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This page provides you with the latest on what is happening in the Edmonton Board Gaming League (EBGL). To receive the League newsletters or get access to the community forums, you will need to register for league play.

Celebrating 20 Years!

Aug 29, 2026

On August 28th, we celebrated 20 years of the Edmonton Board Gaming League with some custom made cakes and great company. Thanks to all of our organizers (Mike, Shawn R, Rob D, and Lance P), the organizer and staff of our primary sponsor (Mission: Fun & Games) for being so accommodating, and of course the 200+ players we've had the privilege to meet and game with over the last 20 years, across all four of our league's headquarters: Mike's Downtown Apartment, Mikes Sherwood Park House (Living Room and Basement), the first Mission: Fun & Games location (McKenney ave), and the current Mission: Fun & Games location (St. Albert Trail).

Of course, to help commemorate 20 years we hosted our first ever house cup tournament this season, which has had many of us dusting off and playing older games to score reputation.

On behalf of the organizers, we hope our members have had as much fun attending and playing as we've had organizing this amazing club. Here's hoping for another 20 more!

Slay the Spire: The Board Game Tournament Results!

Aug 15, 2026

The Slay the Spire: The Board Game cooperative tournament ended on August 14th with first place going to a 12-way tie between Bou J, Chris F, Chris H, Chris S, Earl K, Lance P, Mark H, Michael F, Mike I, Patrick C, Rob D, and Zechariah S with 10 points (2W,0S,1P,2T,0L,0GW) over the three days. Second place went to a 3-way tie between Julie S, Randal P, and Rigel V with 8 points (1W,1S,1P,2T,0L,0GW)

While the game was long, it was also not our lowest cost game so a huge thanks to everyone who bought or supplied copies. We hope those who powered through all three nights of the focus had a great time in the end.

2026 Dawn til Dusk

Jul 26, 2026

The EBGL's 11th Annual Dawn till Dusk 15-hour "marathon" gaming tournament was held on Saturday, July 25th at Mission: Fun & Games in St. Albert. This year boasted a slightly new twist on the event, having themed gaming blocks and points awarded based on game duration.

Congrats to the following players on their wins at the event:

First Place: Michael M
Second Place: Chris F
Third Place: Rob D

As usual, first, second, and third place winners all walked away with some nice gift cards to Mission: Fun & Games while all players who attended the entire event received the new 2026 Dawn till Dusk achievement, using the new event art. Huge thanks to Mission: Fun & Games for the venue and thanks to those who helped organize or who brought and hosted themed games throughout the day - there were plenty of first time plays for the attendees this year.

Finally, special thanks to Michael F for teaching and leading our 15 player game of Blood on the Clocktower!

Brass: Birmingham Tournament Results!

Jun 20, 2026

The Brass: Birmingham tournament ended on June 19th with first place tied between Michael F, Mike I, Michael M, and Vincent L with 10 points (2W,0S,1P,2T,0L,0GW) over the three days. Second place went to Randal P with 8 points (1W,1S,1P,2T,0L,0GW)

This was a slightly longer and more complex game than our usual focus games so big thanks to everyone who attended, purchased copies, and helped teach the game during the practice event.