About us
Our goal with North County Gamers is encourage and facilitate more in-person gaming in North County. To do this, we are cataloging all gaming events, communities, businesses, and venues across North County San Diego. You can find a current list of all gaming events found at NorthCountyGamers.com.
But, more importantly, we aim to host THE BEST gaming events in North County that are fun for everyone of all skill levels.
You can join our Discord Channel here, but in order to gain full access, you will need to attend one of our events and speak with one of the hosts.
Event Highlights:
3/19/2025 - Xbox LAN Party
5/10/2025 - Mario Kart with Live Jazz
Upcoming events
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The Battle For The Bitlands: Gaming Competitions w/ Live Music
Aztec Brewery, 2330 La Mirada Dr., Suite 300, Vista, CA, USBUY TICKETS HERE
The Battle for The Bitlands: Where High Scores Meet High Notes
Level up your Saturday night at Aztec Brewery for an immersive fusion of competitive gaming and live music. On January 31, witness the ultimate showdown as local legends and casual contenders take the stage, backed by the soulful, high-energy sounds of The Soto Six.
This isn’t just playing videogames—it’s a live jazz concert where you control the tempo.
The Main Event: Live Jazz Meets Legendary Gameplay
Imagine drifting through Rainbow Road or landing a Final Smash while a professional jazz band performs the soundtrack in real-time. The Soto Six will be on stage starting at 7PM, syncopating their set to the action on the screen.
Games Featured
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
TICKET OPTIONS
General Admission - $10
- Full access to the event, live music, and an opportunity to enter into the lottery for on-stage Mario Kart and Smash Party Mode.
Smash 1v1 Tournament - $15
- Includes GA access + entry into the competitive 1v1 bracket with a $5 per head prize pool. Click here for Tournament Rules
Note: Smash 1v1 Tournament players must pre-register. General Admission guests interested in the on-stage lottery should check in with an Event Lead between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
The Schedule
Daytime: The Warm-Up (Free Entry)
- 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: North County Nerd Market. Browse local vendors offering rare collectibles, handmade crafts, and nerd culture essentials.
- 1:00 PM: Smash Bros. 1v1 Tournament Check-in.
- 2:00 PM: Smash Bros. 1v1 Tournament begins (Double Elimination, Best of 3 until Top 8, then Best of 5).
The Main Stage (Ticket Required)
- 5:00 PM: Lottery Registration opens for Mario Kart and Smash Party Mode.
- 7:00 PM: Mario Kart w/ Live Band. 16-people will compete for a prize.
- 8:00 PM: Smash Bros. Tournament Finals w/ Live Band. The final 2 battle it out to be crowned the inaugural Bitlands Champion
- 9:00 PM: 4-Player Smash Bros. Party Mode w/ Live Band. Complete chaos on stage until the end of the event.
Venue & Location
Aztec Brewery
2330 La Mirada Dr. Suite 300
Vista CA 92081
Saturday, January 31
Market starts at 1:00 PM | Main Stage starts at 7:00 PM3 attendees
Past events
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