Hearthside Events
Grassroots Competitive Hearthstone • Utah • 2014-2016
Hearthside.Events was a volunteer-run organization focused on growing competitive Hearthstone play in Utah through local events, structured leagues, livestreams, and convention partnerships.
What We Did
- Tournaments: Local one-day events at stores and cafes with real prize support—including Blizzard Fireside Gatherings and sponsored brackets with prize pools up to $1,000.
- League Play: Multi-season Hearthside League with structured match play and streamed playoffs, helping players grow across weeks.
- Livestreams: Live match coverage and commentary via our Twitch channel.
- Conventions: Ran official Hearthstone tournaments at Salt Lake Gaming Con, including Blizzard-approved Tavern Hero Qualifiers.
- Community: Hosted casual meetups, deck clinics, and giveaways through our Facebook group.
Where We Hosted
We held events across Utah at venues like:
- Granato's Deli (Daybreak, South Jordan)
- The Break Sports Bar (Daybreak, South Jordan)
- Salt Palace Convention Center (SL Gaming Con)
- Game Haven (Sandy, UT)
- Game Den (Provo, UT)
Legacy & Impact
- Many league seasons completed
- Dozens of local and convention tournaments
- Hundreds of dollars awarded in cash prizes
- Official Blizzard points via Tavern Hero qualifiers
- A lasting, positive community still active in Utah
Look Back
Explore our legacy via these links:
Corkscrew takes home $600 at Salt Lake Gaming Con 2015