Free tabletop convention · Portland, Maine
FriendCon Fall 2026 Board games, RPGs & open play.
Friday and Saturday, October 9–10, at the Portland Public Library. Admission is free, walk-ins are welcome, and many games will be taught.
Games
Choose a scheduled game or find an open table.
Bring a game or use the shared library. Stay for one session or the whole day.
Board & card games
Party games, strategy games, card games, and more. Many hosts will teach the rules.
Roleplaying games
One-shot sessions for new and experienced roleplayers.
Open gaming
Choose what to play after you arrive. No reservation is needed.
New players welcome
Volunteers can help first-time and solo attendees find a game.
Game listings are live
Host a game or save your seat at someone else’s table.
The FriendCon event board is where hosts post board games, RPGs, and other tabletop sessions. Browse what’s planned, RSVP for a saved seat, or add a listing for a game you want to run.
Hours
Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
General admission does not require registration. RSVPs are available for individual hosted games with limited seats.
Game listings are liveFriday
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Saturday
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Kids Block · Time TBD
Play-to-Win
Play it here. You might take it home.
Play one of the featured games at FriendCon and enter for a chance to take home a copy. Entry and drawing details will be available at the convention. About the Play-to-Win format ↗
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Mistborn: The Deckbuilding Game
Brotherwise Games
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Night of the Ninja
Brotherwise Games
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Euphoria: Build a Better Dystopia
Stonemaier Games
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Ahoy
Leder Games
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Botany
Dux Somnium Games
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Stable Times
Lovemore Games
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Games, books & FriendCon gear.
Stop by between games. Each table keeps its own hours.
Crossroad Games
Visit Crossroad Games on FacebookSaturday –
The Lucky Fox Bookshop
Visit The Lucky Fox BookshopSaturday –
FriendCon merch
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Location
Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square.
Come for one game or both days. You do not need to arrive with a group or bring a game.
Portland Public Library
Downtown Branch5 Monument Square
Portland, Maine 04101
The Downtown Branch is accessible and served by local bus routes. Nearby options include street parking, the Elm Street Parking Garage, and the Midtown Parking Garage.
All ages
Saturday will include a Kids Block; the time will be announced. An adult must accompany participants under 16.
Accessibility
The library is accessible. Contact FriendCon with event-specific access questions or accommodation requests.
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Frequently asked questions
What to know before you arrive.
Does FriendCon Fall 2026 cost anything?
No. General admission is completely free on both Friday and Saturday.
Do I need to register before I arrive?
No registration is required for general admission, and walk-ins are welcome. You can RSVP separately for an individual hosted game when you want to reserve a limited seat.
How do I reserve a seat in a scheduled game?
Open the FriendCon game listings, choose a session, and RSVP. A game RSVP saves your seat at that table; it is not required for general admission.
What is Play-to-Win?
Play one of the featured Play-to-Win games during FriendCon and enter for a chance to take home a copy. Entry and drawing details will be available at the convention.
Can I come by myself?
Yes. Volunteers can help solo attendees find a game and meet other players.
Do I need to know how to play?
No. Many hosts teach the rules at the table. Game listings will note when prior experience is helpful.
Should I bring a game?
You do not need to. Games will be available to borrow, and attendees and volunteers will bring games to share. You are also welcome to bring a favorite for open play.
Can I host a board game or RPG?
Yes. You can teach a board game, run a roleplaying session, or organize another tabletop activity. Add it to the FriendCon game listings so players can find it and RSVP.
Can I attend for only part of the convention?
Yes. Stop in for one game, part of a day, a full day, or both days. Attendees may arrive throughout the event.
Is FriendCon appropriate for children?
FriendCon is open to all ages, but an adult must accompany participants under 16. Saturday will include a Kids Block; the time is still to be announced.
Keep in touch
Get Fall 2026 updates.
Join Discord for announcements, questions, game planning, and volunteering.