MagicCon: Las Vegas Activities, Parties, and More

MagicCon: Las Vegas is returning Friday, May 1st, through Sunday, the 3rd. The convention brings players closer to the action and puts a spotlight on the incredible game of Magic: The Gathering. Wizards of the Coast goes all out during MagicCon: Las Vegas weekend, and fans can expect incredible announcements and spellbinding thrills with showcasing cards, art, merch, celebrities, and more! The Pro Tour, ticketed play events, panels, and permanent tattoos are making a comeback this year, too. So, whether you attend the convention or watch it all from home, there is something exciting for everyone.

For the first time ever, Wizards of the Coast will be livestreaming their panels for free the entire weekend.  Fans can watch all the exciting announcements on the MTG YouTube channel. The Pro Tour Secrets of Strixhaven content will be streamed on Twitch and our dedicated PlayMTG YouTube channel.  

Here’s the MagicCon Live Schedule (All times are in Pacific Time) 

  • Friday, May 1: 12:45 pm – 7:00 pm  
  • Saturday, May 2: 11:15 am – 5:00 pm  
  • Sunday, May 3: 12:15 pm – 4:30 pm 

Extra Curricular Activities

Here are some other incredible side quests attendees can participate in during MagicCon: Las Vegas:

The list of Panels and Events is live! The earliest panel starts at 11 am on Friday, so be sure to jot down your schedule and plan ahead for the Mana Stage, where the biggest news on exclusive projects will be revealed!

The first panel on the Mana Stage is The Preview Panel, which begins on Friday at 1 pm with guests Mark Rosewater, Annie Sardelis, Nick Marcantel, Meris Mullaley

For a look at the featured guests and artists list, where they’ll be, and what days, check out the MagicCon: Las Vegas website.


Be sure to check out the off-campus The Secrets of the Archaics party taking place on Friday, May 1, from 9 p.m.–1 a.m at AREA15 – The Portal. Tickets are separate for this event, though a MagicCon badge is required for purchase. 


Badges are still available for MagicCon, so grab yours today.

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