family, or come solo, you’ll always find someone to play with in this welcoming and inclusive gaming community.
🎭 Special Event Schedule Highlights
We’ve packed the day with exciting games and unique experiences:
12:00 PM – Learn & Play Showcase 🎲Guided demos of hot new releases with our demo team, perfect for beginners and veterans alike.
1:00 PM – The Hidden Gem Reveal ✨Be the first to play a secret mystery game and earn two stamps on your Gamer’s Passport!
5:00 PM – Kitten Chaos Challenge 🐾Face off against Emily in a fast-paced game of Kitten Taco Pizza and test your strategy skills.
6:00 PM – The Big Top Game: Sounds Fishy🎉Join everyone for a massive, laughter-filled finale game. Fun, chaos and epic memories guaranteed.
7:30 PM – Gamer’s Passport Raffle Announcement 🕹️Find out if your collected stamps have won you this month’s brand-new board game. Prizes and bragging rights await!
🎁 Event Extras & Highlights
✨ Raffle prize of a brand-new board game✨ Exclusive shop discounts available only at the event✨ Friendly, inclusive, and welcoming space for gamers of all levels✨ Meet new people and connect with Poole’s tabletop gaming community
🎟️ Tickets & Entry
💰 Entry: £3 per person🎫 Tickets available on arrival
This is the perfect day out in Poole for board gamers, families, and friends—affordable, fun, and packed with excitement!
📅 Save the Date – 21st February at RetroCave, Poole
Roll the dice, play new games, and join Poole’s most playful board game event. There will always be a table waiting for you!
👉 Explore the full board game library here:
https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/368235/big-top-board-game-mini-convention-february-2026
👉 Or bring some of your own games to share the fun of!
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Retrocave Café and Retro Game shop, 498 Ashley Road,Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom

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