We're celebrating D&D’s 50th anniversary in-person at conventions, and we’re kicking it off with a weekend of fun at Gary Con in the birthplace of D&D! The event takes place from Thursday, March 21, through Sunday, March 24, in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

All times listed below are Central Daylight Time (CDT). For more information on the show, visit the Gary Con website.

D&D Panels

D&D 50th Anniversary Preview

• Friday, March 22
• 12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.
• Grand Geneva Resort and Hotel, Swinghurst

The World's Greatest Roleplaying Game celebrates its 50th anniversary! Join our game designers—Chris Perkins, Justice Arman, Amanda Hamon, and Jason Tondro—with LaTia Jacquise as moderator as they reveal what’s in store for 2024 and the exciting future ahead!

Information from this panel will be available on D&D Beyond following the convention.

Dungeon Mastering Tips & Tricks

• Saturday, March 23
• 5:00 p.m. – 5:50 p.m.
• Grand Geneva Resort and Hotel, Swinghurst

Join the D&D game designers from Wizards of the Coast to learn their favorite tips and tricks to Dungeon Mastering plus a sneak peek of the 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide! Fun and informative for everyone—from veterans to new DMs. Featuring Chris Perkins, Justice Arman, Amanda Hamon, and Jason Tondro.

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Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth Tournament

• Friday, March 22
• 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
• Grand Geneva Resort and Hotel, Grand Ballroom C

Deep in the Yatil Mountains lie the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth, formerly occupied by the legendary archmage Iggwilv the Witch Queen. Though Iggwilv is long gone, her lair is anything but empty. Can you brave the threats within and find fortune before succumbing to danger? Join in a special tournament version of this adventure, with 9th-level premade characters provided. Fabulous prizes will be awarded for top scoring groups!

Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth Non-Competitive Play

• Saturday, March 23, to Sunday, March 24
• Various times each day
• Grand Geneva Resort and Hotel, Grand Ballroom C

A more traditional play session of Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth. Players can use premade characters or bring their 9th level Adventurers League character to participate!

D&D Adventurers League Epic: Proxy Hunt

• Saturday, March 23
• 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Grand Geneva Resort and Hotel, Grand Ballroom C

"Proxy Hunt" is the first-ever epic adventure allowing cross-campaign play in Adventurers League! Starting in Sigil, the City of Doors, the adventure premieres at Gary Con and is suitable for Adventurers League characters levels 5-16.

Other D&D Activities

D&D Designer Signings

• Friday, March 22 – 2:00 p.m.
• Saturday, March 23 – 11:00 a.m.
• Location TBD

Come get your books signed by the designers! Chris Perkins, Amanda Hamon, Justice Arman, and Jason Tondro will be there!

Partner Spotlights

We’ll have many glimpses into the near future happening at Gary Con—at our panels, on display near the convention HQ, and even on some of the clothes our staff will be wearing!

For example, you can check out a line of Aloha shirts from Reyn Spooner that commemorate the 50th anniversary of D&D! With artwork done by hand by an artist in Hawaii, these shirts highlight iconic monsters and the adventurers who face off against them.

Keep an eye on our social channels and here on D&D Beyond for more information.