All aBOARD Expo is set for its 2026 edition, organized by Gaming Library in partnership with the Quezon City Government. Scheduled for May 28-31, 2026, at the Quezon City M.I.C.E. Center, this year’s expo promises to surpass previous records with more gamers, publishers, partners, and international guests. Registration is now open, with six pass types including VIP options from PHP 1,000 to PHP 5,000, packed with perks like collectible items, exclusive freebies, and board games worth up to PHP 4,000. As for the tickets, it’s PHP 150 per ticket for non-QC residents, while Quezon City residents with a valid ID and children aged 12 and below get free entrance. Early bird registrants until February 28, 2026, get a special token, and Seda Vertis North offers corporate rates for out-of-town visitors.
Event Launch and Community Impact
allABOARD Expo 2026 at Quezon City Hall underscores the city’s commitment to culture, creativity, and inclusive entertainment. Mayor Joy Belmonte highlighted how such partnerships position Quezon City as a hub for global culture, fostering community through learning and shared experiences.
City Administrator Michael Alimurung called the event a tradition of togetherness, while Gaming Library CEO Hans Kenner Fernandez wamts to break barriers with international creators, bigger tournaments, and novel gaming experiences unseen in Southeast Asia. Supported by the Quezon City Tourism Department, The 4-day event is set to boost local tourism and community ties.
Exclusive Game Launches
Three exclusive board games are set to launch during the event, embodying Filipino identity through food, art, and nature.
- Sinigang transforms the iconic sour soup into a fast-paced card game where players gather ingredients, balance flavors, and sabotage rivals in chaotic kitchen battles; it’s an adaptation of Stew by Jason Glover.
- Modern Art Philippine Edition reimagines Reiner Knizia’s auction classic with real Filipino artists like Federico Aguilar Alcuaz, Larry Alcala, Abdulmari Imao, Raul Lebajo, and Juvenal Sans, featuring diverse works from paintings to sculptures.
- Kalikasan Cascadia Philippine Edition adapts Randy Flynn’s ecosystem puzzle with local wildlife such as the Philippine eagle, tamaraw, bangus, binturong, and tarsier, challenging players to build harmonious habitats.
World-Class Guests and Workshops
All aBOARD Expo 2026 will also feature workshops led by industry luminaries. The Game Design Panel “The Secret Life of Board Games” features Anthony Perone, Colby Dauch, Emerson Matsuuchi, Randy Flynn, Rob Daviau, and Yohan Goh, unveiling the prototyping and iteration process behind hits. “From Concept to Card: The Art of Tabletop Illustration” with Maeva Da Silva (Harmonies, Dixit Disney) and David Esbr of Devir Games covers artistic processes and pitching to publishers. Happy Baobab’s Hana Cho presents “Reimagining Education Through Game-Based Learning,” sharing classroom strategies from her award-winning background. The Designer Feedback Lab by Anthony Perone and Emerson Matsuuchi also offers mentorship for aspiring creators. A separate registration is required for these limited-slot sessions. For reservations, click here.
Expanded Battle Pass Adventure
The signature Battle Pass has been improved, transforming the expo floor into an interactive map with more tiles, brands, and paths across zones. Participants can complete game tiles by playing or buying featured titles, earning rewards like die-cast pins for five stages, plus exclusive Adarna and Bakunawa pins for VIP challenges inspired by Filipino mythology. VIP pass holders will get full metal sets while others will receive stickers. The Junior Battle Pass caters to kids 12 and under with simplified objectives and stickers.
Unmatched Asia Championships Headline Tournaments
Major tournaments spotlight Cascadia, Catan, Unmatched, and more, with the Unmatched Asia Championships as a highlight, officially supported by Restoration Games and IELLO. Semi-finals on May 30 and finals on May 31 will have IELLO swag, gift certificates, and prizes for all levels.
Attendees get to have first access to Unmatched: Stars & Stripes. An exclusive Bukanaw promotional card for Vale of Eternity is also set to add to the hype.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When and where is All aBOARD Expo 2026 held?
A: It takes place May 28-31, 2026, at the Quezon City M.I.C.E. Center.
Q: What are the ticket prices and perks?
A: VIP passes range PHP 1,000-5,000 with freebies and games; non-QC residents pay PHP 150; QC residents and kids 12 and under enter free.
Q: What exclusive games launch at the event?
A: Sinigang, Modern Art Philippine Edition, and Kalikasan Cascadia Philippine Edition.
Q: Who leads the key workshops?
A: Designers like Anthony Perone, Emerson Matsuuchi, Randy Flynn; illustrator Maeva Da Silva; educator Hana Cho.
Q: What is the Battle Pass?
A: An interactive expo map where completing game tiles earns pins; includes VIP quests and a junior version for kids.
