Where to Play Riftbound in Sydney: Nexus Nights & Summoner Skirmish
Riftbound Nexus Nights run at Hobby Collectors Australia in Fairfield every Friday at 6:30pm (Best-of-3) and every Saturday at 11am (Best-of-1), with entry at $15 per night. Every night you attend from 23 October 2026 also earns one entry into our raffle for a Riftbound Gift of the Rift Bundle, drawn on Friday 4 December.
We are a physical store that runs Riftbound every week, so you can turn up, play real opponents and ask questions in person. This guide covers when to come, how the raffle works and what Riot's Radiance Summoner Skirmish events offer in November and December. Details are checked as of 25 October 2026.
Written by the Hobby Collectors Australia team. Last updated 25 October 2026.
When and where are Riftbound Nexus Nights in Sydney?
Our Nexus Nights are at Shop 2, 20–26 Ware St, Fairfield NSW 2165, with two sessions a week:
| Night | Time | Format | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 6:30pm | Best-of-3 | $15 |
| Saturday | 11:00am | Best-of-1 | $15 |
Best-of-3 means you play up to three games against each opponent, so the Friday night suits players who want a more competitive match. Best-of-1 is a single game per round, which keeps Saturday morning quick and relaxed and is a good first night if you are new. We close on public holidays, so check Discord if a Friday or Saturday falls on one.
What is a Riftbound Nexus Night?
Nexus Night is Riot's weekly organised play programme for local game stores, and it is built to be casual and welcoming. You bring your deck, play a few rounds and meet other local players. Riot also supplies Radiance Nexus Night promo packs of three cards, drawn from a 25-card promo list, to stores that run the programme.
At HCA, we see everyone from first-timers with a Showdown Deck to players tuning a Radiance Legend deck for Skirmish. Staff are on the floor to explain rules and help with deckbuilding. If you have not played before, read our beginner's guide to Riftbound first, then come along on a Saturday morning.
How do I win the Gift of the Rift Bundle?
Come to Nexus Night. From 23 October 2026, every Nexus Night you attend earns you one entry into our raffle for a Riftbound Gift of the Rift Bundle, and the draw is on Friday 4 December 2026 at Nexus Night, the same day the bundle releases.
- One entry per person, per night. Come on both Friday and Saturday and you earn an entry each night.
- Last chance: Friday 4 December is the final night to earn an entry, and the draw is held that night.
- Winner: announced on Discord, our socials and in store.
- No cash alternative: the prize is the bundle itself.
Between now and the draw there are six more Fridays (30 October to 4 December) and five more Saturdays (31 October to 28 November), so there is time to stack up entries.
What is in the Gift of the Rift Bundle?
Based on the listing details we have seen, the bundle is a collector's set that includes:
- 16 booster packs: 3 each from Origins, Spiritforged, Unleashed and Vendetta, plus 4 from Radiance
- 1 Ramen Akali alternate-art promo card
- 100 matching card sleeves
- 36 Rainbow Foil Runes
- A 2,000-card storage box
What is Riftbound Summoner Skirmish?
Summoner Skirmish is Riot's competitive organised play series for local game stores, and the Radiance season has two periods: Skirmish 1 starts on 9 November 2026 and Skirmish 2 starts on 14 December 2026. We have run Summoner Skirmish before, including Unleashed Skirmish 1 on 20 June, and we will post our own dates, ticket price and format for both on our Discord and the events page as soon as they are confirmed.
Nexus Night is the best practice for Skirmish, because the same players, formats and deck tweaks show up every week.
What are the Radiance Skirmish 1 prizes?
Riot's published prizes for Skirmish 1 (from 9 November) are:
| Placement | Prize |
|---|---|
| Champion | Stamped Akali, Brash promo (RAD 015) and an Akali Champion Skirmish playmat |
| Top Cut | Akali, Brash promo (RAD 015) |
| Participation | Graves, Blasting Through promo (RAD 085) |
What are the Radiance Skirmish 2 prizes?
Riot's published prizes for Skirmish 2 (from 14 December) are:
| Placement | Prize |
|---|---|
| Champion | Stamped Ahri, Confident promo (RAD 038) and an Ahri Champion Skirmish playmat |
| Top Cut | Ahri, Confident promo (RAD 038) |
| Participation | Lulu, Whimsical promo (RAD 110) |
How do I get ready for Nexus Night and Skirmish?
Start with the cards, then play as often as you can. Our Radiance set guide covers the nine new Legends and keywords, and our Pre-Rift guide explains how sealed deckbuilding works. If you want a ready-to-play start for two, the Seraphine vs Evelynn Showdown Deck post covers what is in the box.
Browse everything in the Radiance collection and the full Riftbound range, including Origins and Vendetta (see our Vendetta guide). Stock changes quickly after a release, so check the product pages for live availability, and join our Discord for restock news. New to trading card games? Our TCG comparison shows how Riftbound stacks up.
Why play Riftbound at Hobby Collectors Australia?
- Two Nexus Nights a week: Friday 6:30pm Best-of-3 and Saturday 11am Best-of-1.
- A raffle that rewards turning up: one entry per night for the Gift of the Rift Bundle.
- Skirmish close to home: a Western Sydney store you can reach without crossing the city.
- Official WPN store: authentic product, sourced through official distribution.
- Community: a Discord where players organise games, trade tips and hear about events first.
Riftbound in Sydney FAQ
Where can I play Riftbound in Sydney?
Hobby Collectors Australia, Shop 2, 20–26 Ware St, Fairfield NSW 2165, runs Riftbound Nexus Nights every Friday at 6:30pm (Best-of-3) and every Saturday at 11am (Best-of-1). Entry is $15 per night.
What day is Riftbound Nexus Night in Fairfield?
Riftbound Nexus Night runs on Fridays at 6:30pm as a Best-of-3 event and on Saturdays at 11am as a Best-of-1 event. There is no Tuesday session any more.
How do I enter the Gift of the Rift Bundle raffle?
Attend any Riftbound Nexus Night from 23 October 2026 and you earn one raffle entry for that night, with a limit of one entry per person per night. The winner is drawn on Friday 4 December 2026 at Nexus Night, and there is no cash alternative.
When is Riftbound Summoner Skirmish in 2026?
Riot's Radiance Summoner Skirmish periods begin on 9 November and 14 December 2026. We announce our own Skirmish dates and ticket details on Discord and our events page.
What are the Summoner Skirmish prizes for Radiance?
Skirmish 1 gives the Champion a stamped Akali, Brash promo and an Akali playmat, the Top Cut an Akali, Brash promo, and every participant a Graves, Blasting Through promo. Skirmish 2 gives the Champion a stamped Ahri, Confident promo and an Ahri playmat, the Top Cut an Ahri, Confident promo, and every participant a Lulu, Whimsical promo.
Is Riftbound easy to start at Nexus Night?
Yes. Nexus Night is casual and open to new players, and our crew help with rules and deckbuilding on the night. Start with the Riftbound beginner's guide and join our Discord to ask questions before you come.
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Visit Hobby Collectors Australia
Come and play Riftbound with us this Friday or Saturday. We are an official Wizards Play Network store, and our crew will help with rules and deckbuilding on the night.
Hobby Collectors Australia
Shop 2, 20–26 Ware St, Fairfield NSW 2165
Monday–Friday 2pm–9pm, Saturday–Sunday 10am–5pm, closed public holidays
Discord: discord.gg/cBu6CN8R9a
Email: info@hobbycollectorsaustralia.com.au
Events: hobbycollectorsaustralia.com.au/collections/hobby-collectors-australia-events