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Area 51

Name: Area 51
Address: 168 Clinton Avenue, Cortland, NY, 13045, US
Telephone: +16075914797

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👽 Area 51 is your home for games, geeky goods, and community in Cortland, NY! Play. Collect. Connect. 🛸🎲💥 Your adventure starts here!

Play in weekly events, collect epic merch from your favorite fandoms, and connect with a crew that feels like family. We are located in the historic Corset Building. Our entrance is at Corset West. We are front and center on the first floor. We are fully accessible with a slight ramp inside the main doors that leads to the store. Do not hesitate to ask if additional accommodations are needed or would be helpful. Bathrooms are available on the Corset East side of the building. Area 51 in Cortland, NY, is a haven for gamers and pop culture fans of all ages. We are a unique gift and game store packed with pop culture items for all generations, including tabletop games, RPG books, TCGs, toys, collectibles, decor, and 3D prints. We also host game events every day of the week. Area 51 is more than just a store; it’s an inclusive community where you can learn new skills, enjoy gaming, and make lasting memories. Whether you're into Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, or just looking for the latest pop culture collectibles, Area 51 has something for everyone.

10/29/2026

🎲⚔️ AREA 51 NOVEMBER ONE-SHOTS ARE HERE! 🐉✨

Ready for a new tabletop adventure? This November, Area 51 is hosting four unique RPG One-Shots, each with its own world to explore, challenges to overcome, and stories to tell!

🍃 Ryuutama
📅 Sunday, November 8th @ 5:00 PM
🎲 GM: Adam

November's chill settles over the valley, and the spirits of ancestors wander through the mist. With the guiding beacon gone dark, your party must brave the cold trail to bring the lost spirits home!

⚔️ Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft
📅 Monday, November 9th @ 6:30 PM
🎲 DM: Tom

Welcome to Azeroth! The People's Militia needs your help taking on the Defias Brotherhood in the abandoned gold mines beneath town. Will your party answer the call?

🎁 All participants receive a special promo D20!

🌟 Fabula Ultima
📅 Sunday, November 15th @ 5:00 PM

Step into a world of fantasy and adventure with Fabula Ultima! Gather your party and get ready to experience a tabletop RPG inspired by classic Japanese roleplaying games!

🐲 Pathfinder 2nd Edition
📅 Friday, November 20th @ 6:00 PM
🎲 GM: Sydney

A frightened scout master needs your help! A group of young scouts has been kidnapped by a kobold clan, and it's up to your party to follow the clues, defeat the kobolds, and rescue them in time for their end-of-year jamboree!

⚠️ LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
📝 Sign up in-store today to secure your place!

Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or looking to try something new, come join us for a month of storytelling, teamwork, and tabletop fun!

📍 Area 51 – 168 Clinton Ave, Riverside Plaza, Cortland

10/28/2026

🐉⚔️ Dungeons & Dragons Academy ⚔️🐉

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the world’s greatest roleplaying game? Now’s your chance!

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons Academy and take your first steps into the world of adventure, imagination, and epic storytelling!

📘 Learn to Play
Thursday, November 12th at 5:30 PM

🧙 Build-A-Character
Thursday, November 19th at 5:30 PM

Whether you’re brand new to D&D or just looking to get more comfortable with the basics, these sessions are a great way to jump in, meet fellow players, and start your journey.

✨ Come one, come all and learn how to play the world’s greatest roleplaying game!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome!

10/28/2026

🎬✨ HAPPY INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION DAY! 🎨📺

From classic cartoons and beloved anime to animated superheroes and unforgettable adventures, today we're celebrating the stories and characters that have captured our imaginations!

🎥 Our Area 51 crew and customers are joining in on the fun by sharing some love for the wonderful world of animation!

Whether you grew up watching Saturday morning cartoons, exploring anime, or following your favorite animated heroes, there's something special about the worlds animation brings to life.

👽 From collectibles and figures to comics, games, and more, there's plenty to discover at Area 51!

💬 What's YOUR favorite animated show, movie, or character? Let us know in the comments!

📍 Area 51 – 168 Clinton Ave, Riverside Plaza, Cortland

10/27/2026

Unfortunately the Craftriot event for Make a Luma is canceled tonight. Apologies for any inconvenience, but you can look forward to other Craftriot events coming in the near future through the Center of the Arts of Homer and Area 51!

10/27/2026

✨⚔️ RIFTBOUND: RADIANCE HAS ARRIVED AT AREA 51! ⚔️✨

The next chapter of Riftbound: League of Legends has landed at Area 51! Whether you're looking to expand your collection, build new decks, or jump into the action, we've got plenty of Radiance goodies waiting for you!

🃏 Riftbound: Radiance
• Booster Packs
• Vault Bundles
• Showdown Decks – Evelynn vs. Seraphine
• Art Sleeves

🔥 SPECIAL DEAL!
Radiance Booster Boxes are 10% OFF through Sunday, November 1st!

Whether you're a longtime League of Legends fan or just getting started with Riftbound, now's a great time to discover what Radiance has to offer!

Stop by Area 51 and check out the newest additions to the Riftbound lineup!

📍 Area 51 – 168 Clinton Ave, Riverside Plaza, Cortland

10/26/2026

⚡🏆 POKÉMON LEAGUE CHALLENGE DOUBLE HEADER AT AREA 51! 🏆⚡

Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Get ready to put your skills to the test because we're hosting TWO Pokémon League Challenges on Saturday, November 7th!

Whether you're a Pokémon TCG player or prefer battling in the video games, it's time to bring your best strategies and compete for Champion Points! 🔥

🃏 POKÉMON TCG LEAGUE CHALLENGE
📅 Saturday, November 7th
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
💰 Entry Fee: $10

🎮 POKÉMON VGC LEAGUE CHALLENGE
📅 Saturday, November 7th
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
💰 Entry Fee: $10
📋 Make sure to bring your team list ready for judges and opponents!

🏆 BATTLE FOR CHAMPION POINTS!
Face off against fellow Trainers, show off your skills, and see if you have what it takes to go all the way!

Whether you're building the perfect deck or training the ultimate Pokémon team, there's a challenge waiting for you!

📍 Area 51 – Riverside Plaza, Cortland, NY

10/26/2026

⚡🚨 POKÉMON TCG: MEGA EVOLUTION—DELTA REIGN PRERELEASE! 🚨⚡

🌩️ A thunderous roar from above heralds the descent of a renowned ruler of the sky… 🌩️

⏳ LAST CHANCE, TRAINERS!

Build your deck, crack packs, battle fellow Trainers, and be among the first to experience the excitement of Delta Reign!

📅 Wednesday, October 28th
🕔 5:00 PM
💰 $25 Entry
🚨 ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE! Don't wait until it's too late!

🎁 WHAT'S INCLUDED?
✨ 1 Build & Battle Set
🃏 A 40-card deck
📦 4 booster packs

🏆 PRIZING:
🎉 ALL players receive 3 additional booster packs after rounds!
🔥 Players with winning records earn 1 MORE booster pack!

🚀 Grab your spot, rally your fellow Trainers, and get ready to see who reigns supreme! With only 12 spots available, now's the time to secure your place!

10/25/2026

🏴‍☠️ ONE PIECE HEROINES BATTLE VOL. 2 RELEASE EVENT! 🌊

Set sail for Area 51 and celebrate the release of One Piece Card Game EB-05: Heroines Edition Vol. 2 with a special Heroines Battle tournament!

📅 Saturday, November 7th
⏰ 4:00 PM
💰 $10 Entry

⚔️ Special Format: Heroines Leaders Only!
Players may only use select Heroines Leader cards for this event. Make sure your deck is ready for battle!

🎁 Participation Prize:
• Promo EB03-006 Nami

🏆 Winner Receives:
• Exclusive Winner Promo EB03-006 Nami

✨ Additional prizing based on turnout!

Whether you're a longtime One Piece player or ready to show off your favorite Heroines deck, come battle it out with fellow pirates and celebrate the newest release!

📍 Area 51 – 168 Clinton Ave, Riverside Plaza, Cortland

🏴‍☠️ Eligible Leaders:
• OP05-002 Belo Betty
• OP06-001 Uta
• OP06-021 Perona
• OP06-022 Yamato
• OP06-042 Vinsmoke Reiju
• OP07-019 Jewelry Bonney
• OP07-038 Boa Hancock
• OP08-021 Carrot
• OP08-058 Charlotte Pudding
• OP09-022 Lim
• OP09-062 Nico Robin
• OP10-003 Sugar
• OP11-022 Shirahoshi
• OP11-041 Nami
• OP12-081 Koala
• OP13-100 Jewelry Bonney
• OP14-041 Boa Hancock
• OP15-039 Rebecca
• OP16-079 Yamato
• OP17-099 Charlotte Linlin
• EB03-001 Nefeltari Vivi
• EB04-001 Jewelry Bonney
• EB05-010 Nico Robin
• ST11-001 Uta
• P-117 Nami

10/24/2026

🎃👻 AREA 51 HALLOWEEN SPECIAL IS READY! 👽🛸

The festivities are kicking off, our guests are here, and we're ready for a spooktacular night at Area 51! Come join us for an evening full of fun, games, creativity, and Halloween festivities!

📅 Saturday, October 24th — TODAY!
⏰ 4:00 PM–9:00 PM

🎃 Here's what's happening tonight!

🗡️ LudoSport — Lightsaber duel demonstrations

⚔️ Amtgard — LARP demonstrations

🎨 Pokecraft — Pokémon arts & crafts

🖌️ Noel Comix — Caricatures

🔮 Mx. Valentine — Tarot readings

🧁 Cinnabear Sweets — Delicious baked goods

🎭 Ben Ackley — Cosplay Contest signups at 6:30 PM!

👽 Mr. Alien — FREE snacks and Pokémon goodies!

Whether you're here for lightsaber battles, cosplay, Pokémon, sweet treats, or just some Halloween fun, there's something for everyone!

Bring your friends, bring the family, and come celebrate with us! The fun is happening NOW! 🎃

📍 Area 51 – 168 Clinton Ave, Riverside Plaza, Cortland

10/24/2026

⚔️ UNION ARENA: BLEACH VOL. 3 RELEASE EVENT! ⚔️

Get ready to unleash your Bankai! 💥 Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Vol. 3 is here, and we're celebrating with an epic Union Arena Release Event at Area 51! 🃏

📅 Date: Saturday, November 7th
🕐 Time: 1 PM
💰 Entry Fee: $35

🎁 Entry Includes:
🔥 6 Bleach Vol. 3 Booster Packs
🃏 Exclusive Release Pack
⭐ Promo Participant Card

🏆 Winner Receives:
🥇 Special Winner Card
🎁 Additional Prizes Based on Turnout!

Whether you're fighting for victory or looking to power up your BLEACH collection, this is an event you won't want to miss!

🛍️ BONUS DEAL!
From November 7th–14th, enjoy 10% OFF BLEACH Vol. 3 Booster Boxes! The perfect chance to stock up and expand your deck!

📍 Area 51 – Riverside Plaza, Cortland, NY

Address

168 Clinton Avenue
Cortland, NY
13045

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 9pm
Friday	11am - 10pm
Saturday	11am - 9pm
Sunday	11am - 9pm

Telephone

+16075914797

Website

https://www.ebay.com/str/crowesnestcollectiblesandgames, https://squareup.com/gift/MLVEN30H584NM/order, https://x.com/Ar

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