Halle's Mayor to initiate the event "Halle plays!" at the Hallmarkt on Sunday.

On September 6, 2025, the city of Halle will host the annual major analog gaming event, "Halle Plays!". This exciting day invites children, families, and gaming enthusiasts to immerse themselves in a world of fun and discovery.

The event will take place at the Central Library, Hallmarkt, Volkshochschule Adolf Reichwein Halle, and the adjacent schoolyard of the Lyonel-Feininger-Gymnasium. Admission to the event is free, and no registration is required.

The day will begin with an opening ceremony by Dr. Judith Marquardt, the Deputy Mayor for Culture and Sport. Visitors can then embark on a large game safari, leading them through the event locations. The safari invites participants to collect stamps and win game prizes by completing seven stations.

For tabletop fans, there will be workshops where you can paint your own miniatures. If you're a fan of strategy games, the Go club will provide insights into this traditional game. The Halle table football club "Kixx'n'trixx" also invites visitors to challenge club players.

Local game developers will be present, including the city games publisher with "optURBISima - HALLE (SAALE)", a historical Halle game. However, the specific participating developers and their games are not detailed in the provided sources.

Trading card game enthusiasts can participate in matches using rental decks for Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic, and other games.

For a more interactive experience, visitors can try out and discover new analog games, including the current "Game of the Year" and the "Favorite Game of Würfelpech e.V.". Tohuwabohou offers a program for movement and fun.

In between gaming sessions, refreshments can be found at the cake sale. For additional joyful entertainment, the BWG bouncy castle and a balloon artist will be present.

The city library will remain open until 6 pm, offering gaming fun on all floors, including the reading courtyard. Würfelpech association brings its extensive game library for on-site use.

Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just starting out, "Halle Plays!" promises a day filled with fun, discovery, and camaraderie. So mark your calendars and join us on September 6, 2025, for a day of gaming in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt!