🎪 October Big Top Board Game Mini Convention – Poole’s Premier Board Gaming Event

📍 Location: RetroCave, Ashley Road, Poole, Dorset

📅 Date: Saturday 17th October 2026

🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Looking for a fun-filled board game day in Poole or exciting gaming events in Dorset? The October Big Top Board Game Mini Convention is the place to be. Hosted at RetroCave, this monthly board game convention brings together players of all ages and experience levels for a full day of tabletop adventures, friendly competition and community fun.

Whether you’re a strategic mastermind or just discovering the world of board games, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to play, learn and meet fellow enthusiasts.

🎲 What to Expect

Our events are all about games, connection and fun:

• 🎯 20+ Board Game Demos

  Join our friendly team for hands-on board game demos, perfect for beginners and experienced players alike.

• 🛍️ Pop-Up Board Game Shop (70+ Titles)

  Browse an extensive collection of modern board games, party games and hidden gems.

• ☕ Food & Drinks

  Keep your energy up with snacks and drinks from RetroCave Café.

• 🎟️ Gamer’s Passport Loyalty Rewards

  Collect stamps as you play and earn rewards:

  • Free entry on your 5th and 10th visit

  • Store discount on your 7th visit

• 🎲 Open Gaming Area

  Bring your favourite games or join others. Perfect for meeting new players and enjoying one of Dorset’s most inclusive board game conventions.

🎭 Special Event Schedule

Highlights to guide your day:

• 12:00 PM – Learn & Play Showcase

  Dive into guided demos of the latest and most popular games.

• 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

  Work together (or sneakily compete) in Hellapagos, the semi-cooperative game where your team must escape a desert island.

• 7:30 PM – Gamer’s Passport Raffle

  See if your stamps have earned you a chance to win 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

• 🎲 Meet and make friends in 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

If you’re searching for a board game convention, regular gaming events in Dorset or guided board game demos, the October Big Top Board Game Mini Convention is the perfect opportunity to discover new games, make friends and roll the dice on a day full of fun.

Join us at RetroCave this October and become part of Poole’s growing tabletop community.