25th - 27th April 2025

3 Days of Gaming in the heart of Manchester.

By the Dungeons & Flagons Events Team.

VENUE   ||   WHAT TO EXPECT   ||   TIMINGS

Venue

Sachas Hotel, Northern Quarter,

12 Tib St, Back Piccadilly, Manchester M4 1SH

HERE for full venue information

What to expect

Games Library

Access to the D&F Board Game Library: Dive into over 500 games, from party favourites to strategic challenges. With something for everyone, our friendly D&F hosts are always on hand to give you recommendations and help you find the perfect game.

Bookable Sessions

Throughout the weekend, you can join RPG sessions and Seminars!

FIND OUT WHAT'S ON HERE

Bring & Buy Sale

Find a bargain or sell your pre-loved games. A great way to make space on your shelf for new favourites!

How it works HERE

Play To Win Shelf

Try out brilliant games from generous publishers—and be in with a chance to win them!

Check out any game from the Play to Win Shelf at the Library Desk and you’ll be entered into a draw to win a copy.

Draw takes place Sunday at 6 PM – we’ll contact any winners not present.

Play Test Tables & Demo Zone

Try exciting new games and learn directly from the designers!

Got a game in development? [Book a free playtest table HERE
Ready to demo a finished game? Email us at info@dungeonsandflagons.co.uk to enquire about a Demo Zone Table.

Charity Board Game Bingo & Pub Quiz

Join James at 3 PM Saturday for his now-infamous Board Game Pub Quiz—win prizes and raise money for great causes!

Then come back at 3 PM Sunday for a round of Board Game Bingo, with more prizes up for grabs.

Suggested minimum donation: £1 per person to take part.

MCR Geek Fayre

Explore 37 incredible traders showcasing a treasure trove of indie geek culture! From unique art and board games to TTRPGs, handmade jewellery, and geeky must-haves, there’s something for every fan.

🎟️ Free entry with your MBGF lanyard!

Sat & Sun - 11am-5pm

Times

Friday: 3pm - Midnight

Saturday 10am - Midnight

Sunday 10am - 8pm 

Some areas of the festival may close earlier,   
Geek Fayre open Sat & Sun 11am -5pm

Games Library closes 6pm Sun all games returned by 8pm Sun.

Be a Part of It: Sponsors, Events, Traders, and Seminars – Get in Touch!