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Sold-Out Gen Con 2026 Expands to Victory Field
30 Jul
Summary
- Gen Con 2026 is sold out with an estimated 72,000 attendees expected.
- New attractions include a drone light show and expansion into Victory Field.
- A public block party offers food trucks and local vendors.
Gen Con 2026, the premier tabletop gaming convention in North America, is currently underway at the Indiana Convention Center from July 30 to August 2. Organizers anticipate approximately 72,000 attendees, with all badges sold out. This year's event introduces new spectacles, including a 1,000-drone light show scheduled for Saturday evening over downtown Indianapolis, hosted by Wizards of the Coast.
Expansion marks a significant feature of Gen Con 2026, with new events taking place at Victory Field. This includes a special meetup with popular author Matt Dinniman, known for the "Dungeon Crawler Carl" series, which is also being adapted into a Peacock TV show. Dinniman will also participate in playing games and livestreaming the new "Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG."
Further enhancing the attendee experience, the convention transforms the Indiana Repertory Theater into "D&D Tower" and features a "Hobbiton Summer Festival" Magic: The Gathering activation within Lucas Oil Stadium. For the public, the annual Block Party on South Street remains a highlight, offering a variety of local food trucks and businesses, even for those without convention badges.
