Minneapolis passes the baton to a widely anticipated Barcelona, which will become the epicenter for MagicCon for the first time. This fan-favorite gathering for Magic: The Gathering will unfold from July 28 to July 30, offering a full weekend centered at the impressive facilities of the Fira de Barcelona. Attendees can expect a deep dive into the iconic card game alongside the eagerly awaited expansion set Lord of the Rings: Tales from Middle-earth, making it a milestone event for fans across the globe.
Ticket availability remains strong but space is limited, so eager enthusiasts should act promptly. The fair promises a packed calendar of activities: in Barcelona, the marquee attraction will be the Lord of the Rings Pro Tour, a pinnacle tournament where the world’s top players converge to compete for prestige and a substantial prize pool, highlighted by a $500,000 prize distributed among all finalists.
Pro Tour qualifiers have been confirmed, adding an extra layer of excitement to the weekend. Besides the main event, attendees can look forward to cosplay contests and a variety of side activities, including events that offer invitations to future Pro Tour appearances for a select few. In addition to the central competition and its qualifiers, participants will find other formats such as the Secret Asylum Showdown, a presentation tournament welcoming up to 32 players who stand a strong chance to win valuable prizes.
In addition, Gavin Verhey, the renowned designer from Wizards of the Coast, will oversee a special tournament titled The Un-known. Fans of the Tolkien-inspired themes will be treated to thematic experiences, while opportunities to explore the Commander Masters set will be available for those eager to expand their collections.
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The schedule also features a robust lineup of conferences and presentations. Among the highlights is a richly produced panel led by Mark Rosewater, the lead designer of Magic: The Gathering. Other prominent figures from the Magic universe—Jimmy Wong, Josh Lee Kwai, and illustrators such as John Avon, Richard Kane Ferguson, Wizard of Barge, Justin and Alexis Hernandez—are expected to appear throughout the event, drawing enthusiasts from around the world into focused discussions and showcase sessions.
In summary, the three-day festival promises non-stop action, celebrating MagiCon in Spain for the first time while welcoming the world’s best Magic players, creators, illustrators, cosplayers, and fans into a vibrant, immersive environment in Barcelona, an experience designed to captivate participants from start to finish.