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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 20h

The 2027 Junior Gamer Designed Pins are IN! Congratulations again to Gretchen for creating such and amazing design, and Thank You @foambrain.com for bringing her creation to life!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 21h

RPG Event Submissions are CLOSED We're working through the last of our RPG submissions and with what we have, we will be FULL. Submission for other types of events is still OPEN through 10/14.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

What did YOU play this weekend? We want to know! What epic tales of victory or defeat, cooperation or backstabing, did you take part?

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Hey GMs! 12 days left to submit events! If you have already submitted, please check your schedule to make sure your events have been added, or if any changes have been requested. The last thing we want is for someone to arrive thinking they have a GM Badge but missed completing a few steps.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] Back for another Midwinter, Kira's Magick Needle offers a wonderful selection of hand crafted witch and wizard hats. Embroidered notebooks and drawstring bags.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Congratulations Lyndsey S., YOU are the winner of our September Drawing! Watch for an email from Midwinter HQ to claim your prize! Not Lyndsey? We still have THREE more drawings! Make sure you're set for our October drawing and snag your badge for the 2027 show (GMs do NOT purchase your badge)

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Holy Cats Batman...September has come and gone & it's time for our Monthly Drawing! Our Winner will be announced Thurs, 10/1 - yep, that's tomorrow! All you need is your badge! BONUS, Pre-Reg pricing is the absolute best value you'll find for Midwinter. Save now AND be entered to win!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] "Void Gate Games is a Chicago based tabletop gaming company that creates games that are easy to learn and always fun to play."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We've crossed 1,000 events! Pictured is the current mental state of Midwinter HQ (Beaker) as TTEs (Dr. Bunsen Honeydew) notifications continute to hit the inbox. Thank you for being flexible with your events times! Event Submission is open until 10/14 or when we run out of space.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Event Registration begins on November 15th at 10am Central. But wait...what's this? We've added a few more Jump the Line Badges based on demand! So if you want a head start on Event Regstration, snag a Jump the Line Badge and you'll be set to sign up for events on November 1st at 10am Central.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] Joining Midwinter for the first time... Dice Flinger LLC "Unique tabletop gaming accessories designed for boardgame & RPG players. From our signature Dice Cannon to fantasy-inspired dice towers & trays, our products combine medieval style with real tabletop functionality."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

968 Events...how is it possible? Awiens (IYKYK) We're only 99 events away from our total last Midwinter, & Event Submission ENDS in 21 days. We've repeated this over and over because we don't want you to be surprised when Event Submissions CLOSE 10/14. For reals...21 days...that's it...no joke!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

MIDTOBERFEST is a "Pay What You Can" event, everyone is welcome regardless of $$! For those who want to support at a higher level, we have "badges" that snag you perks at our flagship event, Midwinter Gaming Convention - including this nifty ribbon! Everything starts from something...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

[EXHBITOR SPOTLIGHT] Dump Stat Adventures returns to Midwinter! "We create unique adventures and supplementary rulebooks for D&D 5e/5.5e and Pathfinder 2e."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Back again is the Midwinter Rummage Thurs, 1/14 1pm-4pm & Sun, 1/17 9am-12pm Sell the games you no longer need (new or used) & other gaming goodness you want gone . Tables may be shared, all sales handled by the individual table. The fee is for table space/sales only. Event #s 171 and 1001

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

[FEATURED TITLE FRIDAY] Each Friday (mostly) leading up to the show we'll highlight one of the games from our Featured Titles track. Today's game is Familiars and Foes from Horrible Adorables. Play any of our Featured Titles and you'll earn additional entries into our Daily Drawings at the show!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

[SPONSORS] We've got some new Sponsors in the house...THANK YOU to: @botchdice.bsky.social Free League Publishing @tablecatgames.com For your most generous donations!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] "Next LVL Geek believes that gaming should be all about the experience! Whether somebody's into miniature games, vintage, family style, cooperative, competitive or cutthroat style games, we believe there is something for everybody."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

[SPONSOR] @grandgamersguild.bsky.social has 92 HOURS of events scheduled in their Hosted Game Room (aka Woodland B)! Find scheduled play for Endeavor: Deep Sea, Kokeshi, MegaMart Mogul, and Under the Leaves & sign up when event registration goes live in November! tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] @goodmangames.bsky.social is your source for classic adventures! Goodman Games publishes popular titles such as Dungeon Crawl Classics, Mutant Crawl Classics, Xcrawl Classics, Fifth Edition Fantasy, & the hit Original Adventures Reincarnated series.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

ONE MONTH until Event Submissions CLOSE! We're over 900 events & most mid-day times are full. We will do our very best to accommodate, but it helps if you can be flexible. Anne hasn't figured out how to bend space and time yet to create more openings. She's working on it, but in the meantime..

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

ONE MONTH until MIDTOBERFEST Join us for a day to meet Local Game Designers, Learn to Play Tournament Titles, Win Door Prizes...and of course, GAME! Warming up for Midwinter has never been such fun! tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] For Original paintings and prints of original digital artworks be sure to stop by Silent Sylith's booth in the Lake Country Exhibit Hall this January!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Where in the world is Midwinter HQ? We *still* don't have a red hat & trenchcoat (really need to remedy that) but you *will* be able to find Midwinter HQ at Strong Tower Gamers this weekend! Stop by our booth to chat & if you're a GM who needs help sorting their schedule, we can work with you!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

[SPONSOR] West Bend Hobby Knights *may* have something extra special in store for Blood on the Clocktower this January...hint below...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] "@tabletopbookshelf.com is an independent bookstore championing indie authors and small press publishers. Visit our brick-and-mortar location in Milwaukee, where we curate a carefully selected collection of independent gaming books and gifts you won't find in big-box stores."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Play to Win returns! This past Jan we gave away 200 titles, & we're on our way to more this next year. We're also moving Play to Win & Featured Titles to their own dedicated space. Have you tried Play to Win? Did you find a new favorite or walk away with a sought after title?

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We're taking our popular Playtest Party up a level with the NEW Playtest A-Go-Go! A rotating variety of Creators will be on hand every day of the show offering playtests of their newest designs & looking for YOUR feedback! Complete playtests and earn prizes!

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] "@stforgestudios.bsky.social is an indie roleplaying game design studio that focuses on crafting compelling narratives—with a creator focused spotlight. We create full campaigns, storylines, & worlds adaptable for any storyteller’s home world in evocative & immersive ways."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

850 Events so far. That's 223 MORE events than this time last year. Want to sign up for events ahead of the crowd? We have 12 Jump the Line Early Event Registration Badges remaining. Event Reg for these badges will open 11/1 @ 10am CST, 2 weeks before Event Reg opens for all badge types.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Congratulations Stephanie A., YOU are the winner of our August Drawing! Not Stephanie? We still have FOUR more drawings! Make sure you're set for our September drawing and snag your badge for the 2027 show (GMs do NOT purchase your badge) tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

New Exhibitors in their 1st or 2nd year of sales are encouraged to apply, but if you have different circumstances and feel this is the right room for you please connect with us. We know every journey is different and approvals are on a case by case basis. tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

[FEATURED TITLE FRIDAY] Each Friday leading up to the show we'll highlight one of the games from our Featured Titles track. Today's game is Endeavor: Deep Sea from @grandgamersguild.bsky.social! Play through our Featured Titles OR in their Hosted Game Room. tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

It feels like this should be Labor Day Weekend, but the calendar has us all cattywampus. We may have another week, but our August Drawing waits for no one! Our winner will be announced on Tues 9/1. Will it be YOU? All you need is your badge and a bit of luck! tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] Welcome to the Midwinter Family - Wyvern Warfare "Our premier products are made from live edge Wood Burls and colored resins. We also product variations of our products from hardwood such as Zebra wood, Canary wood, Padauk, Hickory, Sapele etc."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

NEW for 2027 Our Illustrations & Imaginations room will debut this January! This new exhibit space will host Traditional Illustration/2D Artists as well as Fiction/Non-Fiction Authors. Space is available for interested Exhibitors - apply at tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] Chimera Hobby Shop has been the longest running Exhibitor at Midwinter Gaming Convention, and we're excited to say they will return for the 2027 show! Their booth is a must-see on your Midwinter list...what items are you most looking forward to browsing with them?

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Event Submission ENDS 10/14 This time last year we had 592 events. As of today we have 734 events scheduled, & 50 pending. If your considering submitting, this is not the year to wait. GMs submitting 8+ hours of events will have their badge comped. Do Not purchase a badge if you plan to submit.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] TNT Creative Gaming is back again! These Milwaukee Brothers have brought you Mythic Gems and we can't wait to get our hands on Complementary Produce very soon! If you can't wait until Midwinter to see these two, make a date to stop by MIDTOBERFEST 10/11.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

[SPONSOR] From our AMAZING Sponsor - @grandgamersguild.bsky.social 🏠 Complete jobs, earn cash, buy houses & vehicles, collect trophies, & become the ultimate Wobbly! 👉 Learn more & preorder here: grandgamersguild.com/wobbly-life Wobbly Life™ is © and ™ RubberBandGames Ltd. Used under license.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

FIVE MONTHS until Midwinter 27! Feelin' cute, might hit up PhoenixCon later...oh wait... Come celebrate the countdown to Midwinter with us and stop by our table this weekend! tabletop.events/conventions/...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

[SPONSOR] Our amazing Sponsor, West Bend Hobby Knights has a NEW FB page...go now and give them a follow! www.facebook.com/thehobbyknig...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

[FEATURED TITLE FRIDAY] Each Friday leading up to the show we'll highlight one of the games from our Featured Titles track. Today's game is Cross The Line from Gray Matters Games! Not only do they create fantastically fun games, they donate a portion of profits to Alzheimer's research.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

[PROJECTS WE LOVE] Local Game Designer The Dice and Dagger has a project that just launched on Kickstarter. What started as a proposal idea has turned into a full fledged board game so good it's hard to believe this is their first project. www.kickstarter.com/projects/the...

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] Art To Stitches joins the Midwinter Family, bringing you original machine embroidery designs on dice bags, patches, keychains, bookmarks, stuffed animal creatures,and wall art.

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

DRUMROLL PLEASE... We are so very excited to announce the winner of this year's Junior Gamer Art Contest! CONGRATULATIONS to Gretchen, your imagination astounds us! (Pictured is "Box of Games" winning artwork by Gretchen)

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

[EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT] "@castingwhimsy.bsky.social is a family-owned business created by two tea lovers. Our unique tea blends are crafted in small batches using only the finest, ethically sourced, loose leaf tea, organic dried spices, herbs, fruit, and artisan ingredients...with a whimsical twist."

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Congratulations Ayden T., YOU are the winner of our July Drawing! Watch for an email from Midwinter HQ as to how to claim your prize! Not Ayden? We still have FIVE more drawings! Make sure you're set for our August drawing and snag your badge for the 2027 show (GMs do NOT purchase your badge)

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Midwinter Gaming @midwintergaming.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

We blinked and another month slipped by. Seriously, it is August? As the calendar turns it means another Monthly Drawing Winner will be chosen! Will it be YOU? All you need is your badge and a bit of luck! Winner will be announced Monday, August 3rd...Stay tuned! tabletop.events/conventions/...

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