Buckeye Game Fest is known for open gaming, but each year, we hold over 100+ events at no additional charge to attendees. Check out last years events to get a feel for the type of events you may see again this year 2025 events.

Event Registration will open in Feb 7 2026

Events are often free to register for. See something you want to participate in? Click “Get” to add that ticket to your cart and check out.

Game Master Information

Event Submissions are now OPEN.

READ ME FIRST: BGF Event Host Information 

To receive a GM badge, you must run at least two separate events with a minimum of 32 player hours.
(# of players not counting you x duration of the event)
Ex: 5 players x 4 hrs = 20 Player Hours for a Game of Dead of Winter

As a thank you for running events at BGF, all qualifying GMs can receive free admission to BGF.

Please be as precise as you can when registering to run an event. The more information you give upfront, the better we can schedule the events to maximize everyone’s enjoyment.