Glacier Games

South Anchorage game shop that lists its singles online, runs Friday Night Magic cube drafts, and stocks cards and board games; open Tuesday to Sunday.

Glacier Games is on the Old Seward Highway in South Anchorage, a convenient stop for anyone coming in from the Hillside or the south end of the city. It sells trading cards and board games, and it keeps its card singles listed on its own website, so you can check availability before making the drive.

The standout event is Friday Night Magic. A visitor on vacation described a cube draft there as a clean, professional night with welcoming players, which says something for a store that wants locals and visitors to feel at home. Magic: The Gathering is the anchor, with the shop an easy answer to the question of where to play Magic in Anchorage.

The owner is described as consistently helpful, and regulars call it a favorite game shop in the city. The website-first approach to singles suits players building decks who want to line up their purchase ahead of time.

Hours are closed Monday, noon to 8PM Tuesday through Saturday, and noon to 6PM Sunday. Visit 9191 Old Seward Hwy, Ste 7, Anchorage, AK 99515, call 907-720-2307 or go to glaciergamesak.com. Google rates it 4.5 from 46 reviews.