Welcome to FLAG Con with Cantrip Cards & Games!
Welcome to the exciting world of gaming at Cantrip Cards and Games! Cantrip is proud to announce our second year of continued partnership with FLAG Con; together, we’re dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for gamers in our community, and this year, we're expanding our offerings to include not only Magic: The Gathering events but also Flesh & Blood! Join us for an action-packed weekend filled with competition, camaraderie, and all things gaming. Cantrip is also excited to announce that we will be vending at FLAG Con - you’ll have us nearby for all of your game and accessory needs. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the scene, there’s something for everyone. Take a moment to check out our schedule and event options below. Let the games begin!
What to Expect
First time attending FLAG Con? We've got you covered! Expect a weekend packed with events, gaming, and a welcoming community. The Ithaca Convention Center offers convenient parking and nearby accommodations for out-of-town guests. There is a dedicated sky bridge connecting the Green Street parking garage to the Ithaca Downtown Conference Center located on the 2nd floor of the parking garage. Additional parking garages can be found at 235 S. Cayuga Street and 215 N. Tioga Street.
All Magic: the Gathering event registrations require a Wizards Account per entrant. If you play Magic: the Gathering Arena or use the Magic Companion app, your Wizards Account is the email associated with either of those! Need an account? Register here: https://myaccounts.wizards.com/register
Visit Our Booth
Cantrip Cards & Games will be vending all weekend long, featuring the latest Magic: The Gathering singles, Flesh & Blood cards, Battletech accessories, and more. Stop by to pick up some great gear and chat with our team about upcoming events!
Our Schedule of Events
Magic: The Gathering Morning Pack Wars
Banquet D • 11:00 AM • $12 Entry
Revolving Door Admissions. This is a quick, single-elimination event to start your day at FLAG Con!
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering On-Demand Commander
Banquet D • 12:00 PM • $10 Entry
Play in either a casual or competitive pod! Each type has its own prize structure to match! Random surplus promos while supplies last.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering On-Demand Draft
Banquet D • 12:00 PM • $25 Entry
Prize tx by Record. Draft your choice of Duskmourn: House of Horrors or Magic Foundations!
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Learn to Play
Lobby • 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM • FREE Entry
With a FREE Learn-to-play deck, you'll dive into the new Classic TCG: Flesh and Blood with the help of an experienced player, who can answer all your questions and guide you through the game! Face off in your first battle and get a free promo pack at the end!
View Event DetailsFlesh and Blood On-Demand Ultimate Pit Fight (UPF)
Banquet D • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM • $10 Entry
A pod of 3 or 4 players bring Blitz decks (no sideboard) and face off in a free-for-all match. Last player standing wins. Prize tx & promos! GEM account required.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty Draft
Banquet D • 1:00 PM • $25 Entry • 16 Players
Three-round swiss with Prizing of 600tx per win and 300tx per draw.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering FNM Foundations Prerelease
Banquet D • 6:00 PM • $35 Entry
This set was made for past, present, and future Magic players, featuring products for players fresh or famous and filled with cards legal in Standard, at least until 2029! Your favorite legends and Planeswalkers are here with quintessential magic from across the Multiverse.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering Morning Pack Wars
Banquet D • 9:00 AM • $12 Entry
Revolving Door Admissions. This is a quick, single-elimination event to start your day at FLAG Con!
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering On-Demand Commander
Banquet D • 9:00 AM • $10 Entry
Play in either a casual or competitive pod! Each type has its own prize structure to match! Random surplus promos while supplies last.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering On-Demand Draft
Banquet D • 9:00 AM • $25 Entry
Prize tx by Record. Draft your choice of Duskmourn: House of Horrors or Magic Foundations!
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Learn to Play
Lobby • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM • FREE Entry
With a FREE Learn-to-play deck, you'll dive into the new Classic TCG: Flesh and Blood with the help of an experienced player, who can answer all your questions and guide you through the game! Face off in your first battle and get a free promo pack at the end!
View Event DetailsMagic: The Gathering Ultimate Masters Draft
Banquet D • 11:00 AM • $60 Entry • 8 Players
Revisit this Masters set with a rare draft opportunity! Three-round swiss with Prizing of 600tx per win and 300tx per draw.
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood On-Demand Ultimate Pit Fight (UPF)
Banquet D • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM • $10 Entry
A pod of 3 or 4 players bring Blitz decks (no sideboard) and face off in a free-for-all match. Last player standing wins. Prize tx & promos! GEM account required.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering FNM Foundations Prerelease
Banquet D • 12:00 PM • $35 Entry
This set was made for past, present, and future Magic players, featuring products for players fresh or famous and filled with cards legal in Standard, at least until 2029! Your favorite legends and Planeswalkers are here with quintessential magic from across the Multiverse.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering Commander Legends - Battle for Baldur's Gate Draft
Banquet D • 1:00 PM • $30 Entry • 16 Players
Draft your favorite Baldur's Gate cards to build a commander deck, then play in a Commander Pod! Winners receive 400tx & the rest of the pod receives 200tx.
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Blitz League
Banquet D • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM • $5 Entry
Join anytime until 4PM. Get a random History Pack Blitz deck or First Strike deck and a “dance card”. Complete four matches against other players in the league, turn in your card and receive prize tx & promo pack + playmat! GEM account required.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering FNM Foundations Prerelease
Banquet D • 4:00 PM • $35 Entry
This set was made for past, present, and future Magic players, featuring products for players fresh or famous and filled with cards legal in Standard, at least until 2029! Your favorite legends and Planeswalkers are here with quintessential magic from across the Multiverse.
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Super Armory (Blitz Preconstructed)
Banquet D • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM • $15 Entry
Players may choose any Blitz or First Strike preconstructed deck, whether bought at the Cantrip booth, brought from home, or provided as part of the convention leagues. All four rounds will be timed at 40min each. 800tx for participation plus 300tx per win & of course many promos!
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering Morning Pack Wars
Banquet D • 9:00 AM • $12 Entry
Revolving Door Admissions. This is a quick, single-elimination event to start your day at FLAG Con!
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering On-Demand Commander
Banquet D • 9:00 AM • $10 Entry
Play in either a casual or competitive pod! Each type has its own prize structure to match! Random surplus promos while supplies last.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering On-Demand Draft
Banquet D • 9:00 AM • $25 Entry
Prize tx by Record. Draft your choice of Duskmourn: House of Horrors or Magic Foundations!
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Learn to Play
Lobby • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM • FREE Entry
With a FREE Learn-to-play deck, you'll dive into the new Classic TCG: Flesh and Blood with the help of an experienced player, who can answer all your questions and guide you through the game! Face off in your first battle and get a free promo pack at the end!
View Event DetailsMagic: The Gathering Iconic Masters Draft
Banquet D • 11:00 AM • $40 Entry • 8 Players
Revisit this Masters set with a rare draft opportunity! Three-round swiss with Prizing of 600tx per win and 300tx per draw.
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood On-Demand Ultimate Pit Fight (UPF)
Banquet D • 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM • $5 Entry
A pod of 3 or 4 players bring Blitz decks (no sideboard) and face off in a free-for-all match. Last player standing wins. Prize tx & promos! GEM account required.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering FNM Foundations (2HG) Prerelease
Banquet D • 12:00 PM • $35 Entry
This set was made for past, present, and future Magic players, featuring products for players fresh or famous and filled with cards legal in Standard, at least until 2029! Your favorite legends and Planeswalkers are here with quintessential magic from across the Multiverse.
View Event Details Buy TicketsMagic: The Gathering Commander Legends - Battle for Baldur's Gate Draft
Banquet D • 1:00 PM • $30 Entry • 16 Players
Draft your favorite Baldur's Gate cards to build a commander deck, then play in a Commander Pod! Winners receive 400tx & the rest of the pod receives 200tx.
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Blitz League
Banquet D • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM • $5 Entry
Join anytime until 4PM. Get a random History Pack Blitz deck or First Strike deck and a “dance card”. Complete four matches against other players in the league, turn in your card and receive prize tx & promo pack + playmat! GEM account required.
View Event Details Buy TicketsFlesh and Blood Rosetta Sealed
Banquet D • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM • $40 Entry • 16 Players
Players will be given 8 packs of Rosetta and given 45 minutes to build a 30-card deck. Afterwards you will play 3 swiss rounds (35 minutes each). 600tx for participation plus 200tx per win & of course many promos!
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