# Event Details - **Event Name**: Learn to Play: MTG Commander - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn Magic: the Gathering's most social (and popular) format. Bring a deck, or get one with your ticket!About this Event100 cards in the deck, no repeats. 1 Commander to tie everything together. 3 opponents between you and victory... and, probably, a whole lot of fun and shenanigans on the way!Come learn to play! Whether you know a bit about Magic: the Gathering but haven't tried the Commander format before, or you know it but are still getting your footing, or you barely know what Magic is, we'd love to teach you.Commander is our format of choice because it's super social, and the huge variety of decks and cards means that no two games are ever alike. And the way we play it here is always casual and focused on fun!The night will include a general overview of what makes the format unique, then we'll set folks up into games with other players at the same approximate experience level, with dedicated support to help answer questions as they arise and provide advice as desired.There are two ticket options for this event!$15 Bring-Your-Own Ticket: This is the right ticket for you if you own (or can borrow) a deck to bring and play.$60 All-Inclusive Ticket: This is the ticket for you if you're looking to get set up with your first deck! This option includes your entry, as well as a Starter Commander deck to keep and your choice of Dragon Shield sleeves to protect those new cards.Already know how to play, but want to come along with someone new? Please do! We'd love to have your expertise and experience to further help the folks at your table learn; just be prepared for extremely casual games with a lot of table-talk, helping people remember their triggers, and allowing folks to change their mind about what they play and in what order.Looking for more fun and games? Check out ! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hamilton/learn-to-play-mtg-commander/100001987004558122 - **Event Categories**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 19.56, max: 73.71, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Hamilton - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: The Bard and Bear Games Cafe Hamilton, James Street North, Hamilton, ON, Canada - **lat**: 43.2627462 - **long**: -79.86664139999999 - **full address**: The Bard and Bear Games Cafe Hamilton, James Street North, Hamilton, ON, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Learn to Play: MTG Commander - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/fc16798cf627fbc1aec1dda374c21830fde209a87dfaddb8c3a03d849b0848e5-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc4d3ba-gmir.jpg?v=1778336045 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Learn to Play: MTG Commander being held? - **A:** Learn to Play: MTG Commander takes place on Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 11:00 pm at The Bard and Bear Games Cafe Hamilton, James Street North, Hamilton, ON, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Learn to Play: MTG Commander? - **A:** Learn to Play: MTG Commander is organized by The Bard and Bear Games Cafe. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Learn to Play: MTG Commander is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hamilton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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