Dungeons & Dragons is Coming to MagicCon: Chicago

MagicCon is the place for fans of one of the most popular trading card games to come together to share their love for Magic: The Gathering. The convention is packed with three days of Magic events. But this February, MagicCon: Chicago is going bigger. Dungeons & Dragons will be making an official appearance at MagicCon: Chicago.

The convention will be filled with activities for Magic and D&D fans of all ages. There will be artists available to sign your cards, books, and merch, and your favorite content creators to meet. We’re also putting together D&D play events, a celebrity-packed D&D Live Game, and treasures you can take home to remember the convention!

Click below to learn more:

D&D Live – Baldur's Gate: From Hags to Liches

D&D Live Game MagicCon Chicago featuring Dungeons & Dragons. Featuring Samantha Beart, Aabria Iyengar, Neil Newbon, Devora Wilde, Theo Solomon!

Dungeon Master Aabria Iyengar takes the helm to lead a star-studded party of adventurers as they return to Baldur’s Gate in the D&D Live game Baldur’s Gate: From Hags to Liches. Our party members include:

  • Neil Newbon as Astarion
  • Samantha Béart as Karlach
  • Devora Wilde as Lae’zel
  • Theo Solomon as Wyll Ravengard

Catch the action of D&D Live on February 22 at 6:30 p.m. CT on the Mana Stage. Your Level 20 badge guarantees your seat at what is sure to be a fantastic show!

Play D&D at MagicCon: Chicago

Dungeons & Dragons makes its debut at MagicCon: Chicago with a bang as we’ll be previewing select adventures for the upcoming Legends of Greyhawk, a convention-focused, organized play campaign. Baldman Games will be bringing you this special event where you can get a glimpse into convention play for D&D in the near future.

And if you fancy planeswalking, there’ll be a special MTG x D&D play event that will take you and your friends to the dragon-infested plane of Tarkir.

Level 20 VIP badge holders will be able to access a selection of exclusive events and activities, including three epic campaigns. Talented Dungeon Masters will be at MagicCon to deliver exciting D&D experiences with three thrilling adventures: A Village Called Hommlet, Darkness in Nulb, and Ruins of the Moathouse.

To learn more about play events, visit the MagicCon: Chicago website.

D&D Panels You Don’t Want to Miss

MagicCon: Chicago is shaping up to be an unforgettable adventure for D&D and Magic: The Gathering fans, and there's even more to get excited about! Two D&D panels full of special guests, thrilling adventures—and a little bite of creativity—will take you along on magic-filled journies. Read below for details!

Burrowed in Strixhaven - 2/21 @ 11AM-2PM

Headshots of Dicecream Sandwich, Mayanna Berrin, David Tilstra, Persephone Valentine, and Matt Tabakthrough

Join Dicecream Sandwich in the DM chair as they take three D&D personalities—Mayanna Berrin, David Tilstra, and Persephone Valentine—as well as the erudite Wizard, Matt Tabakthrough, though a D&D one-shot of epic(ly small) proportions! Follow along as a brave band of critters from Bloomburrow venture into the arcane halls of Strixhaven to save their village elder from danger!

Dungeons and Delicacies - 2/21 @ 4PM-7PM

Headshots of Kathleen from Loading Ready Run, Chef Mike Haracz, Quincy’s Tavern, ZMain, and Urbanbohemian

Kathleen from Loading Ready Run steps up as Dungeon Master, and she'll lead Chef Mike Haracz, Quincy’s Tavern, ZMain, and Urbanbohemian through a culinary quest featuring dangerous delicacies—monsters from the new Monster Manual!

Dungeons & Dragons Merch

A picture showing a D&D messenger bag and jean jacket featuring Tiamat

It wouldn’t be a D&D adventure without some sweet loot. New and exclusive merchandise will be available at the show, including a wicked jacket that allows you to show off your loyalty to Tiamat, the queen of chromatic dragons. More previews will be dropping as we get closer to the show, so stay tuned for more news!

D&D and Magic Artist Signings

Art of Magic featuring Even Fong, Justine Jones, Tyler Jacobson. More Artists to be Announced Soon!

Both Magic and D&D are known for their amazing art and the amazingly talented artists behind it. The Art of Magic is expanding to showcase the fantastic art and artists of D&D, giving you an opportunity to meet the skilled folks who bring these worlds to life. So make sure to pack plenty of Sharpies and any books, cards, or collectibles you want signed. Check back soon for more artists to be announced!

MagicCon: Chicago Badges

You’ll be able to enjoy everything MagicCon has to offer with most badge types:

D&D Level 20 VIP Badges

Offering the ultimate D&D experience at MagicCon: Chicago, the D&D Level 20 VIP badge has it all. You’ll receive foil promo cards, an exclusive Level 20 dice set, container, and D&D branded bag. But what are dice without a reason to roll them?

This ticket also comes with three bespoke D&D sessions with a dedicated Dungeon Master, entry to and reserved seating for the D&D Live Game, and 10% off the official MagicCon Show Store.

Legendary VIP Badges

If you’re not quite looking for the Level 20 experience, the Legendary VIP badge is the one for you. It gives you access to exclusive merch, including the D&D 50th Anniversary d20 and Magic: The Gathering Collectors Boosters. You’ll also be able to meet D&D creators and artists, experience the D&D Live Game, and explore the rest of the show. This is a fantastic option for those looking to balance their D&D and Magic experiences.

Weekend (Premium and Regular) Badges

If you’re just here for the MagicCon Show, then the weekend badge is for you. You’ll have access to the entire show for the full three days and receive a limited edition D&D 50th Anniversary d20.

Single Day (Premium and Regular) Badges

For when you don’t have enough time for a whole weekend of Magic and D&D, there’s the single day badge. Join in for all the same activities as everyone else to cram more fun into a single day than you’d think possible. This ticket comes with a limited D&D 50th Anniversary d20 and the ability to participate in ticketed play events, buy merch, and meet creators and artists.

Please note that Saturday badges are SOLD OUT, but Friday and Sunday badges are still available. This badge does not grant access to the D&D Live Game.

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Davyd is a Dungeon Master living in the south of England with his wife Steph, daughter Willow, and two cats Khatleesi and Mollie. In addition to D&D, he loves writing, 3d printing, and experimenting home automation, often combining all four with varying degrees of success.

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