Massive Board Game Expo Returns to QC This May With Free Entry for Locals
Get ready to unplug and roll the dice. The massive All ABoard Expo 2026 takes over the Quezon City M.I.C.E. Center from May 28 to 31. This four-day event gathers hardcore gamers, families, and total newbies for the biggest tabletop gaming convention in Southeast Asia.
What to Expect at Southeast Asia’s Biggest Tabletop Convention
You will find over 300 games across the massive free-play areas. The organizers promise thrilling tournaments for hit games like Unmatched, Ashes: Ascendancy, and Harmonies.
First-timers have absolutely nothing to fear! Friendly volunteers stand by to teach you the mechanics of every single game. You even progress through five different skill stages as you level up your gameplay.
Fans will also rub elbows with international tabletop legends. Expect appearances from Tom Vasel of The Dice Tower, Pandemic Legacy designer Rob Daviau, and Cascadia creator Randy Flynn.
Ticket Prices and How to Score Free Passes
Quezon City Local Government residents score a major win here. You enter completely free of charge with the Tamaraw QC Pass. Kids aged 12 and below also get in for free.
Non-residents only pay a minimal P150 fee for the Binturong Pass.
Die-hard fans can grab VIP tiers packed with exclusive loot and Battle Pass pins:
- Adarna VIP Pass: P3,000
- Bakunawa VIP Pass: P5,500 (Currently on sale from P5,900)
Fresh Drops and Local Game Premieres
Prepare your wallets for a massive tabletop budol! Gaming Library brings heavy hitters to the expo floor. They will debut highly anticipated Philippine-centric titles that highlight local culture and art.
Add these exciting new drops to your shopping list:
- Sinigang (P500): A savory, fun collaboration with Kapitan Tambay.
- Kalikasan (P2,500): The official Philippine edition of the award-winning game Cascadia.
- Modern Art PH (P2,500): A stunning localized edition featuring visual masterpieces from National Artists like Larry Alcala and Abdulmari Imao.
Free Rides and How to Get There
The M.I.C.E. Center sits comfortably inside the Quezon City Hall compound.
To make your commute seamless, the city offers free QCity Bus shuttles to and from the venue. You can catch a free ride at these designated pickup points:
- Cubao
- Litex
- General Luis
- Mindanao Avenue
- Gilmore
- C5 (Ortigas Exit)
- Muñoz
Traveling from out of town? The organizers partnered with Seda Hotels for exclusive room discounts. You can play all weekend without worrying about the long drive home.
Will we see you rolling dice at the M.I.C.E. Center this weekend, and which new local game are you most excited to try? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
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