Press at KantCon
KantCon is an annual tabletop gaming convention held every July in the Kansas City area at the Overland Park Convention Center. We bring together hundreds of gamers for four days of board games, roleplaying games, organized play, and community events — and we love it when media joins us to share the story.
Whether you're a local TV station, a podcast, a gaming blog, or a print outlet, we'd be glad to have you. Press credentials are free for coverage-only attendance.
KantCon Overview
KantCon Association has been bringing the Kansas City gaming community together since 2009. Held each summer at the Overland Park Convention Center, the convention features hundreds of scheduled events spanning board games, RPGs, card games, and more. KantCon is a volunteer-run, community-focused event with a commitment to welcoming players of all experience levels.
Quick Facts:
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Dates: July 16–19, 2026
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Venue: Overland Park Convention Center, Overland Park, KS
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Attendance: Approximately 1250 attendees
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Events: 600 scheduled gaming events across four days
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Founded: 2009
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Organized by: KantCon Association (volunteer-run)
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Press Guidelines
We want your coverage to be a great experience. Here's what to keep in mind:
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A press badge is issued free of charge for coverage-only attendance and does not include participation in gaming events.
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Press badges must be worn and visible at all times on the convention floor.
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During sessions, and when speaking with or recording or photographing KantCon attendees, press must introduce themselves and their reporting publication or affiliation before asking questions or recording audio or video.
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Media equipment is welcome in convention areas during posted show hours. Special arrangements for early/late access must be approved in advance by KantCon Association.
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Camera crews should not block traffic on the convention floor or venue premises for extended periods.
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All photos and footage may be used for editorial purposes. Any commercial use requires written approval from KantCon Association.
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Coverage may not reproduce proprietary material owned by KantCon Association — including interview transcripts, audio, video, photographs, or any other copyrighted or trademarked materials — without prior written authorization.
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After the convention, electronic copies of published articles and links to content/streaming must be submitted within 30 days to contact@kantcon.com.
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All people, including members of the press and those attending the convention with complimentary press badges, must at all times comply with all KantCon policies, including the Code of Conduct. Violation of the Code may result in expulsion from the event, a ban on attending future events, and/or revocation of any or all privileges or offers associated with attending KantCon in any capacity. The KantCon Code of Conduct may be viewed here: https://www.kantcon.com/event-conduct
Submit a Request for Press Credentials
To submit a request for press credentials, you must include a link to your organization (we have to be able to see your website and the like), and acknowledge the Press Guidelines above. Please include these in the message field of the form below: