LOVE GAMING?

BACK FOR A SECOND YEAR BY THE SEASIDE - WITH GAMING, CODING, VIRTUAL REALITY, WORKSHOPS, RETRO - AND MUCH, MUCH MORE

Ready for round two? GEEK is back at Dreamland Margate this February half term...

GEEK is a three-day festival of games and play and returns to the home of entertainment, Dreamland Margate, for a second year.

SPACE INVADERS, CODING AND COSPLAY

The 2018 edition of the event will have a space theme as it celebrates the 40th anniversary of Space Invaders. Visitors can expect hundreds of games from retro consoles to modern-day technology, as well as coding, science and cosplay. Thousands of dedicated gaming enthusiasts, families looking for half-term fun, and those who are simply seeking to indulge their nostalgia for retro consoles from their childhood are set for an unforgettable February as they meet, make and play.

BACK AT DREAMLAND WITH A SPACE THEME

Back for a second year and taking over the entire undercover areas of the park, GEEK 2018 will be transforming Dreamland with a space theme as it celebrates the 40th anniversary of the original Space Invaders. The festival will feature a Minecraft Takeover on Sunday and free play all weekend, and the Jedi Fight Academy will show budding Jedi’s lightsaber skills and much more - taught by actor Andrew Lawden, who starred in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.

The family-friendly event will be bigger than ever as it showcases technology, creativity and fun at the iconic Dreamland site. It will present a behind-the-scenes look at gaming with a plethora of entertainment on offer. Featured games will include old favourites spanning generations to virtual reality experiences, all amongst the entertainment park’s very own vintage arcade and pinball machines.

PIT YOUR SKILLS AGAINST FELLOW GAMERS

The popular Cosplay Masquerade will return and those looking to put their gaming skills to the test can take part in tournaments in Street Fighter V, Pro Evolution Soccer 2018, Halo 4 and many more.

GEEK will offer a full programme of exclusive workshops and talks, and throughout February, there will be insightful educational activities with local schools and community groups - which aim to lift the lid on the gaming industry.

COMPETITION

There is one ‘GEEK Family Ticket’ up for grabs! For your chance to win, simply answer the following question:

IN WHICH SEASIDE TOWN IS GEEK HELD? A: DEAL B: MARGATE C: HERNE BAY

To enter this competition, text the word GEEK, leave a space, then add your answer A, B or C plus your name and address to 87474.

All replied messages cost £1 plus your standard network charge. This competition closes on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.

Alternatively, you can enter for free by completing the competition coupon in What’s On, using the keyword GEEK. Please note - you will be automatically added to our subscribers list for the weekly What’s On newsletter, but you may unsubscribe at any time. Meet, make, play as the ultimate festival of games returns to Dreamland this February half term. This year, celebrate 40 years of Space Invaders with a whole galaxy of space play. All this and much more:

Jedi Fight Academy Cosplay Tournaments Arcades Talks The GEEK Marketplace Workshops VR gameplay Board games Indie Developers Showcase Multi-player gaming Minecraft

Terms and conditions: The prize offered is for two adults and two children. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over. The winner can choose one date from any of the GEEK festival dates but must book in advance. Winner will be given the opportunity to choose their date when they are notified of their win. The winner will collect tickets for their prize at the box office on arrival. All event terms and conditions apply. Visit the Dreamland website for FAQS.

Tickets to GEEK are on sale now at bit.ly/geek2018

Children under age of 5 go free. Dreamland members get 10% discount. For more info on membership, visit dreamland.co.uk/membership