California Cup
Redefining Competitive Quality
The California Cup
The Cali Cup is the premier tabletop wargaming event in California, where the best of the best come to battle it out. There is a reason this event has quickly reached legendary status: the vibe is unmatched. Yes, the tournaments taking place at the Cali Cup are professionally run and organized, but the whole atmosphere is so energetic and fun that regardless of your win/loss record, everyone goes home smiling. The massive Pomona Fairplex hosts the event in Expo Hall 9 — conveniently located to much of SoCal.
The Cali Cup tournaments are structured to provide the most equal and clear matched play experience. We aim to limit the situations that are out of your control and focus on a clear, defined tournament format. As at all Green Banner events: no surprises, no luck, just competition. We hand-select our judging staff — judges of integral, stoic character who are themselves highly experienced and accomplished players in their respective game systems.
Finally, though we focus extensively on competition, we emphasize experience over all. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to come play, have fun, and test themselves in a positive environment through the whole weekend. We are all here to have fun at the end of the day.

Three Days of Battle
Friday, November 6
Day One — Opening RoundsSaturday, November 7
Day Two — Swiss RoundsSunday, November 8
Day Three — FinalsPlan Your Trip
Getting There
- Ontario International Airport is about 11 miles from the event hall
- Conveniently located to much of SoCal in Pomona
- Taking an Uber? Enter via the Fairplex Blue Gate
Parking
- Park in the Blue Lot across the street from the hall
- Parking is $20 per day, per vehicle
- Full-weekend parking pass is $50 per vehicle
- We recommend carpooling where you can
Accommodations
- Sheraton Fairplex Suites — on-site at the Fairplex
- Travel help available through Meghan at Paradise Expeditions
- More options nearby in Pomona
Food & Drinks
- Bar hours and vendor info will be listed in the Player Packs
- Vendors and fun activities on the hall floor all weekend
What to Bring
- Your fully painted army for your chosen game system
- Dice, measuring tools, and objective markers
- The rules references for your game system
- A printed copy of your army list
Check-in
- Doors open Friday morning before the first rounds
- Check in at the registration desk with your confirmation
- Have your army list ready at check-in
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W McKinley Ave
Pomona, CA 91768
The massive Pomona Fairplex hosts the event in Expo Hall 9 — conveniently located to much of SoCal, with the Sheraton Fairplex Suites right on-site.
Getting There
Conveniently located to much of SoCal in Pomona, California. Ontario International Airport is about 11 miles from the hall. Taking an Uber? Enter via the Fairplex Blue Gate.
Parking
Park in the Blue Lot across the street from the hall — $20 per day, per vehicle. We recommend carpooling where you can.
Food & Drink
Bar hours and vendor info will be listed in the Player Packs, with vendors and fun activities on the hall floor all weekend.
Claim Your Spot
Available
California Cup 2026 – 40K Standard Ticket
- Tournament entry for your chosen game system
- A full weekend of professionally run matched play
- Run to Green Banner's standard — no surprises, no luck, just competition
Gold ticket upgrades and event merch are available in the shop.
California Cup 2026 – The Old World Square Based Tournament Standard Ticket
- Tournament entry for your chosen game system
- A full weekend of professionally run matched play
- Run to Green Banner's standard — no surprises, no luck, just competition
Gold ticket upgrades and event merch are available in the shop.
California Cup 2026 – Star Wars Legion Standard Ticket
- Tournament entry for your chosen game system
- A full weekend of professionally run matched play
- Run to Green Banner's standard — no surprises, no luck, just competition
Gold ticket upgrades and event merch are available in the shop.
California Cup 2026 – Conquest Standard Ticket
- Tournament entry for your chosen game system
- A full weekend of professionally run matched play
- Run to Green Banner's standard — no surprises, no luck, just competition
Gold ticket upgrades and event merch are available in the shop.
Common Questions
Which game systems can I play?
Warhammer 40,000, The Old World, Conquest, and Star Wars Legion — choose your system when you grab your ticket.
Where should I park?
Park in the Blue Lot across the street from the hall. Parking is $20 per day, per vehicle, so we recommend carpooling where you can.
What rules are we using?
The latest matched play rules and current points for each game system. Any FAQs or errata released before the event will be in effect.
Is there a painting requirement?
Yes, all models must be painted to a 3-color minimum. We will have Best Painted judging for those who want to compete for painting awards.
Can I get a refund?
Full refunds are available up to the posted deadline. After that, tickets can be transferred to another player but not refunded.
How do pairings work?
Round 1 is random seeding. Later rounds use Swiss pairings based on battle points, with opponent history taken into account.
Still have questions?
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