PontaLudik
Pontarlier Board Game Festival
2026
About PontaLudik
PontaLudik — edition 2026
8th PontaLudik - 2026 Edition
PontaLudik returns for its 8th edition on the weekend of October 31st and November 1st, 2026, at the Théâtre Bernard Blier in Pontarlier. The Lud'Haut Doubs association is preparing another fun-filled weekend packed with hundreds of board games, activities, tournaments, and opportunities to meet game designers.
The festival remains true to its core values of accessibility and community, with free admission for everyone. Early program highlights include pre-constructed deck Lorcana, party games, role-playing games, wargaming, and miniature painting; the full schedule (times and room locations) will be added as soon as it is released by the association.
Highlights PontaLudik 2026
- 8th edition of the festival
- Hundreds of board games for all ages
- Activities, tournaments, and meet-and-greets with creators
- Free admission
Programme PontaLudik 2026
Saturday, October 31st and Sunday, November 1st, 2026
The Lud'Haut Doubs association has not yet released the detailed schedule (rooms and time slots) for this 8th edition. However, they have already announced activities including pre-constructed deck Lorcana, party games, role-playing games, and wargaming, as well as tables dedicated to discovering games like Frostgrave or Pillage. Miniature painting, light refreshments, and on-site staff will round out the weekend. The new team behind the game Komplotix will be there to showcase their work, and an escape box themed around poaching, created by Marlène, is also on the agenda. The full program will be added as soon as it is published.
Prices PontaLudik 2026
Practical information — PontaLudik
Access
By car: Pontarlier is accessible via the RN57 from Besançon (approx. 1h). Free parking in the city center.
By train: Pontarlier station, served by TER from Besançon.
Venue
Théâtre Bernard Blier, Place René Pourny, 25300 Pontarlier.
Opening Hours
Saturday from 2 PM to 10 PM, Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
- Association Lud'Haut Doubs
- Website: www.lud-haut-doubs.com
PontaLudik: The Board Game Paradise in Pontarlier
Since 2018, the PontaLudik festival has brought together board game lovers in Pontarlier every autumn. Organized by the association Lud'Haut Doubs, this family-friendly and convivial event transforms the Théâtre Bernard Blier into a vast play area where hundreds of board games are available to the public throughout the weekend.
Hundreds of Games for All Ages
The richness of PontaLudik lies in the variety of games offered. From strategy games to party games, cooperative games to role-playing games, family games to expert games, the selection is designed to satisfy all types of players. Games are available on self-service on the festival tables, or presented by volunteer facilitators who explain the rules and guide the games. It's the perfect opportunity to discover the year's new releases, rediscover classics, or be surprised by original creations.
Tournaments, Activities, and Creators
Beyond free play, PontaLudik offers tournaments for the most competitive players, special activities, and meet-and-greets with game creators who come to present their latest works. These exchanges between players and game authors are special moments that enrich the festival experience and provide insight into the behind-the-scenes of game creation.
A Family-Friendly and Accessible Event
PontaLudik is designed as an intergenerational and accessible-to-all event. Children from a young age find suitable games, teenagers gather around modern and dynamic games, parents rediscover the joy of playing as a family, and experienced gamers face challenges that meet their expectations. The warm and relaxed atmosphere of the festival makes it an ideal gathering for sharing a friendly moment around games.
Lud'Haut Doubs, an Association Dedicated to Gaming
The association Lud'Haut Doubs, founder of PontaLudik, works year-round to promote board games in the Haut-Doubs region. It organizes game nights, library activities, and gaming events, contributing to the vitality of the region's associative and cultural fabric. PontaLudik is the annual highlight of this effort, bringing together the gaming community of the Haut-Doubs and beyond.
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