MadCon 2026

Let's MadCon Again!

Return to Wonderland and have a mad time in Fort Wayne Indiana for MadCon October 23-25! Now ready for the big stage of The Grand Wayne Convention Center, join us for an amazing time, in a fantastic venue playing games with friends and strangers.

Enter a whole new world with amazing roleplaying game experiences. Let a new board game tickle your fancy. Miniature games and special events only found at conventions abound. Test your painting skills in the miniature painting competition or learn a new technique at paint and takes. Don't miss out on our vendor hall where local game shops and nerdy vendors present their fabulous wares. Artists and actual plays and awesome people are everwhere. Many of which may surprisingly be based right under your nose.

Intentionally welcoming and inclusive, MadCon seeks to spark new friendships and rekindle joy with your original gaming crew. More information can be found right here or on our Facebook Page.

All plans and times below subject to change as details and schedules are solidified.

All times Eastern Standard Time

Badge Registration Begins: May 24th

Vendor Application Open: May 17th

Event Submission Open: May 24th

VIG Event Registration Opens: September 5th

General Event Registration Opens: September 12th

MadCon: October 23-25, 2026

Event Hours

Friday Opening Rolls - 8pm - 11pm

Saturday - 8am - 10pm

Sunday - 8am - 5pm

HQ Hours

Will Call & Badge Sales

Friday - 3pm - 10pm

Saturday - 8am - 10pm

Sunday - 8am - 5pm

Office & Customer Service

Preshow TBD

Friday - 3pm - 11pm

Saturday - 7am - 11pm

Sunday - 8am - 5pm

Vendor Hall Hours

Friday - 3pm - 7pm - VENDORS ONLY

Saturday - 10am - 5pm - All Attendees

Sunday - 10am - 5pm - All Attendees

Events and Gen Con Board Game Library included with all badges

Friday Only Badge - $15

Saturday Only Badge - $40

Sunday Only Badge - $25

PrePurchased All Access Badge - $60

Onsite All Access Badge - $70

Under 10 - $2

PrePurchase Badge Refunds: Self-service badge refunds are available until October 4th. Starting October 23rd no refunds on badges will be processed.

Event Tickets: Self-service event ticket refunds are available up to 8 hours before the event starts. Most events are included with the cost of your badge. Others may include costs to cover prizes or other special accomodations to play.

Under 10 Guests: At all times Under 10 guests must wear their Under 10 Badge and be accompanied by a parent or guardian with a paid badge. This includes events, vendor hall, or anywhere within the venue.

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