Summer Gaming Monday at Blend Raleigh
Connecting People Through Games
What, When, Where
A relaxed Mario Kart video game party with no eliminations, live commentary, free prizes, and plenty of chances to laugh, connect, and have fun.
Monday, August 31st from 6-8 PM
1908 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, NC 27607
Schedule
- 6 PM: Check-in opens up
- 6:30 PM: Mario Kart World no elimination bracket starts
- 8 PM: Event ends
Event Description
Ready to race? Jump into Summer Gaming Mondays, a series of casual video game party where you can play, laugh, and take it easy! This time featuring a Mario Kart no elimination bracket.
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 enough points through side quests and wins to get a free prize at the end of the night. Come meet new people and enjoy some low-stress, summer gaming.
How the event works
CHOOSE YOUR KART: Before 6:30 PM check-in to sign up for our Mario Kart World casual competition. After 6:30 PM people that haven’t RSVPed 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 the top four players will be awarded prizes based on how well they did.
Rule Set
All matches are played in the following ruleset:
- 3-4 Players
- 150 CC
- Normal Items
- Easy CPUs
- 3 Random Tracks
RSVP
Spots are first come, first served for players at this casual Mario Kart meetup. People that RSVP get priority over people that don’t. We can support up to 16 players and an unlimited number of spectators.
RSVP
Let us know if you’re coming!
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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Additional Info
Prizes
All prizing is provided by NC Eclectic Esports for this event. The top three players and raffle winner of this event will receive different prizes.
Parking
There is a limited amount of street-side parking.
Physical Accessibility
There is a wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible restroom.
Bathrooms
There are two gendered bathrooms available.
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
We will have a limited number of Switches that can be used for Pokémon Champions. We encourage you to bring your own team if possible.
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 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.
August 31 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm