Finest Hour Open
April 26 - 27, 2025
JOIN OUR GAMING COMMUNITY AND MEMOIR '44 CONFERENCE
The Finest Hour Open, a Memoir ’44 tournament, is a premier event for competitive board game enthusiasts. The Open will be hosted at the Little Wars 2025 game convention.
Join us at the Sheraton Hotel Lisle/Naperville (35 miles west of Chicago) for the 40th anniversary of the Little Wars convention presented by the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society Midwest (HMGS Midwest.)
Your registration for Little Wars 2025 allows you access to all four days of the convention (April 24 – 27, 2025) as well as the opportunity to enter into the Finest Hour Open at no additional charge!
Registration and Merch sales will open January 1, 2025.
Tournament Format
You will play 6 matches (12 games) over the course of 2 days. Players will be paired using Swiss Rounds according to tournament ranking (Number 1 plays Number 2, 3 plays 4, etc).
This way everyone will be playing someone at their approximate skill level, ensuring competitive games and fun for everyone!
Tournament Rules and General Information
FINEST HOUR OPEN
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We are incredibly excited to be launching the inaugural edition of The Finest Hour Open at Little Wars 2025.
Little Wars has been a part of the Chicagoland Convention landscape for over 40 years. The convention is focused on miniature gaming from all historical periods as well as from alternate settings such as Fantasy, Scifi, Pulp, Steampunk,1920’s Gangland, Pirate Adventures and other alternate histories. If it is a miniatures game run on a tabletop with fun terrain, you will find it at Little Wars! Come join the fun!
Monday Night Memoir '44
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Welcome to the largest Memoir 44 community in the Chicagoland area!
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We are a passionate group of players who gather every Monday night at Grognard Games in Roselle, IL, to engage in thrilling battles and strategic gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the game, we invite you to join us for an evening of fun, camaraderie, and memorable Memoir '44 game experiences.
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Roll the dice every Monday Night or attend our Finest Hour Open tournament and join in the excitement.
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Photos from our weekly Monday Night Memoir games
Additional conference event opportunity and swag purchase
You can also register for a special 12 player D-Day Landings game and purchase various Finest Hour Open merch such as the Memoir ’44 maps used at the conference as well as shirts and other items commemorating this inaugural tournament.
Simply look for the “BUY MERCH” page under the “ATTEND” menu when registering.
Register to play 12 player special D-Day landings game
All six conference maps
Picture maps are not actual maps that will be played at Finest Hour conference or for sale.
Finest Hour Open badge
High-quality, custom-designed tactical badges, meticulously stitched for durability and style. These versatile badges be applied to almost any fabric,, making them perfect for uniforms, gear, or personal projects. Experience the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics with our tactical badges today!
Finest Hour Memoir '44 Open tee shirt
Discover our custom-designed quality t-shirts that let you showcase your passion for Memoir '44. Each shirt is crafted with care, ensuring comfort and durability while celebrating your love for this iconic game. Stand out and share your enthusiasm with a unique design that speaks to fellow fans.
*** Merch only available for pick up at Little Wars conference. Shipping not available. ***
Contact Us
For inquiries and further information about the conference or playing Memoir '44 every Monday night, feel free to reach out to our team. We are here to assist you with any questions you may have.