Festival du Jeu de Montargis

Festival du Jeu de Montargis: The Game Festival in Gâtinais

Since 2023, the Festival du Jeu de Montargis has brought together enthusiasts of board games, role-playing games, miniatures, and collectible card games every autumn at the Complexe Sportif et Culturel du Château Blanc in Villemandeur, on the outskirts of Montargis. Organized by the association Le DiaboloBus, a well-known traveling game library in the Montargis region, this free festival has quickly become a must-attend event for gaming culture in the Loiret department and the Centre-Val de Loire region.

2,000 m² Dedicated to Games in All Forms

The festival takes over the 2,000 m² of the sports complex to offer an exceptional gaming space. Nearly 150 tables are available for visitors to discover and try out the latest releases in board games, as well as rediscover great classics, traditional games, and wooden games. Volunteer facilitators are present to explain the rules and assist both beginner and experienced players.

A Rich and Varied Program

Each edition of the Festival du Jeu de Montargis offers a complete program to satisfy all types of players:

• Modern Board Games: hundreds of titles available for free play, from new releases to proven favorites
• Role-Playing Games: tables run by passionate associations to introduce newcomers and delight seasoned role-players
• Miniature Games: demonstrations and open play sessions to discover this creative universe
• Collectible Card Games: tournaments and meetups for collectors
• Tournaments: competitions organized throughout the weekend with prizes to be won
• Raffle: prize draws with many games to be won
• Sales Area: opportunity to purchase games from publishers and retailers present
• Second-hand Game Exchange: a dedicated space for trading and reselling games between individuals

A Family-Friendly and Accessible Event

The Festival du Jeu de Montargis is designed to welcome all audiences, from the youngest to the most experienced. Admission is free (voluntary contribution), making it a particularly accessible event for families. Children can discover the joy of board games in a welcoming environment, while seasoned gamers can engage in more strategic games and competitive tournaments.

Meet the Players of the Gaming World

The festival hosts numerous publishers, game designers, gaming associations, and specialty retailers who come to showcase their creations and share their passion. It's a unique opportunity to meet the creators, test prototypes, and get expert advice to expand your personal game collection. Renowned publishers like IELLO regularly participate in the event.

Le DiaboloBus: A Game Library Serving the Game

The association Le DiaboloBus, behind the festival, is a traveling community game library based in Villemandeur. Throughout the year, it organizes game nights and gaming events in the Montargis region. The Festival du Jeu de Montargis is the highlight of its annual activities, bringing together the entire gaming community of Gâtinais in one place. Food and drinks are available on-site throughout the festival.