It's time to get your game on.

The hugely popular game Minecraft moves from computer screens to real life this weekend as the county hosts its first MineVention.

The two-day event at Dreamland in Margate this weekend is a must for fans of the game.

There will be the opportunity for gamers to test their skills in Minecraft tournaments, meet famous YouTubers, try out craft activities and take part in costume contests.

They include Element Animation, TycerX and FalseSymmetry - who have almost 3 million subscribers between them - will be available for the meet and greet sessions.

Fortnite fans will be able to enjoy a Build Battle zone, where kids can get creative and battle it out live on stage with others, will be on throughout the weekend.

You could also be part of world record attempt at the event. On Saturday, March 9 at 1pm, there will be an attempt to break the world record for how many Minecraft Steves could be in one place. The current record is 337.You don't need a ticket to the event to take part in the attempt.

Anyone wanting to take part needs to look like him including:

A large pixelated square head with dark brown hair and blue eyes must be worn (which can be handmade or bought)

A light blue t-shirt - untucked on the left

A pair of blue jeans

Carry a Minecraft prop

The weekend will be divided into morning and afternoon sessions on both days.

Also included is an autism friendly session on the Sunday morning, which will include the same content as the other sessions but with reduced capacity, no unnecessary tannoy announcements, no loud music and reduced lighting.

DETAILS

MineVention is at Dreamland in Margate on Saturday, March 9 and Sunday, March 10 between 9am and 6pm both days. Tickets are from £15 plus a booking fee, with under threes free. Under 14s need to be accompanied by an adult. Visit dreamland.co.uk and to find out more about MineVention go to minevention.co.uk

The weekend is one of a number of family-focussed events announced by the Margate attraction. Following the first book festival, the next after MineVention will be the Big Fish Little Fish family rave on Bank Holiday, May 6.