Gary Con XIX Charity Auction
We will once again host our annual charity auction in March for Gary Con XIX! The auction has become an iconic part of Gary Con’s annual events. Collectors, enthusiasts, and convention attendees will gather to see what had been donated to the auction this year and partake in bidding to help support our charitable cause—Children’s Wisconsin (2027).*
The auction is scheduled for 3:00-6:00pm on Saturday, March 20, 2027 at Gary Con XIX in the lobby of the lovely Grand Geneva Resort & Spa.
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If you have items you would like to donate to either the charity auction or silent auction, please contact auction@garycon.com for more details.
How to Participate
- Register –
- Once it is available, sign up for the live auction TTE Event for Saturday, March 20th, 2027 and start gathering at 2:30 PM in the hotel lobby.
- Preview Items –
- Some auction items will be showcased online—check them out on our Gary Con Charity Auction webpage as updates are made!
- Bid with Purpose –
- Set a budget and get ready for exciting bidding wars, all for a great cause!
- Spread the Word –
- Invite fellow gamers to join the fun and make a bigger impact.
Auction Highlights
- Rare Collectibles –
- Signed rulebooks, limited-edition game accessories, and sought-after memorabilia.
- Unique Experiences –
- Exclusive gaming sessions with industry legends and one-of-a-kind adventures.
- Stunning Artwork –
- Beautiful pieces inspired by your favorite games, created by talented artists from our community.
- Signed Merchandise –
- Autographed items from renowned gaming personalities.
Silent Auction
New last year at Gary Con XVIII in March of 2026, was the first ever Gary Con Silent Auction!
An extension of the annual Gary Con Charity Auction, the Silent Auction featured items donated by attendees, staff, and Special Guests, as well as treasures from the depths of the Gary Con merchandise closet. Attendees were able to preview items up for bidding throughout that day in a glass display case near the Registration/Help Desk.
From Thursday to Saturday we featured five items at a time in approximately two-hour auctions across from the Gary Con Registration/Help Desk.
Bidders wrote down their name, phone number, Gary Con badge number, and their bid (in whole dollar increments). We were unable to accept proxy bids so bidders had to stop by.
Once the bell rang at the end of every two hours, auctions were closed—items were gathered and replaced for the next round of bidding and Gary Con staff notified the winning bidders, who picked-up their items at the Registration/Help Desk.
Sponsored by Orthane Productions in 2026, the Gary Con XVIII Charity Auction raised over $120,000 to support Children’s Wisconsin and help sick kids get essential care.
*Although we wish we could provide you with a tax deductible form, Gary Con is not a 501(c) nonprofit organization. As a result, we cannot provide a letter that will qualify you for a tax deduction from your auction purchase. We can provide you with the amount you spent on auction items, but we have no authority or ability to offer any tax advice. In order to determine if there is a way you can claim any deductions for tax purposes, you would need to speak with a tax professional.