A beginner Magic night · October pilot
Pick up a deck.
Find your people.
Learn Magic over low-stakes games with other adults who are new or returning. We provide beginner-friendly decks, patient guidance, and a welcoming seat—come solo or bring a friend.
Games 7:00 PM–9:30 PM
Nucky’s Speakeasy · Boardwalk Room · 300 E. Main Street · Anoka, MN 55303
$49 for one · $89 for two
No deck or prior experience required.
Food and drinks purchased separately.
21+ · All guests must be 21 or older.
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Your ticket
Everything you need
to get started.
- A personal welcome and arranged starting seat
- A short, guided introduction
- Beginner-friendly decks and all play supplies
- Approximately 2.5 hours of hosted learning and play
- Patient guidance and help throughout the evening
- Opportunities to try another deck or opponent
- Borrow a deck for the night. Find a favorite? You’ll have the option to buy it to take home—no pressure, and not included in the ticket price.
You belong here
Curiosity is enough.
Completely new?You’re exactly who this evening is for. We’ll start from the beginning.
Magic-curious?Try a prepared deck and learn by playing, with help nearby.
Coming back?Returning players are welcome at a beginner pace.
Coming solo?We’ll welcome you personally and arrange your first seat.
Hosted by Chris
A Minneapolis dad and recent Magic convert. I started UNTAP to make it easier for other adults to learn the game and meet people, with a little guidance and plenty of room to be new.
Say hello to Chris ↗Nucky’s Speakeasy · Boardwalk Room
300 E. Main Street, Anoka, MN 55303
Entrance and parking details will arrive by email before the event.
The evening · Central time
A little guidance.
A lot of playing.
- 6:45–7:00 p.m.Arrival and introductions
- 7:00–7:15 p.m.Fast orientation and example turns
- 7:15–8:00 p.m.Guided first games
- 8:00–8:10 p.m.Break and optional table change
- 8:10–9:05 p.m.More independent play with continued help
- 9:05–9:30 p.m.Finish games, next steps, and goodbyes
Good to know
A few answers.
Do I need to bring anything?
No deck or prior experience required. We provide prepared beginner decks and all play supplies. Food and drinks are purchased separately.
Is this a tournament?
No. It’s a hosted evening of learning and casual play at a beginner pace.
What if my plans change—or the event doesn’t happen?
The event requires at least 8 paid guests, excluding hosts. We will confirm the event by October 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM Central.
If the organizer cancels or the minimum is not reached, customers receive a full refund to the original payment method.
Customers may request a full refund through October 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM Central. After confirmation, tickets are transferable but not refundable unless the organizer cancels. The refund-request deadline still applies if we confirm early.
Email Chris at untapmpls@gmail.com for questions, transfers, or refund requests.
Read the refund policyWho can attend?
21+ · All guests must be 21 or older.
Your next Thursday night
Come curious.
We’ll take it from there.
Thursday, October 8, 2026 · $49 for one · $89 for two
8 paid guests needed · 12 seats maximum
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