LAN All Night Holds Milestone 10th Event with Sold-Out BYOC

LAN All Night recently held its 10th event, X-LAN: LANs of Future Past, held October 25–27, 2024, at the Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, Texas. This comic book-themed gaming festival celebrated a decade of success and set new records with its largest-ever BYOC LAN yet, which sold out months in advance. 

The festival delivered an unforgettable weekend of activities, including the sold-out BYOC LAN, tabletop gaming, console tournaments, virtual reality experiences, raffles, and more. The celebration also paid tribute to LAN All Night’s history. 

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Event Highlights

  • BYOC LAN Party: The heart of the event featured its largest-ever BYOC LAN party, with hundreds of gamers participating in non-stop gaming action. The demand was so high that tickets sold out months before the event.
  • Tabletop Board Game Area: Strategy and imagination were on display with classic and modern tabletop games.
  • Fighting Game Tournaments: FGC stars JAK and Pokchop headlined the arena, bringing high-energy matches to the stage.
  • Virtual Reality Stations: Cutting-edge VR setups immersed attendees in thrilling adventures.
  • Vendors and Contests: Exclusive merchandise, engaging activities, and incredible prizes kept the excitement alive throughout the weekend.

Making a Difference

LAN All Night demonstrated its commitment to community impact by raising $1,000 for 1Up on Cancer, a nonprofit organization providing financial assistance to adults undergoing cancer treatment. 

Special Guests

The event featured a star-studded lineup of guests, including:

  • DJ Banjo and DJ Tums, who provided electrifying music throughout the weekend.
  • Popular streamers like That Dude Scoob and DDS618, who entertained fans with live content.
  • FGC legends JAK and Pokchop, delivering epic battles that captivated audiences.
  • VTubers Corrupsin and Robin Osiria, who brought their virtual personas to life for attendees.

About LAN All Night and LANFest

LAN All Night is the Dallas chapter of LANFest, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to building healthy communities through gaming. LANFest’s mission is to inspire and connect gamers by creating safe, welcoming spaces that foster fun, inclusion, and community-building. Over the past 22 years, LANFest has hosted hundreds of events across the U.S., engaging gamers from all backgrounds and raising over $1 million for charity.

Each LANFest chapter, including LAN All Night, is volunteer-driven and focused on giving back to the local community. From supporting local charities to organizing family-friendly gaming festivals, LANFest chapters play a vital role in creating meaningful connections through shared passions for gaming.

Looking Ahead: LAN All Night’s 5-Year Anniversary Event

Building on the success of X-LAN, LAN All Night is thrilled to announce its next event, celebrating the organization’s 5-year anniversary. The upcoming gaming festival is scheduled for March 28–30, 2025, at the Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, Texas. This special event will feature a western twist and offers a variety of activities, including:

  • BYOC LAN: Bring your gaming rig or console and join the action.
  • Tabletop Games: Enjoy a variety of classic and modern board games.
  • Freeplay PC and Consoles: Explore new games on high-end setups.
  • Virtual Reality Stations: Immerse yourself in thrilling new experiences.
  • Vendors, Contests, and Prizes: Shop exclusive merch, compete, and win big.

For more details and to register, visit https://lanallnight.com.

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