MAGFest - The Music and Gaming Festival
@magfest.org
A four day, 24-hour event dedicated to music and video games located in National Harbor, MD. Hosted by MAGFest, Inc. - a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to making the world a better place through video games. https://www.magfest.org/
Next up in XP stage news is Philly based VGM band Close to Good! For over 13 years Close to Good has delivered a performance packed with faithful VGM covers of games like Mega Man, Streets of Rage, Final Fantasy, and DDR! Catch them in XP Stage's new, expanded location this year.
December 9, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Next up in XP stage news is Philly based VGM band Close to Good! For over 13 years Close to Good has delivered a performance packed with faithful VGM covers of games like Mega Man, Streets of Rage, Final Fantasy, and DDR! Catch them in XP Stage's new, expanded location this year.
Our next guest is veteran game & animation composer Wilbert Roget, II! @wilbertroget.bsky.social has earned nearly a dozen awards & nominations for his scores to games like BAFTA-winning Helldivers 2, & Grammy-nominated Star Wars: Outlaws. That's just one of many accolades, learn more at MAG!
December 8, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Our next guest is veteran game & animation composer Wilbert Roget, II! @wilbertroget.bsky.social has earned nearly a dozen awards & nominations for his scores to games like BAFTA-winning Helldivers 2, & Grammy-nominated Star Wars: Outlaws. That's just one of many accolades, learn more at MAG!
IMPROV! And now that we've gotten your attention: welcome Reflex Improv to the Super MAGFest Arena this year! Offering several improv classes and a performance in panels they'll be there to entertain AND educate. Anyone can learn, so if you're interested make sure to join in at Super!
December 8, 2025 at 4:08 PM
IMPROV! And now that we've gotten your attention: welcome Reflex Improv to the Super MAGFest Arena this year! Offering several improv classes and a performance in panels they'll be there to entertain AND educate. Anyone can learn, so if you're interested make sure to join in at Super!
Coming to XP Stage this year is none other than everyone's favorite band of bards: Bard City! Bard City is a band FOR BARDS, BY BARDS, who use inspiration from fantasy TTRPGs to bring you comical original songs about their lives and adventures (& local government). Don't miss it!
December 7, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Coming to XP Stage this year is none other than everyone's favorite band of bards: Bard City! Bard City is a band FOR BARDS, BY BARDS, who use inspiration from fantasy TTRPGs to bring you comical original songs about their lives and adventures (& local government). Don't miss it!
Pop-Up Lockers are now available for Super MAGFest 2026! Level up your MAGFest experience with secure, accessible storage right where you need it.
Lockers are limited and sell out quickly so reserve yours now at bit.ly/PULxMAG26
Lockers are limited and sell out quickly so reserve yours now at bit.ly/PULxMAG26
December 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Pop-Up Lockers are now available for Super MAGFest 2026! Level up your MAGFest experience with secure, accessible storage right where you need it.
Lockers are limited and sell out quickly so reserve yours now at bit.ly/PULxMAG26
Lockers are limited and sell out quickly so reserve yours now at bit.ly/PULxMAG26
Check out our Super MAGFest 2026 Tabletop Tournament schedule! While we don't have signups live yet, we'll be making sure you know when we do! Keep checking back and get strategizing if you want to beat us in Flamecraft! 😜
December 6, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Check out our Super MAGFest 2026 Tabletop Tournament schedule! While we don't have signups live yet, we'll be making sure you know when we do! Keep checking back and get strategizing if you want to beat us in Flamecraft! 😜
Next up in our absolutely stacked lineup of guests is @RealCarlosFerro, best known as the voice of Dom Santiago in Gears of War 1-5, the voice of Leonardo da Vinci in the Assassin's Creed franchise, and Michael Corleone in The Godfather II!
December 6, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Next up in our absolutely stacked lineup of guests is @RealCarlosFerro, best known as the voice of Dom Santiago in Gears of War 1-5, the voice of Leonardo da Vinci in the Assassin's Creed franchise, and Michael Corleone in The Godfather II!
Good news everyone! Pop Up Lockers are returning to MAGFest! This year there are a few new features, too: multi-user locks for shared access and specialized storage for musicians! Lockers will go live ✨TOMORROW at 6PM ET✨ - we'll have the link available then!
December 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Good news everyone! Pop Up Lockers are returning to MAGFest! This year there are a few new features, too: multi-user locks for shared access and specialized storage for musicians! Lockers will go live ✨TOMORROW at 6PM ET✨ - we'll have the link available then!
Calling storytellers, game masters, and players from across the DMV & beyond!
Looking for something to do with your MAGFest Sunday morning? Want to keep the gaming going after MAGFest ends? The D&D and Small Press RPG Department invites you to a Pitch Session Sunday at MAGFest!
Looking for something to do with your MAGFest Sunday morning? Want to keep the gaming going after MAGFest ends? The D&D and Small Press RPG Department invites you to a Pitch Session Sunday at MAGFest!
December 4, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Calling storytellers, game masters, and players from across the DMV & beyond!
Looking for something to do with your MAGFest Sunday morning? Want to keep the gaming going after MAGFest ends? The D&D and Small Press RPG Department invites you to a Pitch Session Sunday at MAGFest!
Looking for something to do with your MAGFest Sunday morning? Want to keep the gaming going after MAGFest ends? The D&D and Small Press RPG Department invites you to a Pitch Session Sunday at MAGFest!
Tattoos are BACK at the MAGFest Charity Booth! We're bringing out 8 licensed tattoo artists to help us raise money for Child's Play Charity! We'll once again be using a lottery system, you can sign up once you pick up your badge. Flash sheets available soon on our attractions page!
December 3, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Tattoos are BACK at the MAGFest Charity Booth! We're bringing out 8 licensed tattoo artists to help us raise money for Child's Play Charity! We'll once again be using a lottery system, you can sign up once you pick up your badge. Flash sheets available soon on our attractions page!
Been working on an AMAZING cosplay all year and want to show it off? Sign up and show it off!
MAGFest 2026 Cosplay Craftmanship Contest applications are open through Dec. 21st! For more info and how to sign up, check super.magfest.org/activities/c...
📸 K8Kotoski
MAGFest 2026 Cosplay Craftmanship Contest applications are open through Dec. 21st! For more info and how to sign up, check super.magfest.org/activities/c...
📸 K8Kotoski
December 2, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Been working on an AMAZING cosplay all year and want to show it off? Sign up and show it off!
MAGFest 2026 Cosplay Craftmanship Contest applications are open through Dec. 21st! For more info and how to sign up, check super.magfest.org/activities/c...
📸 K8Kotoski
MAGFest 2026 Cosplay Craftmanship Contest applications are open through Dec. 21st! For more info and how to sign up, check super.magfest.org/activities/c...
📸 K8Kotoski
Today is Giving Tuesday... and also the last day you can donate to our Superstars campaign to receive perks at Super! You can add an additional donation to your badge, or you can donate via Givebutter here: givebutter.com/Ay7zVi
super.magfest.org/contribute/s... for more info!
super.magfest.org/contribute/s... for more info!
December 2, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Today is Giving Tuesday... and also the last day you can donate to our Superstars campaign to receive perks at Super! You can add an additional donation to your badge, or you can donate via Givebutter here: givebutter.com/Ay7zVi
super.magfest.org/contribute/s... for more info!
super.magfest.org/contribute/s... for more info!
MAGES is excited to welcome Billy Tringali to Super MAGFest 2026!
Billy is a researcher, speaker, & faculty librarian at Indiana University Indianapolis AND the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anime & Manga Studies and Coordinator of JAMS@AX, the academic conference at Anime Expo!
Billy is a researcher, speaker, & faculty librarian at Indiana University Indianapolis AND the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anime & Manga Studies and Coordinator of JAMS@AX, the academic conference at Anime Expo!
December 2, 2025 at 12:12 AM
MAGES is excited to welcome Billy Tringali to Super MAGFest 2026!
Billy is a researcher, speaker, & faculty librarian at Indiana University Indianapolis AND the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anime & Manga Studies and Coordinator of JAMS@AX, the academic conference at Anime Expo!
Billy is a researcher, speaker, & faculty librarian at Indiana University Indianapolis AND the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anime & Manga Studies and Coordinator of JAMS@AX, the academic conference at Anime Expo!
All parking information - including reserved parking - for Super MAGFest is live on our website!
super.magfest.org/attend/hotel...
super.magfest.org/attend/hotel...
November 30, 2025 at 5:01 PM
All parking information - including reserved parking - for Super MAGFest is live on our website!
super.magfest.org/attend/hotel...
super.magfest.org/attend/hotel...
Next up in our Super MAGFest Arena roster is Cosplay Pro Wrestling, where your favorite video game, comic book, and anime characters collide! As the leading force in cosplay sports entertainment, they'll delight with a mix of in-person performances and recorded matches. Catch them at MAG in 40 DAYS!
November 30, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Next up in our Super MAGFest Arena roster is Cosplay Pro Wrestling, where your favorite video game, comic book, and anime characters collide! As the leading force in cosplay sports entertainment, they'll delight with a mix of in-person performances and recorded matches. Catch them at MAG in 40 DAYS!
Latin Dancing for Nerds is back in the Super MAGFest arena!
Latin Dancing for Nerds teaches partner dances (Bachata & Salsa) to video game and anime song remixes. No need to bring a partner, & if you have no dance experience, no worries - they'll walk you through the basics and get grooving!
Latin Dancing for Nerds teaches partner dances (Bachata & Salsa) to video game and anime song remixes. No need to bring a partner, & if you have no dance experience, no worries - they'll walk you through the basics and get grooving!
November 22, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Latin Dancing for Nerds is back in the Super MAGFest arena!
Latin Dancing for Nerds teaches partner dances (Bachata & Salsa) to video game and anime song remixes. No need to bring a partner, & if you have no dance experience, no worries - they'll walk you through the basics and get grooving!
Latin Dancing for Nerds teaches partner dances (Bachata & Salsa) to video game and anime song remixes. No need to bring a partner, & if you have no dance experience, no worries - they'll walk you through the basics and get grooving!
Guess who's Rock-in' up to #Chipspace! We've got an amazing cast of characters hailing from all over, bringing electrifying tunes & hope for the future! Come learn during our demos, slam down during showcases, & be amazed at Open Mic, all starting Thursday 2PM! #MAGFest #chiptune
November 17, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Guess who's Rock-in' up to #Chipspace! We've got an amazing cast of characters hailing from all over, bringing electrifying tunes & hope for the future! Come learn during our demos, slam down during showcases, & be amazed at Open Mic, all starting Thursday 2PM! #MAGFest #chiptune
The MITS acceptance/rejection letters have been emailed for Super MAGFest 2026. Check your emails - if you were accepted, there are immediate action items and expect to be receiving 1-2 more emails soon once we have your info confirmed. Reach out to [email protected] if you have any further questions
November 15, 2025 at 1:42 AM
The MITS acceptance/rejection letters have been emailed for Super MAGFest 2026. Check your emails - if you were accepted, there are immediate action items and expect to be receiving 1-2 more emails soon once we have your info confirmed. Reach out to [email protected] if you have any further questions
If you're into LAN at MAG, we have some updates for you!
Deadlock Tournament is RETURNING!
PC Build Competition is RETURNING!
AND...
There's a NEW PC Building Competition planned! Stay tuned for more details 💙
Deadlock Tournament is RETURNING!
PC Build Competition is RETURNING!
AND...
There's a NEW PC Building Competition planned! Stay tuned for more details 💙
November 15, 2025 at 12:16 AM
If you're into LAN at MAG, we have some updates for you!
Deadlock Tournament is RETURNING!
PC Build Competition is RETURNING!
AND...
There's a NEW PC Building Competition planned! Stay tuned for more details 💙
Deadlock Tournament is RETURNING!
PC Build Competition is RETURNING!
AND...
There's a NEW PC Building Competition planned! Stay tuned for more details 💙
From Mario to Mega Man to this year's MAGFest's theme song comes championed #chiptune composer RRThiel! Hailing from Chicago, he's known for Mega Man Perfect Blue OST & his EP "What A Mario World". Join us for a special appearance on our #Chipspace stage during MAGFest! 💕✨
November 11, 2025 at 1:51 AM
From Mario to Mega Man to this year's MAGFest's theme song comes championed #chiptune composer RRThiel! Hailing from Chicago, he's known for Mega Man Perfect Blue OST & his EP "What A Mario World". Join us for a special appearance on our #Chipspace stage during MAGFest! 💕✨
To all MITS applicants - final decisions have been made! Approval/denial letters will go out this week - any approved teams will also receive an email confirming their team's information regarding selling status, desire to be on a panel, and people to be receiving badges. Thank you for your patience
November 10, 2025 at 9:54 PM
To all MITS applicants - final decisions have been made! Approval/denial letters will go out this week - any approved teams will also receive an email confirming their team's information regarding selling status, desire to be on a panel, and people to be receiving badges. Thank you for your patience
Do you like to dance the night away? Are you excited that our Arena Dance Parties are returning this year? Well stay hype, because we're amped to announce our Arena Dance Party DJ lineup! Dance parties will be running from 10PM-4AM every night, so we can forget time and dance 'til (almost) dawn!
November 10, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Do you like to dance the night away? Are you excited that our Arena Dance Parties are returning this year? Well stay hype, because we're amped to announce our Arena Dance Party DJ lineup! Dance parties will be running from 10PM-4AM every night, so we can forget time and dance 'til (almost) dawn!
Marsapalooza Arcade returns to the Consoles Game Room at Super MAGFest 2026, bringing the heat with 3 FULL NIGHTS of retro aesthetic tournaments, including a Mega Man Mystery Tournament that will take you through decades of Blue Bombing gaming. Check out the lineup!
November 6, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Marsapalooza Arcade returns to the Consoles Game Room at Super MAGFest 2026, bringing the heat with 3 FULL NIGHTS of retro aesthetic tournaments, including a Mega Man Mystery Tournament that will take you through decades of Blue Bombing gaming. Check out the lineup!
Y'all did it: Super MAGFest 2026 badges are SOLD! OUT! Super MAGFest badges can ONLY be bought/transferred through our in-house registration system - any others are fraudulent and cannot be honored or refunded. Be vigilant of scams if buying secondhand and use a platform with purchase protection!
November 4, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Y'all did it: Super MAGFest 2026 badges are SOLD! OUT! Super MAGFest badges can ONLY be bought/transferred through our in-house registration system - any others are fraudulent and cannot be honored or refunded. Be vigilant of scams if buying secondhand and use a platform with purchase protection!
Boston's own @battlemode.bsky.social is here to kick off #Chipspace with their blend of dynamic electropop, classic violin, Gameboys, and I GUESS some rock & roll. Fresh off of a nomination for Best Electronic Boston Act of 2025 & the Boston Calling lineup! Join the Battle! #MAGFest #Chiptune
November 3, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Boston's own @battlemode.bsky.social is here to kick off #Chipspace with their blend of dynamic electropop, classic violin, Gameboys, and I GUESS some rock & roll. Fresh off of a nomination for Best Electronic Boston Act of 2025 & the Boston Calling lineup! Join the Battle! #MAGFest #Chiptune