Mankato Con 2026

Welcome to Mankato Con – Your Tabletop Adventure Starts Here!

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of dice rolls, strategy, imagination, and community at the inaugural Mankato Con—a three-day celebration of all things tabletop gaming! Hosted by The Dork Den in partnership with the Minnesota Valley Action Council (MVAC), this exciting event will take place at the Mayo Event Center in Mankato, March 20–22, 2026.

Whether you're into board games, RPGs, trading card games, or miniature battles, Mankato Con has something for everyone. We’ll have open gaming tables, a demo library, and a wide variety of scheduled events and tournaments. Highlights include a 2-day Warhammer 40,000 tournament hosted by James from The Dork Den, plus a host of game sessions and events all weekend long.

But Mankato Con is about more than games—it's about giving back. Proceeds from the event will support MVAC, a local nonprofit that has been helping Southern Minnesota communities since 1965. MVAC provides essential services like affordable housing, job training, employment assistance, and educational opportunities for families and individuals in need.

Coming from out of town? We'll be announcing a hotel block soon with special rates for attendees—stay tuned!

Badges are on sale now!

Early Bird (first 100 or until July 31): $25

Weekend Pre-Sale: $30

Weekend At the Door: $35

Friday or Saturday Only: $15

Sunday Family Day (March 22): $10 for up to 2 adults + any children from the same household

We’ll also feature a curated selection of regional vendors—perfect for finding unique games, accessories, and collectibles.

Interested in being a part of the action? We’re now accepting volunteers, vendors, and sponsors! Reach out to us at mankatocon@gmail.com to learn more.

Come play, connect, and support a great cause—we can’t wait to see you at Mankato Con 2026!