Origins Game Fair is an annual tabletop gaming convention hosted by GAMA in Columbus, OH. With 6,000+ gaming events scheduled throughout the week for attendees, a dynamic vendor hall, special events throughout the weekend and so much more, there’s sure to be something for everyone!

Blue Panther Games –  leading publisher and manufacturer of print-on-demand board games. Our services include board games, fulfillment, game accessories, custom game components, and more. They are this year’s Guest Of Honor Sponsor.

Barley’s Brewing Company is Columbus’ oldest operating Brewpub. Established in 1992, we offer a variety of award-winning ales paired with elevated pub fare. We are located in the heart of it all. Right across from the convention center a short walk from the neighboring districts: Short North, Downtown, Arena District. We also have an event facility and a second-floor tap room with vintage arcade games. Cheers!

Ravenwood Castle is a unique get-a-way. Their beautiful remote location is surrounded by half a dozen state and national forests, providing them with absolutely amazing hiking. It also means we’re one of the few places left where cell phones, television, and internet service aren’t all-pervasive. The disconnected nature of our location provides an ideal opportunity to enjoy some quality time with your family and friends, free of electronic interruptions. But don’t forget about all the board game fun as well!

Beyond the Board – your friendly, neighborhood game store.  With 3600 square feet, 3000+ items for sale, and a large, free-to-use demo library, BtB is a great place to play with your friends and family.  Founded in 2013, BtB is locally owned and operated.

The Forge Tavern –  A board gaming bar located in Columbus Ohio. Come for food, drink, and gaming fun!

Dragons Lair– Dragon’s Lair Games & Fantasy sells board games, RPGs, CCGs, TCGs, Miniatures and many other great products! We run events every day of the week ranging from boardgame open play to D&D meet-ups, Friday Night Magic and more! Look through our Events section for all the information you need to play!

CavernWire Games –  designs and publishes modern board games with intriguing gameplay. We prioritize community and relationships for all of our published works. While our games have strategic grit, the rules are intuitive, allowing more engagement with friends and family around the table.

DMS Designs Homemade Goods – DMS brings quality homemade crafts and goods to the lives of many. From decorations to leather work. There is something special that comes out of this family run business.

TORG GAMING EXPO – one of the Midwest’s largest gaming conventions, held annually at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Focused heavily on retro gaming, it features a massive vendor hall with over 400 tables, tournaments, indie devs, cosplay, and a Kidzone. The 2026 event takes place Nov 14-15

Natural State Bodywork – Natural State Bodywork creates moments of “ahh- that feels great” and “aha- that’s why” to empower you to feel good and thrive every day. Our mission is to help you find your natural state of wellbeing.

Mikey’s Late Night Slice – a popular Ohio-based, late-night pizza chain known for its thin-crust, New York-style slices, signature “Unicorn Sauce,” and vibrant, party-like atmosphere. Originally from Columbus (founded 2009 in the Short North), they have expanded to several locations, including Downtown Dayton, offering a variety of pizzas, breadsticks, and cocktails.

Doomlings – tabletop gaming company best known for producing the popular, family-friendly card game of the same name, which focuses on fun-filled, strategic gameplay themed around surviving the end of the world. Created by Justus and Andrew Meyer with collaborators in 2021, the company has grown from a successful Kickstarter project into a publisher of multiple expansions and, recently, plushies.

Charmed Hair Salon -Columbus local salon who’s tag line is “Hair that leaves you spell bound!

Kayenta Games – a division of Kayenta Publishing, is an American board game publisher known for high-quality, strategically deep, and thematic Euro-style games. Founded by Dan Hallagan, the company is famous for the Victorian-era, social-intrigue game Obsession and its expansions, featuring meticulous design and exceptional customer service

Epic Loot Games –  a local hobby store in Centerville OH specializing in tabletop games, trading cards (Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon), miniatures, and RPGs. It serves as a community hub for gamers, featuring regular, daily tournaments, specialized gaming tables, and a dedicated, knowledgeable staff.

The Fandom Collective –  The Fandom Collective is a meetup group based in Northeast Ohio. However, you don’t need to be in Northeast Ohio to join us. You just have to have a love for all things geek – science, crafting, books, movies, tv, etc….