At Midlands Gaming Coalition, we partner with local businesses, libraries, and recreation centers to create exciting gaming events that bring people together. Whether it’s a competitive tournament, a casual game night, or a special themed event, we’re dedicated to making gaming more accessible, social, and engaging for everyone.
By working with local venues and organizations, we help strengthen community connections through fun, structured, and inclusive gaming experiences. Whether you’re looking to compete, make new friends, or just enjoy a great gaming atmosphere, our events are the perfect place to plug in.
Check out our upcoming events and join us for the next one!
The 8th Annual Fright Fight
🎃 The 8th Annual Fright Fight returns to Seven Oaks Park for a full day of tournaments, costumes, and spooky-good fun!
Join us for three epic showdowns — Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Street Fighter 6, and Guitar Hero 3 — plus our fan-favorite Costume Contest!
Game N!ght @ Gadgetboy
We’re taking over Gadgetboy for a spooky night of gaming fun! 🎮🎃
Join us for Game Night @ Gadgetboy — a laid-back evening full of open play, community vibes, and a costume contest with prizes for the best dressed!
Smash at the Block 6
The battles return to The Gamez Block! 💥
Join us for Smash at the Block 5 featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Street Fighter 6, plus a Costume Contest for those ready to show off their Halloween spirit!
Smash at the Block 5
Smash returns to the Block with a twist! Join us for our next thrilling Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament—and rock out in our Guitar Hero III side event! Whether you're smashing or shredding, it’s going to be an unforgettable day of competition and fun.
Pixels & Pies Round 2
We will have il Focolare Pizza, Beer & Wine, and all the classic (and modern) gaming consoles for you, your friends, and family to play with. Think of a 90's Fridays pizza night that you spent with your friends in your mom basement.
Richland Rumble 17
Join Midlands Gaming Coalition for Richland Rumble 17, a FREE Street Fighter 6 tournament hosted at Richland Library Main in Columbia, SC!
Smash at the Block 4
🎉 Smash at the Block 🎉
Get ready for Smash at the Block—our next thrilling Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament! Whether you're competing or cheering on your friends, join us for a night of exciting matches and community fun.
Richland Rumble 16
The fight continues at Richland Rumble 16! Join Midlands Gaming Coalition and Richland Library for a FREE Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament on Saturday, July 26 in Columbia, SC.
Pixels and Pies
We’re teaming up with City Grit and smallSUGAR to throw it way back with a night of RETRO GAMING in Columbia! Picture this: it's Friday night in the '90s, your best friends are over, pizza’s hot, controllers are in hand, and your mom’s basement is the place to be. Now imagine that—but with better snacks and craft drinks.
Richland Rumble 14
Get ready to battle it out at Richland Rumble 14, a free Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament hosted by Midlands Gaming Coalition at Richland Library Main in Columbia, SC!
Smash at Gadgetboy
Smash at Gadgetboy is here! Join us for an exciting evening of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate battles right in the heart of downtown Columbia.
Tekk in the Block
Step into the King of Iron Fist Tournament at Tekk in the Block, our first-ever Tekken 8 tournament hosted at The Gamez Block. Whether you're a longtime fighter or new to the arena, this is your chance to prove yourself on the sticks.
Arcade Day
At Midlands Gaming, we’re all about creating interactive and educational experiences through gaming, and our Arcade Days will be the perfect opportunity for kids to dive into a world of fun, learning, and creativity.
Smash at the Block 2
Get ready for Smash at the Block—our next thrilling Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament! Whether you're competing or cheering on your friends, join us for a day of exciting matches and community fun.
Arcade Day
At Midlands Gaming, we’re all about creating interactive and educational experiences through gaming, and our Arcade Days will be the perfect opportunity for kids to dive into a world of fun, learning, and creativity.
Kart at the Block
🏎️ Get Ready for Kart at the Block! 🏁
Join us on January 25th at The Gamez Block for Kart at the Block – a thrilling day of high-speed racing action you won’t want to miss!
Arcade Day
At Midlands Gaming, we’re all about creating interactive and educational experiences through gaming, and our Arcade Days will be the perfect opportunity for kids to dive into a world of fun, learning, and creativity.
PC Building Class
Join us on Monday, January 20th, from 9 AM to 3 PM at Seven Oaks Park for a unique, hands-on experience in our PC Building Class. Designed for young adults aged 13-18, this workshop introduces the exciting world of gaming PC construction.
Community Clash
Join us for Community Clash, an exciting day of competitive esports, hosted by Carolina Esports in partnership with the Lexington School District One Esports Program! Gamers of all skill levels will come together to compete in a variety of popular titles across two action-packed sessions.
Smash at the Block
Join us on November 9th for Smash at the Block—our next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament! Whether you're aiming for victory or just want to enjoy the action, this is the perfect event for fans and competitors alike.
Arcade Day
Our next Arcade Day will be November 5th at Seven Oaks Park and Registration is now open through the ICRC website AND on our website as well! You can drop the kids off while you go hit the polls on Election Day! Head over to icrc.net/register OR go to This Page to register through our website.
7th Annual Fright Fight
It's Official! Our 7th Annual Fall Fest is set for October 26th! Mark your calendars for an Awesome Event that I hope to see everyone at!
Richland Rumble 13
Registration is open for our Next Richland Library event! We will be back at Richland Library Main for Richland Rumble 13. Costumes are encouraged for this one!
Sign up at: https://www.start.gg/tournament/richland-rumble-13/details
Arcade Day
Midlands Gaming is proud to announce the start of a new program at some of our local parks that we’re calling “Arcade Days”. This program is open to school aged children scheduled for days where schools are closed. This is aimed to provide a safe place for kids to come and play as a community where we will have games, tournaments, trivia, and much more!
Register now over at: https://www.icrc.net/register
Richland Rumble 12
We’re here for a Street Fight at Richland Library Main! Join us for our Street Fighter 6 tournament from 10 until 2!
Super Smash Bros. Summer Camp #2
Summer Camp Registrations are NOW OPEN! This year we will be having two different games with Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! You can Sign Up now HERE on our website!
Super Smash Bros. Summer Camp #1
Summer Camp Registrations are NOW OPEN! This year we will be having two different games with Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! You can Sign Up now HERE on our website!
Rocket League Summer Camp #2
Summer Camp Registrations are NOW OPEN! This year we will be having two different games with Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! You can Sign Up now HERE on our website!
Rocket League Summer Camp #1
Summer Camp Registrations are NOW OPEN! This year we will be having two different games with Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! You can Sign Up now HERE on our website!
Richland Rumble 11
We’re back at Richland Library Main for the first Super Smash Bros. Event of the year! Be sure to get there early to check in at 10 and the tournament will start at 10:30 sharp!