MineVention in Dreamland Margate, March 9 and March 10

A two-day Minecraft festival finally arrives at a Kent attraction this weekend.

The much-anticipated MineVention is at Dreamland in Margate this Saturday and Sunday (March 9 and 10).

It is set to be an event not to be missed by fans of the game - with events also being held in relation to cult-game Fortnite.

Minevention is coming to Dreamland
Minevention is coming to Dreamland

There will be the opportunity for gamers to test their skills in Minecraft tournaments, meet famous YouTubers, try out craft activities and take part in costume contests.

Element Animation, TycerX and FalseSymmetry - who have almost 3 million subscribers between them - will be available for the meet and greet sessions with gamers.

You could also be part of a world record attempt!

On Saturday, March 9 at 1pm, there will be an attempt to break the world record for how many Minecraft Steves could be in one place.

The current record is 337.You don't need a ticket to the event to take part in the attempt and anyone wanting to take part needs to look like him including:

* A large pixelated square head with dark brown hair and blue eyes must be worn (which can be handmade or bought)

* A light blue t-shirt - untucked on the left

* A pair of blue jeans

* Carry a Minecraft prop

Gamers will flock to Dreamland this weekend
Gamers will flock to Dreamland this weekend

The weekend will be divided into morning and afternoon sessions on both days.

Also included is an autism friendly session on the Sunday morning, which will include the same content as the other sessions but with reduced capacity, no unnecessary tannoy announcements, no loud music and reduced lighting.

Tickets are from £15 plus a booking fee, with under threes free. Under 14s need to be accompanied by an adult. Visit dreamland.co.uk and to find out more about MineVention go to minevention.co.uk

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