About holding an event...

I am in the process of organizing a Beyblading event with a local store.

However,as most of the participants are likely to be extremely casual players and not WBO members, I am wondering if I can find an alternative to charging 5 dollars to play.

I also ponder if I should hold a full on tournament or just free battles with guided assistance so people get interested in the game,as this event would be during another event,and I don't want to drag attention away from the other event,which would probably create more revenue for the store.

A prompt reply is most appreciated.
If they aren't WBO members, then this will not be considered as an official WBO tournament/ event and you will not have to charge $5. But if you are able to, you could try to host a small tournament. Remember... Wink
Where is this? If it's near me, i'd defanitly come!