Events & Community

Zine Quest 2026 is in full swing on Kickstarter, featuring over 100 live indie RPG zines with many already fully funded. From heartfelt storytelling games to old school dungeon crawls and inventive new systems, this annual event highlights the creativity of small press tabletop designers. Discover standout projects and see why Zine Quest continues to shape the future of indie roleplaying games.

As 2025 wraps up, Epic Realms is mapping out 2026! From sci-fi and comics to anime, LARP, books, and fandom celebrations, Minnesota’s convention calendar is stacked with exciting events. Here’s a curated guide to the biggest Twin Cities and statewide conventions to watch, plan for, and experience in 2026, including Twin Cities Con’s three-day return to the Minneapolis Convention Center. Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and start planning your next adventures!

R. A. Salvatore returns to Kickstarter with a deluxe edition of The Demon Spirit, featuring hand-signed copies, premium materials, custom art by Wayne Reynolds, and interior illustrations by Felix Ortiz. Backers can access exclusive add-ons, stretch goals, and a collector-quality edition of this beloved chapter in the DemonWars Saga.

TwinCitiesCon 2025 delivered a full weekend of panels, guests, art, and creative energy. From live cooking demos and sketch battles to Epic Realms panels and RPG sessions, there was always something to explore. With smoother security and an accessible celeb area, this year’s convention was a standout experience worth revisiting.