Game Nights, Tournaments & Prerelease Events in Escondido

On Board Gaming runs events all week long — Magic: The Gathering and Pokemon tournaments, prerelease weekends for every new set, Thursday Night Fights for miniatures players, and casual game nights across every game we carry. Everyone from first-timers to grinders is welcome.

Browse the calendar below for dates and start times. Want to practice ahead of an event? Book a table any time we're open, or contact the store with questions about signing up.

The weekly lineup

Monday — Commander Night (casual), 6:00 PM

Tuesday — Star Wars: Legion (5:00 PM), Lorcana tournament (6:00 PM), Gundam tournament (6:30 PM), and Union Arena (7:00 PM) — yes, we run events in parallel

Wednesday — Pokemon (6:30 PM), Star Wars: Unlimited (6:30 PM), and Modern (7:00 PM) tournaments

Thursday — Thursday Night Fights for miniatures players (5:30 PM), plus Riftbound Nexus Night (6:30 PM) and One Piece (7:00 PM) tournaments

Friday — Kill Team (6:00 PM), CEDH (6:00 PM), Friday Night Magic draft (6:00 PM), and FNM Standard (7:00 PM)

Saturday — One Piece: Pirate Party (12:30 PM), Commander Night (6:00 PM), Riftbound Nexus Night (6:30 PM), and daytime specials: RCQs, prereleases, and release events

Sunday — afternoon events: Lorcana and Gundam tournaments (12:30 PM), Standard Showdown (1:00 PM), and One Piece (4:00 PM)

Special events — prerelease weekends, RCQs, and release celebrations — layer on top of the weekly lineup. The calendar below is always the source of truth for dates and start times.

Event calendar

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Find your game

Magic: The Gathering — Commander Night twice a week (Monday and Saturday), CEDH, FNM draft, and FNM Standard every Friday, Standard Showdown on Sundays, Modern on Wednesdays, plus RCQs and a full prerelease weekend for every new set.

Pokemon TCG — weekly Wednesday tournaments at 6:30 PM, plus League Challenges.

One Piece Card Game — Thursday evenings, Saturday's Pirate Party at 12:30 PM, and Sunday afternoons.

Riftbound — Nexus Night on Thursdays and Saturdays, plus Pre-Rift events for new set launches.

Disney Lorcana — Tuesday-night and Sunday-afternoon tournaments.

Star Wars: Unlimited — Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM.

Gundam Card Game — Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons, including release-day events.

Union Arena — Tuesday nights at 7:00 PM.

Miniatures — Thursday Night Fights: Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, and more; bring your army and get a game in. Plus Star Wars: Legion on Tuesdays (5:00 PM) and Kill Team on Fridays (6:00 PM).

Event FAQ

How do I sign up for an event?

Grab a ticket online from the grid above or at the register. Walk-ins are welcome while seats last; big events like prereleases and RCQs sell out, so booking ahead is smart.

Are events beginner-friendly?

Yes. Casual nights like Commander Night and league play are the best place to start, and staff can help you find the right event for your experience level.

Do I need to bring my own deck or army?

For most events, yes. For sealed events (drafts, prereleases) the product is included in your entry — just bring yourself.

What do events cost, and what are the prizes?

Entry varies by event; each ticket lists its price and prize support. Most weekly events pay out in store credit or packs.

What time should I arrive?

15–20 minutes before the listed start so we can get you registered and seated.

Can I just come play outside of events?

Any time we're open — book a table or walk in.