Gather your crew!

On Tuesdays, The Bearded Dragon runs our Pirate Party! This is a casual, fun, constructed event for OP players to get some practice, try out some new strategies, and relax at the store!

Everyone will receive a booster pack with signups. After we pair round one, the event will be run as casual open play for the rest of the night.

Anyone who plays an off-meta leader at signup will receive an extra booster pack!

When: Every Tuesday 7 PM
Where: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Entry: $10
Format: Casual Constructed (Three Rounds)

We are calling all Jedis & Sith! Every Tuesday, SWU is constructed at The Bearded Dragon!
Dates: EVERY TUESDAY 7 PM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Entry: $10
Format: Constructed (Three Rounds)
Prizes:
3-0: Seven Booster Packs 6 8 Promo Packs (2 current & 4 previous)
2-1: Two Booster Packs & 6 Promo Packs (2 current & 4 previous)
Any Other Result: One Booster Pack & 3 Promo Packs (1 current & 2 previous)
We will also be raffling off one carbonite booster to a lucky participant every Tuesday!
No preregistration is required. Just sign up in-store before starting.

Our Lorcana weekly event is every Tuesday!
To celebrate the release of Azurite Sea, we will be giving a box away every week!
Everyone is guaranteed a booster pack with registration, and there will be additional prizes for the top finishers!
Date: Tuesdays 7:00 PM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Format: Constructed
Entry: 10$
Prize Support (Based on ten players):
3-0: Eight Current Set Booster Packs, Option of either promo Deckbox, Lore Counter, or Pin
2-1: Four Current Set Lorcana Packs
Any other Record: Two Current Set Current Lorcana Pack
Every week, all players will receive a promo card.
No preregistration is required. Just sign up at the door!

Our weekly Legacy tournament takes place every Wednesday!
• Format: Legacy Constructed
• Event Capacity: 22 Participants (per event)
• Entry Fee: $10
• Tournament Structure: 3 Swiss Rounds
• Prize Structure:
3-0: $40 Store Credit & Foil Promo Pack
2-1: $15 Store Credit & Regular Promo Pack
While supplies last, we will also be giving out a Foil WPN Premium Promo Zombie Master to all players with a 3-0 record!
Just Sign Up At The Door!

The Bearded Dragon is happy to announce the return of our Flesh & Blood Armory events!
In addition to the regular Armory event promos and prizes, all undefeated players will split a sealed booster box if we have more than eight players.
Format: The Hunted Booster Draft
Entry: $10
Prizes:
3-0: Split of sealed booster box of most recent expansion.
2-1: 3 of most recent booster packs or $10 store credit.
All players will recieve a GEM Promo Pack.
No Preregistration is required. Just sign up in-store before starting.

In a post-rotation world, the standard is an exciting format!
We've decided to up the ante for you, the standard players out there. Get ready for a thrill every week as we give away a booster box and Cavern of Souls promo! And that's not all-we're also throwing in some super cool Cowboy Bebop promos!
Date: Every Weds 7 PM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville NJ 07924)
Entry: $15
Format: Standard (3 Rounds)
Prizes: (Based on Eight Players)
3-0: All 3-0 players will split a current Play Booster Box or $120 store credit.
2-1 $15 Store Credit
1st: Cavern of Souls WPN Promo & monthly cowboy bebop promo
2nd: Cowboy bebop promo
There will be additional promo card & pack prizes as supplies last.
Just sign up before the event starts.

Our weekly Modern tournament takes place every Thursday!
• Format: Modern Constructed
• Event Capacity: 32 Participants
• Entry Fee: $10
• Tournament Structure: 3 Swiss Rounds
• Prize Structure:
3-0: $40 Store Credit & Foil Promo Pack
2-1: $15 Store Credit & Regular Promo Pack
While supplies last, we will also give out a Foil WPN Premium Promo to all players with a 3-0 record!
Just Sign Up At The Door!

YOU'RE IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT
Leave your competition in the dust! Get behind the wheel in Aetherdrift, a multiversal race filled with adrenaline-fueled Magic gameplay across three planes.
We draft EVERY FRIDAY!
Entry: $20
Time: Fridays at 7 PM
Format: Booster Draft
Prize Support:
3-0: 1 FOIL Promo Pack, $25 SC OR 6 Play Boosters
2-1: Regular Promo Pack, $10 SC OR 2 Play Boosters
Any Other Result: 1 Play Booster
Additional promo card prizes while supplies last.
No preregistration is required. Just sign up at the door!

CHAOS DRAFT RETURNS!

Get ready for an unpredictable, thrilling draft experience at The Bearded Dragon! With Tarkir: Dragonstorm on the horizon, what better way to prepare than with a Chaos Draft?

What is a Chaos Draft?
Each draft pod will receive 24 unique booster packs from recent Magic history—no two packs will be the same in any single pod! Players will draft across different sets, mix strategies, and build creative, one-of-a-kind decks. Expect wild synergies, unexpected combos, and an unforgettable drafting experience!

Event Details:

Date: Friday, March 28th
Time: 7 PM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Format: Chaos Booster Draft (Draft + 3 Rounds)
Entry Fee: $20
Prizes for All Players:

3-0 Record: 1 Foil Promo Pack, $25 Store Credit, or 6 Play Boosters
2-1 Record: 1 Regular Promo Pack, $10 Store Credit, or 2 Play Boosters
Any Other Result: 1 Play Booster – just for playing!
No preregistration required—just show up, sign up, and dive into the chaos!

THIS EVENT STARTS FRIDAY APRIL 11TH

FRIDAY NIGHT DRAFT – EVERY WEEK!
JOIN YOUR CLAN. BREAK THE STORM.
Tarkir returns, bigger and bolder than ever! Get ready for a world of cinematic action, dynamic clan warfare, and legendary dragons that will ignite your collection.
Looking for a fun way to kick off the weekend? Join us every Friday at 7 PM for a Booster Draft! Whether you're here to draft a crazy deck, play some great games, or just hang out with fellow Magic fans, this is the perfect way to enjoy the game.
Event Details:
Entry Fee: $20
Format: Booster Draft
Time: Fridays at 7 PM
Prizes for Everyone!
Go 3-0? Take home a Foil Promo Pack, $25 Store Credit, or 6 Play Boosters
Go 2-1? Score a Regular Promo Pack, $10 Store Credit, or 2 Play Boosters
Any other result? You’ll still get a Play Booster—just for playing!
Plus, we’ve got extra promo cards while supplies last!
No need to sign up in advance—just drop in and join the fun!

THIS EVENT STARTS FRIDAY APRIL 25TH

SPRING FLOURISHES – A SPECIAL TARKIR: DRAGONSTORM DRAFT EVENT!

Celebrate spring with us at The Bearded Dragon for a one-of-a-kind Tarkir: Dragonstorm Booster Draft – Spring Flourishes! This special event adds a fresh twist to the classic draft format, inspired by the MTG card Rites of Flourishing.

We will be running this event for four weeks in a row, starting Friday, April 25th, and ending Friday, May 16th.

Event Highlights:

Special Rules Twist: At the start of each game, players will have an emblem that lets them draw an extra card and play an additional land on each of their turns. More cards, more plays, more fun!
Bonus for All Players: Everyone who joins will receive an exclusive Secret Lair D&D promo card (while supplies last), making this event even more rewarding.
Event Details:

Entry Fee: $20
Time: Fridays at 7 PM
Format: Booster Draft
Prizes for Everyone:

3-0 Record: 1 Foil Promo Pack, $25 Store Credit, or 6 Play Boosters
2-1 Record: 1 Regular Promo Pack, $10 Store Credit, or 2 Play Boosters
Any Other Result: 1 Play Booster – just for playing!
Plus, additional promo card prizes while supplies last.

No preregistration required—just sign up at the door and get ready for an exciting night of Magic!

Jump to Lightspeed with Us!
The Jump to Lightspeed set brings together characters, ships, and thrilling battles from across the entire Star Wars galaxy, with a special focus on starships, pilots, and epic space combat.
Starting March 14th, join us every Friday night for our weekly Star Wars: Unlimited Booster Draft at The Bearded Dragon. All players will receive two Weekly Play Promo Packs just for participating.
Event Details:
When: Fridays at 7 PM
Where: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Entry Fee: $20
Format: Jump to Lightspeed Booster Draft
Prizes:
3-0 Record: 5 Jump to Lightspeed packs + 4 promo packs
2-1 Record: 3 Jump to Lightspeed packs + 2 promo packs
All Other Players: 1 Jump to Lightspeed pack + 2 promo packs
Everyone will receive at least one booster pack and two promo packs, so every participant leaves with something.
No pre-registration required—just sign up at the door and join the action.

When: Every Saturday at 2:30 PM 
Where: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville NJ)
Entry: $10
Format: 3 Rounds Constructed

Prize Pool: (Based on 8 Players)
1st: 12 Newest Set Boosters and winner pack.
2nd: 6 Newest Set Boosters.
3rd/4th: 3 Newest Set Boosters.

Prize pool will double for every additional eight players.

All players will get the recent tournament pack until supplies last.

No preregistration is required just sign up before start.

**Premium Event Refund Policy**

To cancel your reservation for high-demand premium weekend events, please contact the store at least 24 hours before the event starts. You can reach us via phone, email, Facebook Messenger, or the contact form on our website.

Please note that cancellations will incur a 5% fee, as the credit card and PayPal fees are not refundable.

Cancellations made after the 24-hour window will be issued as store credit only.

If you would like to use store credit for payment, please pay the full amount via PayPal to reserve your spot. On the day of the event, see an associate to receive your PayPal refund and debit your store credit account.

Important Prerelease Update!
We've listened to your feedback and made some exciting changes to our Tarkir: Dragonstorm prerelease weekend!
✅ Lower Entry Fees – Making it easier for everyone to join the fun.
✅ Increased Prize Support – More packs, better rewards!
✅ Adjusted Start Times – More convenient scheduling for players.
✅ New Event: Sealed Booster Box Prerelease!
Bigger Prizes, Lower Cost – The Best Prerelease Yet!
Not only have we lowered entry fees, but we’ve also increased prize payouts across the board. More value, more fun, and a better experience for all players!

Introducing the Sealed Booster Box Prerelease!
Get ready for a massive sealed deck experience! On Saturday, April 5th at 4PM, each player will receive an entire sealed booster box to build their deck. More cards, more strategy, more power.
Double Prize Payouts compared to a standard flight.
Extended Deckbuilding Time – Open your 30 packs and craft the ultimate deck from a huge card pool.

JOIN YOUR CLAN. BREAK THE STORM.
Tarkir is back—bigger and bolder than ever. Expect cinematic action, dynamic clan battles, and fearsome dragons to ignite your collection.
Product Availability
We’ll have everything from the Tarkir: Dragonstorm set, including:
Singles
Draft, Set & Collector Boosters
Commander Decks
Prerelease Kits & Bundles

We can’t wait to host you for an epic prerelease weekend!
Classic Sealed Prerelease - $35 (32 Cap Per Flight)
Friday 4/4 – 2:30 PM & 6:30 PM
Saturday 4/5 – 12:00 PM & 4:30 PM
Sunday 4/6 – 1:00 PM (Two-Headed Giant)
Prizes (Per Player):
3-0: 5 Play Booster Packs
2-1: 4 Play Booster Packs
1-2: 3 Play Booster Packs
0-3: 2 Play Booster Packs

Each flight will have an even amount of Tarkir clans represented! Players will select from available clans during check-in on a first come basis.

Sealed Booster Box Prerelease - $150
Saturday, April 5th - 4 PM
Format: Booster Box Sealed Deck (80 min deckbuilding, 3 Swiss rounds)
Prizes (Per Player):
3-0: 10 Play Booster Packs
2-1: 8 Play Booster Packs
1-2: 6 Play Booster Packs
0-3: 4 Play Booster Packs

More value, bigger prizes, better start times—don’t miss out on the ultimate prerelease experience!

 

ROYAL BLOOD – CONSTRUCTED TOURNAMENT
Compete in an exciting Constructed tournament at The Bearded Dragon and test your deck-building skills in a five-round Swiss event with amazing prizes on the line!

Event Details:

Date: Friday, April 11th
Time: 7 PM
Location: The Bearded Dragon
123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924
Format: Constructed (Five Rounds of Swiss)
Entry Fee: $32
Prizes:
The top eight players will each win one booster box of Emperors In The New World and four promotional packs!

Important Information:

The advertised prize pool is guaranteed for 32 players.
This event is capped at 32 players.
There will be no elimination rounds after the top cut—prizes will be awarded based on standings following the Swiss rounds.
This event is expected to sell out, so preregistration is highly recommended.
Registration is NOT available through the Bandai TCG+ app.

 

JUMP TO LIGHTSPEED – BOX BATTLE EVENT!
The Bearded Dragon is thrilled to celebrate the release of the newest Star Wars Unlimited set, Jump to Lightspeed, with an epic Box Battle Event! Get your constructed-legal decks ready, and race to the store at lightspeed for an unforgettable showdown!
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 12th
Time: 11 AM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07921)
Format: Best-of-three Constructed, Swiss rounds based on attendance, with a Top 8 prize cut
Entry Fee: $25
Prizes (Based on 20 Players, Will Scale with Attendance!):
All Top 8 players will win a booster box of Jump to Lightspeed and eight promo packs!
The event ends after the Top 8 cut, and prizes will be awarded—no elimination rounds.
Additional Info:
No decklists required—just bring your best deck and play!
The event will be run on Melee.GG, so all players must have an active Melee.GG account.

Don’t miss out on this high-stakes Jump to Lightspeed launch event—see you at the tables!

 

 

CEDH SHOWDOWN IV – HIGH-STAKES COMPETITION!
Competitive EDH is taking over, and The Bearded Dragon is thrilled to team up with our friend DJ to bring you the fourth installment of our high-stakes CEDH Showdown!

Unlimited playtest cards are allowed, so get ready to sleeve up your most powerful deck and battle through intense four-player pods. Only one champion will rise to claim victory!

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, April 13th
Time: 11 AM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Entry Fee: $50
Format: CEDH with unlimited playtest cards
Structure: 4 Swiss rounds of pod play, cut to Top 10
Competitive Rules Enforcement
HARD CAP of 44 players
Tournament Structure:
Players will compete in four-player pods each round, earning points based on performance:
Win: 5 points
Draw: 1 point
Loss: 0 points
After four Swiss rounds, the Top 10 players will advance:
1st & 2nd place in standings go straight to the Finals Pod
The remaining eight players will compete in two playoff pods
The winner of each playoff pod joins the top two players in the Final Pod to determine the champion
Prizes:
1st Place: $400 Store Credit
2nd-4th Place: $200 Store Credit
5th-10th Place: $80 Store Credit
Decklist Submission & Playtest Rules:
Decklists are required and must be submitted on Topdeck.GG. Registered players will receive an email with a submission guide the week of the event.
All players must have a Topdeck.GG account before the event. Create one at www.topdeck.gg.
Allowed Playtest Cards:
Gold-bordered cards
Blank checklist/world championship cards
Non-foil basic lands (Plains preferred) with all relevant card text clearly written
All playtest cards must have authentic Magic: The Gathering backs.
Counterfeit or non-genuine Magic cards are strictly prohibited. If unsure, our judge will inspect cards before the event begins.
Registration:
This event is expected to sell out, so preregistration is strongly recommended!

 

 

JOIN YOUR CLAN. BREAK THE STORM.

Tarkir returns, bigger and bolder than ever! Get ready for a world of cinematic action, dynamic clan warfare, and legendary dragons that will ignite your collection.

Commander Party is an exclusive WPN Premium one-day event where your in-game choices shape the unfolding story. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the battlefield, this immersive, casual in-store experience is the perfect way to dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering like never before.

Event Details:
Date: April 19th
Location: The Bearded Dragon
Entry Fee: $10
Format: Commander

Prizes & Participation Perks:

All players receive a Tarkir: Dragonstorm Play Booster and a Dragonspeaker Shaman promo just for joining.
The winner claims a Collector Pack.
No preregistration required—just show up and sign up at the door! Gather your allies, make your move, and leave your mark on Tarki

 

🎉 The Bearded Dragon Presents: A Special Friday Night Modern RCQ! 🎉
The Bearded Dragon is thrilled to kick off the new Modern Regional Championship Qualifier (RCQ) format this Spring! To shake things up, we’re bringing something fresh to the season—our first RCQ will be hosted as a special Friday Night Magic event!
🔥 Why Friday? 🔥
We know that weekends can be packed with commitments, making it tough for some players to compete in qualifiers. By hosting this RCQ on a Friday night, we’re giving players a chance to chase their Regional Championship invite without sacrificing their weekend plans!
✨ Imagine this: You crush the competition, secure your invite on Friday night, and get to relax and enjoy the rest of your weekend—no need to grind more events! Whether you’re aiming for the championship or just looking for a high-level competitive experience, this is your chance to compete, qualify, and celebrate—all before Saturday morning!
Event Details
Date: Friday, April 25th
Start Time: 6:30 PM (Decklists due by 6:20 PM)
Entry Fee: $50
Location: The Bearded Dragon
Tournament Format: Modern
Structure: Swiss rounds with a cut to the top eight. If there are 16 or fewer players, an additional Swiss round will be played, followed by a cut to the top four. Prize distribution will still extend to the top eight. If the event has more than 16 players, there will be five Swiss rounds with a cut to the top eight.
Prize Support (Based on 32 Players)
1st & 2nd Place: $250 cash travel stipend, Regional Championship Qualification, Foil Fauna Shaman promo
3rd & 4th Place: $100 store credit
5th - 8th Place: $75 store credit
Top 8 Players: Two regular Fauna Shaman promo cards and a Top 8 pin
Winner’s Lanyard: Awarded to the highest-seeded finalist entering the elimination rounds
All Participants: Two Prosperous Innkeeper promo cards
Tournament Procedures & Policies
To ensure the event starts and runs on time, the following procedures will be enforced:
Decklist Submission: All players must submit their decklists in advance via email to TheBeardedDragonGames@gmail.com or in person at The Bearded Dragon by 6:20 PM. Late submissions may result in penalties. If multiple decklists are submitted, the most recent timestamp will be considered final.
Round One Pairings: Pairings will be posted exactly at 6:30 PM. All players must be seated, have submitted their decklists, and joined the event in the companion app by this time.
Companion Event Code: Players will receive the event code via email. Failure to join the event before round one pairings will result in a match loss for round one, and the player will be added for round two.
Pre-Registration

 Registration will close at noon on Friday, April 25th. In-person registration the night of the event will not be permitted.
For any questions regarding the event, please contact The Bearded Dragon store.

 

The NYSE Vintage MTG Qualifier Returns to The Bearded Dragon!

One of the biggest Vintage Magic: The Gathering events, the NYSE, is back this year—and so are we! Last year’s NYSE Vintage event and the qualifiers leading up to it were a huge success, and we’re ready to do it again.

The Bearded Dragon is PROUD to announce that this spring, we will once again be hosting a qualifier for this prestigious event! We’re thrilled to bring Vintage MTG back to our store and give players another chance to secure their spot at the NYSE—or walk away with a $500 cash prize!

Event Details
Date: Sunday, April 27th – 11:00 AM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Format: Unsanctioned Vintage (Swiss rounds based on attendance & cut to Top 8)
Playtest Card Rule: Up to 20 playtest cards allowed
Entry Fee: $50
Prizing (Based on 35 Players, Scales Up with Attendance!)
1st Place: NYSE Invite OR $500 cash (Guaranteed)
2nd Place: Revised Tundra
3rd & 4th Place: $100 store credit
5th - 8th Place: $50 store credit
The prize structure may be adjusted based on final attendance, but the 1st place prize is guaranteed.

Playtest Card Guidelines
This is a playtest-friendly event. A playtest card is typically a basic land with the name and relevant text of a different card written on it with a marker.
Playtest cards are NOT reproductions of authentic Wizards of the Coast products and are intended for personal, non-commercial use to test deck concepts.
Each player may use up to 20 playtest cards.
We strongly recommend using a black Sharpie on a basic Plains. Judges will be available before the event to review playtest cards to ensure compliance with our guidelines.
Decklists are required, and playtest cards must be clearly noted on your decklist.

Event Platform & Registration
This event will be run on Melee.GG. If you don’t have an account, you can create one here → Melee.GG Registration

This event WILL sell out, so secure your spot now.
Don't miss this chance to battle for a NYSE invite, win great prizes, and experience top-tier Vintage Magic at The Bearded Dragon. See you there!

 

BECOME A CHAMPION – LORCANA STORE CHAMPIONSHIP
Looking for a fun and exciting way to put your Lorcana skills to the test? Join us at The Bearded Dragon on Sunday, May 4th, for a Store Championship where everyone has a chance to win awesome prizes and enjoy a great day of games!

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, May 4th
Time: 11 AM
Location: The Bearded Dragon (123 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924)
Entry Fee: $30
Format: Constructed (Best-of-Three Swiss Rounds & Playoff, based on attendance)
Prizes for Everyone! (Based on 26 Players, will scale up with attendance)
1st Place: Hiro Hamada Champion Playmat, One Archazia’s Island Booster Box, and an Alternate Art Hiro Hamada Top 8 Promo
2nd Place: One Archazia’s Island Booster Box and an Alternate Art Hiro Hamada Top 8 Promo
3rd-8th Place: One Archazia’s Island Booster Box and a Hiro Hamada Top 8 Promo
All Players: Get a participation version of the Hiro Hamada promo, just for playing!
How to Sign Up:
This event will be run through Melee.GG – if you don’t have an account, you can make one here: melee.gg/Account/Register
Preregistration for the event is available on our website.
Spots are limited, so preregistration is recommended!

 

Magic Presents: Pride – A Special Commander Event at The Bearded Dragon
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the voices of the LGBTQIA2+ community. This year, Wizards of the Coast and The Bearded Dragon invite you to join us for a special event in the Magic Presents series: Magic Presents: Pride.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: The Bearded Dragon
Entry Fee: $20 (Capped at 40 players)
Format: Commander – with a twist: All commanders will have the Partner ability
Pods: Four-player pods
Prizes and Special Rewards
Pod Winner: One Collector Pack
All Players: Two Play Booster Packs, regardless of finish
Raffle Prizes: A booster box, Secret Lairs, and other exclusive items
All Guests: A foil promotional Chromatic Lantern card (available while supplies last)
Play for a Cause
All entry fees from this event will be donated to the Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, supporting their work in advancing LGBTQIA2+ rights and equality.

No Pre-Registration Required
Simply sign up at the door and join us for a day of fun, inclusivity, and celebration through Magic: The Gathering.

This is a unique Commander experience and an opportunity to give back while playing the game we love. We look forward to seeing you there.

For any questions, please contact The Bearded Dragon store.

 

 

After finishing the checkout process you will be returned to our website. Please wait a few seconds for the transaction to complete & confirmation page to load.