June 18-22, 2025
+hangout June 16-18
Camp Lapihio in Umstead State Park
Raleigh, North Carolina
Enjoy a mix of competitive play, casual games, and social activities in a beautiful natural setting.
Join us for the 2025 Burning Board Go Festival from June 16-22 at Camp Lapihio in Umstead State Park, Raleigh, NC. This event features a three-day, six-game AGA-rated tournament, workshops, simuls, and lectures by renowned Go teachers Yuan Zhou and Michael Chen 1P.
Accommodations include primitive cabins or offsite lodging, with lunch provided on select days. Participants must register by June 9, and under-18 attendees must be accompanied by an adult. Don't miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Go and nature!
Accommodations include primitive cabins or offsite lodging, with lunch provided on select days. Participants must register by June 9, and under-18 attendees must be accompanied by an adult. Don't miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Go and nature!
Join the Fun!
Spend the week in a cozy, primitive cabin or nearby offsite.
Lunch is provided, with a shared kitchen available for other meals. Additionally, there are several restaurants and grocery stores just a few miles away.
The final night features a unique ceremonial burning of the board, where we cook s'mores over a fire made with paper kifus of your recorded games. Join us for a memorable and immersive Go experience!
Reserve your Spot!
Cabin Costs
6 Nights
Monday 16th - Sunday 22nd
Shared cabin: $75
Private cabin: $295
Shared cabin: $75
Private cabin: $295
4 Nights
most popular
Wednesday 18th - Sunday 22nd
Shared cabin: $65
Private cabin: $270
Shared cabin: $65
Private cabin: $270
2 Nights
Friday 20th - Sunday 22nd
Shared cabin: $45
Private cabin: $135
Shared cabin: $45
Private cabin: $135
Check-in: 3pm-6pm on your arrival day.
Checkout by 1:00pm on Sunday.
Learn from the best for a fraction of the usual cost!
Renowned teacher and author Yuan Zhou will conduct workshops and game reviews. Additionally, well-known YouTube teacher and American Pro Michael Chen 1P will provide lectures, simuls, and game reviews. This is an incredible opportunity to improve your skills with guidance from some of the best in the Go community.
Level Up!
Tournament and Workshops Fee
4+ Days
most popular
Cost: $160
21 and younger: $85
Nonplayer: $55
Nonplayer: $55
*lunch included
2 Days (Sat & Sun)
Cost: $90
21 and younger: $55
Nonplayer: $40
Nonplayer: $40
*lunch included
1 Day (Sat)
Cost: $45
21 and younger: $30
*lunch included
Make new friends and have fun!
Arrive by 8:30 AM each day for exciting games and camaraderie.
Main Tournament:
- Time settings: 1 hour main time, with 5 byo-yomi periods of 30 seconds each.
Saturday Tournament:
- Four rounds with shorter time periods: 30 minutes + 10 second Fischer time.
All games are AGA-rated, using AGA rules, and paired by the Tournament Director. Ensure your AGA membership is current or updated at usgo.org.
Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow Go enthusiasts and enjoy a week of fun and learning!
Main Tournament:
- Time settings: 1 hour main time, with 5 byo-yomi periods of 30 seconds each.
Saturday Tournament:
- Four rounds with shorter time periods: 30 minutes + 10 second Fischer time.
All games are AGA-rated, using AGA rules, and paired by the Tournament Director. Ensure your AGA membership is current or updated at usgo.org.
Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow Go enthusiasts and enjoy a week of fun and learning!
Register Today!