Question 1

What is the Asian Board Games Festival (ABGF)?

Accepted Answer

The Asian Board Games Festival is Asia’s largest English-speaking board game event, celebrating board games, designers, and publishers from all across Asia. Featuring more than 250 titles from 12 different countries, our goal is to help you Play Your Way Through Asia!

Question 2

Where and when is the Festival held?

Accepted Answer

ABGF SG 2025
Friday, 28 November 2025, 2-8PM
Saturday, 29 November 2025,10AM-7PM
Sunday, 30 November 2025,10AM-7PM
National Library Building, Singapore

ABGF PH 2026
Saturday-Sunday, 2-3 May 2026
Bayanihan Center, Pioneer St., Pasig, Philippines

Question 3

How do I get to the National Library Building?

Accepted Answer

The National Library Building is located at 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064.

Here are the directions using public transport and driving:

Public Transport (MRT and Bus)

The National Library Building is centrally located and easily accessible via several MRT lines and major bus routes.

By Mass Rapid Transit (MRT)
The nearest MRT stations are within a short walking distance:

1. Bugis MRT Station (EW12 / DT14):
Walking Time: 1 to 3 minutes.
Directions: Use the Downtown Line (DT) or East West Line (EW). Exit the station and head towards North Bridge Road or Victoria Street. The library is directly across from the junction of Victoria Street and Middle Road.

2. Bras Basah MRT Station (CC2):
Walking Time: 4 to 6 minutes.
Directions: Use the Circle Line (CC). Exit towards Queen Street/Waterloo Street and walk a short distance down Middle Road to reach the library.

3. City Hall MRT Station (EW13 / NS25):
Walking Time: 7 to 10 minutes.
Directions: Use the East West Line (EW) or North South Line (NS). Exit towards North Bridge Road and walk towards the Bugis area.

By Bus:
Numerous bus routes stop near the National Library Building. The nearest bus stops are typically a 2-3 minute walk away on Victoria Street, Beach Road, and Middle Road.

Common bus routes that stop nearby include:
Victoria Street: 2, 7, 12, 32, 33, 51, 61, 63, 80, 130, 133, 147A, 175, 197, 960, 980.
Middle Road: 56, 640.

Driving

The National Library Building is easily accessible by car, and its address is straightforward for navigation.
Destination Address for GPS/Navigation: 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064
Parking: The building has a Basement Carpark accessible to the public. You can follow the road signage for the library once you are in the immediate area.

Question 4

Is there an entry fee? How do I get a Play Passport?

Accepted Answer

Entry is free! Demos are free!  However, we highly recommend that you register to receive regular updates on Asian board games.

If you would like to get the full travel experience at ABGF, the Play Passport is available for a small fee. You can purchase them in advance on our website. On the day of the event, you can pick it up at the Registration Booth.

Each guest is limited to one Play Passport. Having one give you the following perks:
Discounts and Rewards: Collecting stamps gives access to exclusive discounts, rewards, and prizes.
Stamp Collection: Stamps can now be earned by buying games from vendors or by playing games.
Exclusive Access: The hours of 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM are reserved exclusively for Play Passport holders.
Qualifies you for a Sure Win Lucky Spin. If you're lucky, you get a prize!

Question 5

What are the ABGF events?

Accepted Answer

We're kicking off this year with an exciting new event: Q&A sessions, workshop, and a cheeky little tournament! Join us for engaging discussions and talks and fun activities focused on Asian board games. Check out the full schedule below!

Q&A sessions and workshops are free, but we highly encourage you to sign up if you plan on attending. You woulnd't want to miss a seat! Sign up here.

Question 6

What is the recommended age to participate at ABGF?

Accepted Answer

ABGF is open to players of all ages and experience levels. If you are bringing children, we recommend bringing them from an age when they are able to receive and retain instruction when game rules are being explained, and to sit through a play experience which may last for 15-30 minutes at a time. Many board games are designed for players aged 6 and up.

Question 7

What should I bring?

Accepted Answer

A bottle of water, a spirit of openness and curiosity, and lots of excitement! This is also a BYO event so please bring a tote bag to hold all your new games!

Question 8

Will food and drinks be available?

Accepted Answer

There are food and drink options located both inside and immediately outside the National Library Building, as well as a great variety of dining options in the surrounding area.

Looking for something sweet? We’ve teamed up with one of our favourite local ice cream makers, Aphrodite, to create special Origame-inspired flavours that you can try at the festival. Also, for every $50 of games purchased at the Origame booth, you’ll receive one free scoop of ice cream!

Playing board games is hard work for your brain. Refresh yourself with a snack and pop back into a game whenever you feel like you need fuel for your grey matter.

Question 9

There are so many tables! Where do I start?

Accepted Answer

If you have a Play Passport, flip to see which publishers catch your eye and make a beeline for their tables. Or ask anyone at the registration booth for their recommendations!

If you're wandering around and letting your intuition direct you, you will find friendly table hosts stationed at different demo tables to teach you how to play. Table hosts will often be looking for more players to make up a full roster at their tables so feel free to join a table and play with new people.

Question 10

Help! I lost something!

Accepted Answer

If you lost or found something valuable, head to the Registration Booth. Someone there will be ready to help.

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