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Everyone’s Welcome ArcFest 2024

Are you looking to immerse yourself in the ultimate tabletop miniature experience in Victoria this year?



Look no further than ArcFest 2024, the premier destination for miniature wargaming enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a curious newcomer, ArcFest has something for everyone.


ArcFest is proud to showcase a diverse range of tabletop miniature tournaments, featuring some of the most beloved games in the hobby. There’s no better way than grabbing a General Admission Ticket to experience it all! So what can you expect if you join us at Arcfest 24?



At the heart of the event is Arc40k, a legendary tournament with more then 25 years of history.


Witness epic battles unfold as more than 200 participants showcase their meticulously crafted armies, making Arc40k a must-attend event in the Australian Warhammer 40,000 landscape.


DanTO and his team will be running a fast moving timetable with highlights being the Parade of Armies which is held between . Awesome armies on display is a feature of this time where participants choose the Player’s Choice best presented Army. But across the rest of the weekend these armies will be fighting it out on a huge array of gaming tabletops.


But the excitement doesn't stop there!


Prepare to be amazed by the stunning display of display painted miniatures, models, busts and dioramas at the ArcOpen.


Our own @Hobbycrusaider will be hosting the largest Display Painting Miniature event in Victoria this year.


We’re set to showcase some of the best miniature painters in Australia at this year’s event and we are expecting more than 250 of the most amazing pieces of miniature painting art on display for everyone to see.


Marvel at the incredible talent on display as hobbyists showcase their masterfully painted miniatures throughout the weekend.


Entries will be filling the display area across Saturday, with judging of the event happening Sunday morning. That means that if you are lucky you may even get a chance to talk to one of the judging team, or some of the participants.


Our head of photography Rory, and his team, have some exciting visuals ready share to show off. He will be showcasing his video imagery talents onto a large viewing screen.


So, as he records images of some of the amazing ArcOpen entries you’ll be able to see what he sees.


Getting a closer look at what will eventually for website coverage of our entries.


It will be worth getting away from the tournament floor to see the display of miniatures at ArcOpen.



For fans of Warhammer the Age of Darkness, the inaugural ArcHeresy tournament awaits, offering thrilling battles set in the grim darkness of the far future. Michael is ready to host an exciting weekend seeing Horus Heresy Armies struggle for supremacy in the tight confines of Zone Mortalis battle fields.



Don't miss the premiere of Arc of Sigmar, our first Warhammer Age of Sigmar event, and one that is set to create a fitting farewell to the current edition of games workshop’s game set in the Mortal Realms and due to be updated in the coming months.


Hosted by the Beasts Wargaming group, and fresh from some of them helping out at Call to Glory at CanCon in Canberra, this is an event set to see champions rise and legends made.


But that's not all – ArcFest offers something for fans of all tabletop gaming genres. From the futuristic battles check out ArcFinity.



Also, Nick will be presenting the 2024 Days of Future Past tournament, where Super Heroes and Villains of the Marvel Multiverse the arena to smash it up in Marvel Crisis Protocol games. Finally the force will be with us as epic clashes in ArcPoint where games of Star Wars Shatterpoint will be played. If you hadn’t guessed there's a tournament for almost every taste.


Then there’s, StudioD’Arc - an open access area that provides the perfect space to chill, hang out, build, paint or catch up with people and chat - join an amazing array of hobbyist wanting to participate in and show their support for the growing Australian Painting Community.


The area is being hosted by the Melbourne Display Painters Cooperative who promote and support painters coming together to share their love of miniature painting.


Get ready to unleash your creativity with interactive activities from our sponsors. Join Army Painter for exciting paint and take sessions, speed painting challenges, and even a thrilling 24-hour painting challenge*.

Army Painter are a major supporter of ArcFest and will be bringing a retail stand where you can try and buy products from their extensive range of



And be sure to stop by the Iwata Airbrush stand where you can catch up with Iwata representative Stacy. He’ll be on hand to talk everything airbrush from general use and maintenance, you might get a chance to take part in airbrush painting demonstrations and when he’s not talking to everyone then he’s keen to see an ArcFest inspired artwork a unique airbrush creation growing before our eyes across the weekend.


With so much to see and do, ArcFest 2024 promises to be an unforgettable weekend of gaming, camaraderie, and creativity. Don't miss your chance to join us – secure your General Admission ticket today and prepare for an epic adventure at ArcFest!







*there will be a charge payable at the event for participation in the 24 Hour Challenge.

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