Basic Information: The World Boardgaming Championships, hosted by the Boardgame Players Association, is a great event for fans of wargames and designer games. The emphasis is very much on tournament play, although open gaming has grown in popularity in recent years.
Location: The World Boardgaming Championships are held at the Lancaster Host Resort in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Dates: The main convention takes place Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008 to Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008. Separate pre-con events will be scheduled.
Future Dates: Aug. 4-9, 2009; Aug. 3-8, 2010.
What You'll See: The World Boardgaming Championships focuses on two styles of games: wargames and designer games (also known as German-style games or Euro-games). Open gaming and an exhibitor hall are available, but the real focus is on tournament play.
Cost: $40 to $70, depending how many days you register for.
Accommodations: The Lancaster Host is also a hotel, with special prices for WBC attendees. Several other hotels are available nearby, including Continental Inn and Red Roof Inn. Old Mill Stream Campground is located about half a mile away.
Parking: There's plenty of parking available at the Lancaster Host, at no charge.
Web Site: www.boardgamers.org
