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Games & Entertainment

Digimon Constructed Tournament

A weekly Digimon constructed tournament invites players to compete in a structured format. The entry fee is $10, with 1.5 booster packs per entry added to the prize pool, and Tournament Packs available while supplies last. Tickets can be purchased online in advance, and entry is limited, so securing a spot ahead of time is possible. Participants must arrive and check in before the event begins, as late arrivals may be refunded and lose their place. The tournament takes place at PunkOuter Games, which offers a clean, comfortable gaming area, refreshments, and a broad selection of products from single cards to RPGs and miniatures, suitable for both new and experienced players.

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Games & Entertainment

One Piece Constructed Tournament

A weekly One Piece Constructed Tournament takes place at PunkOuter Games. Sign up opens before the event and the tournament begins promptly. Tickets can be purchased online in advance, and entry is limited. The entry fee is $10, with 1.5 booster packs per entrant added to the prize pool. Tournament packs are available while supplies last. Participants must arrive and check in before the event begins, otherwise a refund may be issued and the spot forfeited. The store offers a clean, comfortable gaming area, refreshments, and shelves stocked with single cards, RPGs, and miniatures for both new and seasoned gamers.

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Games & Entertainment

One Piece Pirates Party 2026 Vol. 2

New and returning players can enjoy a relaxed One Piece Card Game gathering that is even more casual than typical store tournaments, making it easy for anyone to participate. The event uses the Leader Restricted format, where the 15 most used Leader cards are banned. The banned Leaders are OP05-098 Enel (Yellow), OP09-001 Shanks (Red), OP11-041 Nami (Blue/Yellow), OP12-061 Donquixote Rosinante (Purple/Yellow), OP13-001 Monkey.D.Luffy (Red/Green), OP13-002 Portgas.D.Ace (Red/Blue), OP13-079 Imu (Black), OP14-020 Dracule Mihawk (Green), OP14-041 Boa Hancock (Blue/Yellow), OP15-002 Lucy (Red/Blue), OP15-058 Enel (Purple), OP15-098 Monkey.D.Luffy (Yellow), OP16-022 Monkey.D.Luffy (Green/Blue), OP16-079 Yamato (Black), and OP16-080 Marshall.D.Teach (Black/Yellow). Entry is $10. Participants receive a P-155 Trafalgar Law and Welcome Pack 2026 Vol.1 packs while supplies last, and everyone gets two booster packs at the end of the tournament. Tickets can be purchased online in advance and entry is limited, so advance purchase is recommended to secure a spot. Failure to arrive and check in before the start may result in a refund and the forfeiture of the spot. PunkOuter Games offers a welcoming space with a clean and comfortable gaming area, refreshments, and shelves stocked with everything from single cards to RPGs and miniatures.

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Family

Decade at Depot

Marking ten years of Depot Park, this evening gathering blends family-friendly activities, live music, and community spirit. Early on, attendees can enjoy train rides, face painting, a photo booth, and yard games. Later, The Hogtown Homegrowns present a special single-night set, bringing together members of Pet Detectives and Mamish with guests from Trustfall, Savants, Wax Wings, Sooza, Blacksnake, NOMORE, The Mermers, Uncle Mosie, and The Ones to Blame to play well-loved covers from the 1970s through today. Food trucks will be available throughout the event. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Depot Park will be lit in red, white, and blue, offering a memorable backdrop for this milestone. Admission is free for all.

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