Gaming at Hal-Con
Hal-Con boasts the largest gaming convention east of Montreal, historically featuring 15,000 square feet of gaming on a dedicated floor with 100+ tables in action. Hal-Con offers fans a diverse range of games to play, watch and learn. From fantasy or sci fi RPGs to miniatures war games, board games, collectible card games and more, Hal-Con has something for gamers of all ages and experience levels!
We’ve hosted sanctioned gaming tournaments by partnering with some of the largest game companies in the World, including Repos Production, Days of Wonder, Z-Man Games, and Steve Jackson Games.
Rise To The Challenge!
Are you game for a legendary weekend? Dive into Weekend Warrior, our series of gaming events spread across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Simply participate in one event each day and you’ll earn the exclusive Weekend Warrior button. Plus, you’ll be entered for a chance to WIN a $50 gift card!
Ready to make your mark? Let the games begin! The full Weekend Warrior schedule will be announced before Hal-Con 2025!
Board Game Library
Prefer a more casual gaming experience? Hal-Con’s Board Game Library is a collection of some of the best games of the past and present. During the convention, you can sign out a game at any time (subject to availability) and play with your friends… or make new ones!
Large epic games, small family-oriented games, social games, card games, miniature skirmish games, old games, new games; there is something for everyone. Grab some friends, browse the library, sign a game out and give it a whirl! We’ll also have game gurus on hand to help you get started or make recommendations for you and your friends.
Game Demos
Our amazing Gaming volunteers run demos of specific games throughout the convention weekend. If you’re new to gaming or perhaps feel a little intimidated by all the activity, this is a great place to start!
Board Games for Kids
Check out the kiddo-friendly gaming session being held on Saturday afternoon. Looking to game with your kids all weekend long? There will be a variety of kid-friendly games available in the Board Game Library as well.
Hobby Corner
If you’re into miniatures, we have lots to keep you busy at Hal-Con. The Hobby Corner is a dedicated space for Con-goers to paint and build minis and models. Basic supplies will be available while they last but you are welcome to bring your own supplies and projects! Come work alongside fellow enthusiasts and get tips from our resident experts.
Video Games
Want to sit back and enjoy some console games? We’ll have a variety of consoles and games for you to play. Come hang out and play or watch someone else show off their skills.
Or maybe you’re up for old-school arcade gaming? Hal-Con has a whole room of arcade cabinets provided by Silverball Games.
Game Over, Cancer will also be onsite again this year providing a room full of retro consoles!
Card Games
Hal-Con offers lots of opportunities to play your favourite collectible card games, including a number of casual Magic: The Gathering events hosted by The Deck Box. Generally, a DCI number is not required for participation.
Year-Round Gaming Events
Hal-Con’s Gaming Team is busy year-round, planning and hosting events for the larger geek and gamer community in Halifax! Follow our Gaming Team socials to keep up-to-date with our gaming events, streams, and community. We’d love to see you at our next event!
Send Us A Message
Do you want to see a specific game at Hal-Con? Send us your suggestions for games, demos, and events here. If you’d like to apply to run a gaming workshop, see Fan-Run Panels for more info!