I know most of this forum is frequented by computer games people, but it may be worth noting that Ireland’s largest gaming event ( Gaelcon ) is on in 2 weeks time.
The con itself has 600-700 attendees in the Role playing/card gaming/board gaming/wargaming fields, and while it doesn’t currently run computer games, it used to and should the opportunity arise, will do so again.
website @
http://www.gaelcon.com/2003/index.htm
Dave