CommandFests are back! The fan favorite way to experience the beloved format of Commander has returned!

So, what is a CommandFest? These events are a casual-focused alternative to the more competitively focused MagicFest events. Many players wished for more Casual play spaces at events, and so in late 2019, CommandFests were born to fill that need.

After a brief hiatus, the events returned in 2022 and have become a tremendously popular staple for players of all skill levels to gather and jam games of Commander and Limited, check out sweet vendors, and meet with special guests and cosplayers from the Magic community. There's room for all kinds of casual play, and you can even put together Commander games with Planechase and Archenemy!

CoolStuffCon once again brings the CommandFest experience to Orlando, Florida at the Hyatt Regency hotel on International Drive. Entry to the event hall is FREE, but you'll need to purchase one of two CommandFest packages to fully participate in the festivities and gain access to the Command Zone.

The Tier One CommandFest Package is $79.99 and gives you all of the following:

• Access to the Command Zone - Play Commander to your heart's content, free of any conflicts that may be caused by competitive events throughout the rest of the convention.
• A commemorative badge and lanyard - Every pass gives you a free badge and lanyard. This is your ticket into the CommandFest experience for the weekend and gives you something to remember the fun!
• A Creator Clash voucher - Participate in a special event featuring some of the great content creators and personalities attending the event.
• Two Constructed Pod Entry vouchers - Get entry covered for two Commander events of your choice! Take your pick from several options and win tickets to our fabulous Prize Wall!
• Two Promo Cards - Take home two promo cards to enhance your Commander decks! You'll receive one Foil Reliquary Tower Promo and one Non-Foil Reliquary Tower Promo.
• A "Dragon Hoard" Treasure Token coin - It wouldn't be a casual Magic event without some unique swag. Take home this commemorative treasure token coin and track your dragon hoard of treasure in style!
• A Mystery Playmat Prize Voucher - A voucher for a FREE playmat of your choosing from an exclusive selection, redeemable during your time at the event.

The CommandFest package is some pretty serious bang for your buck, and is sure to provide you with some great memories from an awesome Magic-packed weekend!

If you're looking for something a touch more competitive while still getting to enjoy the same core CommandFest experience, you might want to look into the Tier Two CommandFest package. For $99.99, you'll receive everything from the Tier One package, but you'll also gain entry into the cEDH $5k event. Test your mettle against a host of challenging foes for your shot at glory!

CoolStuffCon Orlando is barely a month away, with festivities taking place from April 18th through April 20th, 2025. Be sure to check out the CoolStuffCon website to register now and find out about all the latest updates on what to expect at the convention! Purchase your CommandFest packages today and get those Commander decks ready to go!

Paige Smith

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