Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser Reminder: Gen Con 50 Event Catalog Releases Sunday, May 14



There are three ways to search for events: the "Find Events" tool which works on mobile and desktop, the Classic Event Finder, and a downloadable spreadsheet that updates every six hours. Each of these search methods offers different benefits, and attendees are encouraged to experiment with different search options to find which they prefer. Links to these options and further information will be sent via newsletter next week and will be made available on the



When events become available on May 14, attendees can begin building their Wish Lists. Additional information on Event Registration and Wish List creation are included with this newsletter. Important note: s Attendees will get their first chance to look at Gen Con 50 events at noon (Eastern) this Sunday, May 14, when the Event Catalog releases. These events are just the initial list of event offerings for Gen Con 50. Additional events will get added prior to Event Registration and throughout the summer, including some from your favorite event organizers.There are three ways to search for events: the "Find Events" tool which works on mobile and desktop, the Classic Event Finder, and a downloadable spreadsheet that updates every six hours. Each of these search methods offers different benefits, and attendees are encouraged to experiment with different search options to find which they prefer. Links to these options and further information will be sent via newsletter next week and will be made available on the gencon.com forums When events become available on May 14, attendees can begin building their Wish Lists. Additional information on Event Registration and Wish List creation are included with this newsletter. ome popular events may not appear with the initial listings, including some RPG events, Gen Con 50 “games” events, and Industry Insiders panels.





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Gen Con 50 Retrospective Programming

Just when you thought Gen Con 50 couldn't get any better, here's another "can't miss" program! Gen Con 50 Retrospective Panels will feature discussions with legendary names from gaming history! Interested in hearing about the first Gen Con? Why not ask those who were there! Curious about Magic: The Gathering's first year? How about tales from TSR history? These panels will feature presenters that can speak to Gen Con's 50 years as a center of gaming culture and history. Panels and more information will follow in the coming weeks. Check out the list of featured presenters Announcing the Official Beer Name for Gen Con 50



Thousands voted and the Official Beer name for Gen Con 50 is ... Dragon's Delight! Dragon's Delight joins former winners 20-Sided Rye (2016), Drink On and Prosper Ale (2015), Froth of Khan (2014), Flagon Slayer (2013), and the Ale of Destiny (2012). A Belgian Golden Ale, Dragon's Delight will be available throughout Indianapolis, beginning on the evening of Wednesday, August 16. Those ages 21 and older can try the beer for the first time at the annual Sun King Tapping Party held live on Georgia St., next to the Indiana Convention Center. Dragon's Delight will ship to participating bars and restaurants, as well as be made available as packaged beer at several retailers around Indianapolis.



Thank you to everyone that submitted names and voted! What is Event Registration? How Can You Participate? Gen Con hosts thousands of ticketed events in a wide variety of categories, including large entertainment events, informational seminars, digital gaming, creative workshops, games like RPGs, board games, card games, and more! With such a wide range of offerings, there is something for every gamer.

Some events have an associated cost, while others are free to attend. For admittance to events, including free ones, you must get a ticket. This ticket will guarantee your seat at the table or in the audience. Your Gen Con 50 badge will give you access to the Exhibit Hall, numerous activities that don’t require a ticket, and to areas open to attendees in the Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium, and participating hotels. Event tickets, however, grant access to hosted events. Some events are highly demanded, and will sell out quickly.



Event Registration for Gen Con 50 will begin on May 28 at noon (Eastern). Anyone with a Gen Con 50 badge may participate. Event Registration will stay open throughout the convention, but attendees are encouraged to purchase their event tickets early to guarantee their participation in events.



After event listings go live on Sunday, attendees may create Wish Lists to curate and prioritize their event choices on gencon.com. Wish Lists are your way to organize your event interests, and will be necessary to participate in the busy opening hours of Event Registration. Highly demanded event tickets will go quickly as attendees submit their Wish Lists. Gen Con recommends that attendees add numerous event tickets to their Wish Lists to increase their chances of getting into select events and prioritizing their choices. Add a variety of events and time slots to increase your chances!



Wish Lists will process in the order in which they are received, beginning at noon (Eastern) on May 28. Once processed, available remaining tickets will get added to attendee’s carts, which then may be secured. If attendees do not complete their transaction two hours after their cart processes, their event tickets will return to the system.



Event tickets will ship with badges if attendees have chosen “Ship-to-Me” options, or will be available at Will Call with your packet, if you have chosen that option.

How Do I Create a Wish List?



When your Wish List is created, you can find and modify it by selecting the "My Wish List" link on the top right of the



You may have no more than 50 events in your Wish List. Have Wish List questions? Email First, you must have an account on gencon.com with a Gen Con 50 badge. When signed-in to your account, if you have a badge, you may start adding events to your Wish Lists. Your badge must be purchased prior to building a Wish List. Adding the first event ticket will create your Wish List. You can add events to your Wish List with any of the three event search methods detailed earlier in this newsletter.When your Wish List is created, you can find and modify it by selecting the "My Wish List" link on the top right of the gencon.com website navigation. You will mouse over your account ID to make the "Your Wish List" link appear. At that link, you may re-order your events, changing their prioritization. You may add events that overlap in schedule, but if overlapping events are all available, priority will be given to the highest ranked event in your Wish List. All remaining events that conflict with tickets that you have in your cart will be skipped automatically.You may have no more than 50 events in your Wish List. Have Wish List questions? Email customerservice@gencon.com Gen Con 50 Mug and Canteen from OffWorld Designs Stay hydrated and caffeinated with this sleek Gen Con 50 mug and canteen available in the Official Gen Con Store. Think of all the delicious beverage possibilities! Join The Gen Con 50 Event Team



Love Gen Con? Ever wanted to get experience working in the events industry? Gen Con has opened applications for its Gen Con 50 Event Team. Event Team roles are all paid positions with benefits based on the amount of time you want to dedicate during the convention. Those at least 18 years of age or older may apply.



You may join the program in either 16 or 32-hour positions. Some examples of Event Team responsibilities include replenishing Program Book stock, monitoring event spaces, and providing breaks for Gen Con Captains.



For those interested in becoming a part of the Gen Con family, learning the in-and-outs of operating a convention, and are prepared to work at least 36 hours over the course of the show, applicants should choose the Apprentice Level of Gen Con's Mentorship Program and work your way up through the ranks!



Interested in joining? You can find the application at this web page, and you must complete it by July 31.

