Where to Play Magic: The Gathering® | The Hobbit™

The Mana Forge Digest

Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit releases in August 2026 and features events worldwide, including Gen Con with Prerelease events, learn-to-play sessions, and more.

Key points

• Gen Con (July 30–August 2) — Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit event
• Prerelease Events (August 7–13) — Sealed play and family brunch
• Learn to Play with Magic Academy (August 14–September 24)
• Two-Headed Giant Commander Night (August 14–September 24)

What you get

• Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit sets available for preorder now
• Pre Prerelease events with special family brunch and foil promo cards
• Learn-to-play sessions, designer panel discussions, and more at Gen Con

Why it matters

Experience the return of Magic: The Gathering to Middle-earth through various events worldwide, including Gen Con.

Details

Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit is set in a world inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings'.

Players can participate in Prerelease events at Gen Con to receive special promo cards.

Learn-to-play sessions are available for new players, offering hands-on experience with the game.

Good to know

• Register for events early to secure your spot and obtain special promo cards.
• Events take place from August 7–13 (Prerelease) to September 24 at various locations worldwide.
• Eligibility: Players must be present at the event to receive prizes.

Read the original on Wizards (https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/where-to-play-the-hobbit) • Source: Wizards of the Coast