Winter Board Game Bash

❄️ Winter Board Game Bash at Purple Dragon Games ❄️

WHERE: 306 S. Broadway Street, Yreka, CA

WHEN: 4-8PM each day

December 21–27, 2025 Celebrate the season of snow and stories with our weeklong Winter Board Game Bash! Each day features a fresh theme and a new set of games — from woodland adventures to icy ages. Drop in, sit down, and play up to three games per theme. It’s free to join, and you can win candy prizes just for playing! Bring your friends or meet new ones as we close out the year with laughter, strategy, and a bit of festive magic.

🎄 Sunday, December 21 — Deck the Halls (Deck Builders!)

Games: G.I. Joe Deck Builder, My Little Pony Deck Builder, Clank! Shuffle up for a day of dynamic deck building! Whether you’re commanding G.I. Joe against Cobra, spreading friendship through Equestria, or delving deep into dragon-guarded dungeons in Clank!, today’s all about crafting the perfect deck and daring adventure.

G.I. Joe Deck Builder – Strategically recruit heroes, gather gear, and foil Cobra’s schemes in this cooperative deck-builder based on the classic franchise. Teamwork and planning are key as you adapt to evolving missions and fight to protect the world.

My Little Pony Deck Builder – Friendship really is magic! Travel across Equestria, collecting allies and magic to overcome challenges. This lighthearted cooperative deck-builder blends teamwork and positivity with whimsical strategy.

Clank! – Sneak into a dragon’s lair, snatch treasures, and escape before you make too much noise! Every card choice shapes your adventure in this thrilling push-your-luck deck-builder.

🌲 Monday, December 22 — Woodland Creatures

Games: Takenoko, Fox in the Forest, Roots. Explore enchanted forests filled with bamboo, foxes, and woodland factions. Today’s theme celebrates nature and clever creatures of the woods.

Takenoko – Tend to the Emperor’s bamboo garden while caring for a hungry panda! A beautiful balance of planning and luck makes this game perfect for casual and strategic players alike.

Fox in the Forest – A two-player fairy tale trick-taking game where clever play earns points — but too much greed can cost you the win. Beautiful art and subtle mechanics make it charming and competitive.

Roots – Wage asymmetric woodland warfare in this modern classic of strategy. Command woodland creatures vying for control of the forest, from industrial cats to guerrilla birds. Deep and replayable!

📖 Tuesday, December 23 — Storytelling Day

Games: Once Upon a Time, Hanafuda, Stuffed Fables. Step into stories and legends with a day of imagination and narrative play.

Once Upon a Time – Craft fairy tales together, weaving cards into a shared story full of heroes, villains, and unexpected twists. Fast-paced and creative, it’s storytelling at its most playful.

Hanafuda – A traditional Japanese flower card game where each suit represents a month. Its beauty and rhythm make it both meditative and strategic — a timeless cultural experience.

Stuffed Fables – Enter a world where stuffed animals protect their child from nightmares. A storytelling adventure that blends board game and storybook into one heartfelt journey.

🎁 Wednesday, December 24 & Thursday, December 25 — No Games (Holiday Break)

Enjoy the holiday! We’ll return after the festivities with more wintery fun.

🍴 Friday, December 26 — Feasts!

Games: Kitchen Rush, Sushi Go, Chocolate Factory. Celebrate the season of food and family with games about cooking, serving, and sweets.

Kitchen Rush – A frantic cooperative real-time game where players run a restaurant together! Manage orders, cook dishes, and keep customers happy before time runs out.

Sushi Go! – Draft your favorite sushi combos to build the tastiest meal. Fast, fun, and perfect for groups — a delightful balance of luck and light strategy.

Chocolate Factory – Build your own chocolate empire! Manage conveyor belts, upgrade machines, and craft confections to fulfill orders in this satisfying economic puzzle.

🧊 Saturday, December 27 — Ice Age!

Games: Stone Age, Kitara, Dominant Species. Close the week with prehistoric power and frosty survival!

Stone Age – Lead your tribe to prosperity by gathering resources, crafting tools, and developing civilization. A classic worker-placement adventure that’s both warm and welcoming.

Kitara – Reclaim your lost empire in a world of myth and beasts. A dynamic area control game blending movement, timing, and tactical foresight with a touch of fantasy flair.

Dominant Species – Compete for survival as evolution takes hold! Adapt your species to survive shifting climates and outwit opponents in this deep, strategic masterpiece.