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Rainbow Road Rally at LGBT Center of Raleigh: Mario Kart Fundraiser
Connecting People Through Games
What, When, Where
A Smash Bros. video game casual competition across the n64, GameCube, Wii U, and Switch with no eliminations, prizes, and a 50/50 fundraiser for the LGBT Center of Raleigh.
Saturday 6-11-26, 2-4 PM
128 E Cabarrus St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Schedule
- 2 PM: Check-in opens up
- 2:30 PM: Mario Kart Competition Starts
- 4 PM: Event ends
Event Description
Ready to race for a good cause? Jump into Casual Karting, a no-pressure Mario Kart World fundraiser where you can play, laugh, and take it easy!
Play or spectate, hop in and out as you please, and try out a game you might not have at home. No matter your age, identity, or skill level you’re welcomed at our events, we’ll even show you how to play! Our event ensures everyone gets to play plenty, not wait forever, and play against people of the same skill level. Earn collectible tickets for prizes and bring a DS or Switch for Animal Crossing, Pokémon trading, and Nintendo StreetPass. Come meet new people and let’s support our local LGBT center.
How the event works
CHOOSE YOUR KART: Before 2:30 PM check-in to sign up for our Mario Kart World casual competition. After 2:30 PM ticket holders forfeit their spot.
3, 2, 1, RACE: We will call your matches and tell you where to go. You will sit down and play in pods of three to four with easy CPUS on three random tracks. At the end of your match, record what place you got on the scorecard given to you and report back to the organizers. Wait times between matches may be up to 15 minutes.
NEXT LAP: Each match afterwards you will face people that scored similar to you. We’ll try to get as many rounds in as we can. At the end of the event you can turn in your tickets for prizes or hold onto them for something bigger.
Rule Set
All matches are played in the following ruleset:
- 3-4 Players
- 150 CC
- Normal Items
- Easy CPUs
- 3 Random Tracks
Additional Info
How our casual competitions are better than traditional tournaments and freeplay
Our casual competition system uses the best of both traditional tournaments and free play with none of the drawbacks. Traditional tournaments give structure, but are stressful and people are eliminated quickly if they don’t know how to play well. Free play is less stressful, but without any structure people can be stuck waiting forever to play and skill disparities are unmanaged. Our casual competition system gives just enough structure so that everyone gets to play plenty and play against people close to their skill level while no one is ever eliminated.
Prizes
Prizes for this event are provided by NC Eclectic Esports and the LGBT Center of Raleigh
Parking
The LGBT Center of Raleigh has free street level parking and is across from a parking deck.
Physical Accessibility
The LGBT Center of Raleigh is ADA accessible and has ramps.
Bathrooms
The LGBT Center of Raleigh has two single occupancy bathrooms.
Kids and Young Children
We pride ourselves on being a family friendly place for all kids and their caregivers. We always make sure kids can have a great time by showing them how to play, setting up their controls, and matching them up with others who have the same level of experience as them. For caregivers, we offer a welcoming, low-pressure environment where you’re encouraged to relax, play alongside your kids, or just hang out. We know that caregivers come in all forms, parents, siblings, grandparents, extended family, friends, chosen family, and we make sure everyone feels seen, respected, and included.
Inclusivity
Everyone is welcome regardless of race, gender identity, age, ability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, nationality, language, body size, neurodiversity, and their intersections. Our events are a space where you can be yourself. Please email us at hello@nceclecticesports.com with any concerns or accommodation requests. We will do our best to assist, though we cannot guarantee all requests can be fulfilled.
Photography
Event photos and videos may be shared on social media. Send an email to hello@nceclecticesports.com to have any media of yourself removed.
Setups
All gaming setups provided. There is no room for extra setups, but feel free to bring your favorite controller.
Terms and Conditions
By attending our event you or your legal guardian if you are less than 18 years old acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:
You agree that you will be held personally and financially responsible for any damage you cause either intentionally or accidentally to property belonging to the NC Eclectic Esports while attending this event. You agree to properly reimburse NC Eclectic Esports financially for the full replacement or repair cost, as determined by NC Eclectic Esports for any damage you caused to property belonging to the NC Eclectic Esports.
You agree to take responsibility for your safety and belongings by attending this event. NC Eclectic Esports may not be held liable for any incidents, including accidents, lost items, or disruptive behavior.
Legal guardians are responsible for their child’s safety and conduct, even if they attend alone. Any children 12 years or younger may not be left alone. Any concerns should be reported to staff immediately.
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Thank you for understanding and helping us ensure a great experience for everyone!
Disclaimers
This event is not affiliated with or sponsored by Nintendo.
Tickets
Types of Tickets
Community Backer
This ticket comes with a collectible rainbow button, public shout-out, and guaranteed player spot.
Community Supporter
This ticket comes with a guaranteed player spot.
we are sold out of tickets for this event.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the event you can you can send an email to hello@nceclecticesports.com or use our contact form.
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July 11 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm