CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - An event for gamers is leveling up for its second year.
Heartland Gaming Con is set for Saturday and Sunday, May 31-June 1 at the A.C. Brase Arena in Cape Girardeau.
Events are taking place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. the first day, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the second.
The family-friendly event features activities for all ages, including vendors, tournaments and a free-to-play library.
There is also a game consignment shop, where players can bring used games to sell. Organizers ask that items brought to sell be clean and in good condition.
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In 2024, Chris Elfrink said the inaugural event drew crowds of more than 500 on the first day.
“We totaled out to be a little over 650 people. It was great, it was absolutely great.”
Elfrink said part of the goal of Heartland Gaming Con is to help gamers in the area make friends and build a community.
Visit heartlandgamingcon.com to purchase tickets.
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