EVENTS
maid cat cafe
MoeMO Maid Cafe is a Missouri based pop-up designed to make events more interactive and magical. Our mission is to create personal interactions with guests that replicates the Maid Cafe experience that's centralized in Akihabara, Japan. MoeMO has Hosts, Maids, and Butlers ready to welcome you into our mansion, and serve you adorably themed treats and drinks, while also entertaining and creating lasting memories! ✧.*
With each ticket you will get an hour session reservation where you will be entertained and waited on by cat maids, hosts and butlers who are eager to be your friend! Each session features a performance by our nekos and you also will receive a complimentary bento meal per ticket. With chances for photo ops, merch, and exclusive menu items; it is sure to be moemo magical!
This is an extra-ticketed event! click on “buy tickets” to reserve your seat now!
EVENING DANCE PARTY hOSTED BY dj tae
All are welcomed to dance away as the sun sets on the first day of JoMoCon in this high energy party.
Saturday July 18th. *Start time is dependent on the end of the cosplay contest. Estimated start time between 7:00PM or 7:30PM
Main Stage Events Room. 60min event. Free Admission.
COSPLAY CONTEST
The JoMoCon cosplay competition is open to all ages and skill levels! Competition registration is still open for sign-ups at the convention. First come first serve basis until 1:00PM or all spots are filled.
The cosplay competition will take place on Saturday the 18th at 5:00PM in Main Stage Events
Activities
Board Games
With 30 games in the library to choose from, you and your party can experience a new board game or play one you are familiar with! Are you a single player? No worries! Joplin Board Games is hosting select times where you can join a game without the need for additional party members.
*Spots fill up on a first come first serve basis
SINGLE PLAYER TIME SLOTS
Saturday
11 am Ticket to Ride - 5 people
1 pm Hot Streak - 8 people
3 pm King of Tokyo - 6 people
5 pm Small World - 5 people
SUNDAY
11 am Dixit - 6 people
1 pm - Wandering towers Sunday - 6 people
Table top games
Explore the world of Table Top RPGs with Mandalor’s Dream
*Mandalor’s Dream will only available on Saturday of the convention
GAME SCHEDULE
DAGGER DANGER (New Player Focus)
Time Slots: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Perfect for: Beginners and players looking to learn the ropes in a fun, welcoming environment!
STAR WARS 5E
Time Slot: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Perfect for: Sci-fi fans ready to take 5th Edition rules into a galaxy far, far away.
RAVENLOFT HORROR
Time Slots: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM Perfect for: Players who love a classic, chilling gothic horror vibe
FREE LOOT & SPECIAL SWAG!
Free Dice: Every single player who sits down at our table for a game gets a free set of dice to keep!
Door Prizes: We'll be giving away awesome door prizes throughout the day.
Exclusive Sticker: While supplies last, stop by the booth and pick up a free JoMoCon Special Sticker featuring HIDA-KUDO - The Japanese Oni (just like the fierce warrior on our flyer!).
HOW TO SIGN UP
Spaces at the table are limited! visit the Mandalor's Dreams booth at the Con to sign up in person before the slots fill up
Learn to play Warhammer with Whiskey 7 Wargaming!
Magic: The Gathering will be available for free play at JoMoCon, thanks to MagiKids! This nonprofit is on a mission to teach kids and young adults this classic collectible card game to encourage creativity and critical thinking through play. Magikids will be hosting free Learn to Play sessions as well as Commander format competitions ALL DAY at JoMoCon. And yes, there are prizes and giveaways!
Established in 2009, Hurley’s Heroes made its debut as a small comic shop. Now, we have grown into Joplin, MO’s premiere gaming and hobby retailer. We provide a space for hobbyists and potential hobbyists to start, expand, and experience their passions. We host sanctioned TCG tournaments (Magic The Gathering, One Piece, Union Arena, Gundam, Riftbound and Star Wars Unlimited), leagues for various miniature games, RPG campaigns, painting meet-ups, and open play board game nights. With a large selection of board games, trading card games, models, and graphic novels, we are the retailer of choice for all your hobby pursuits.
-Event details:
Have you ever wanted to learn more about Riftbound, Star Wars Unlimited, Marvel Crisis Protocol, Blood Bowl, Konflikt 47, Bolt Action or Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game?
Come visit us at JoMoCon where we will be running learn to play events for these games throughout the day, Noon-7 on Saturday and Noon-4pm on Sunday!
video games
Free to play video games with YUME GAMES Enjoy retro video games from the Sega Genesis to Nintendo Wii with Yume Games all weekend long.
A Super Smash Tournament will be held on Saturday, the 18th at 4:00PM at Yume Arcade booth on the con floor.
Please sign up by 3:00PM to compete for glory!
Photo area
Snap pictures of you and your friends at JoMoCon in our photo areas