Classic Video Game Conventions, Trade Shows and Expo Database
Ever growing listings of all the classic video game conventions, expos, trade shows and fund raisers all in one place. See if there is a show in your town and learn all about it. If you know of a show that isn't listed here, please e-mail us at: ClassicGames.Guide@about.com and the show will be added right away.
World of Commodore 2009
December 5th, 2009Toronto, Ontario, Canada
A celebration of the classic Commodore family of computers hosted by the Toronto PET User's Group (TPUG). This year TPUG celebrates their 30th Anniversary with a bigger, better show. Commodore 64 fans now have a home in Canada.
SC3 - Southern California Classic Collectors Club
April 25, 2009 Claremont, CA A Los Angeles based classic video game collector's group focusing on events where you can meet other retro game enthusiasts, play original coin-op arcade games, console systems, tournaments and check out historic video game oddities.Portland Retro Gaming Expo
September 20, 2009Portland, Oregon
From the Magnavox Odyssey to the Sony PlayStation, the this old-school gaming show is entirely dedicated to classic video game console systems and all their retro games .
California Extreme - Classic Arcade and Pinball Show
2009 - Exact Date TBDSan Jose, California
Classic Arcade and Pinball collectors bring their private collections to San Jose to share with other gamers in this annual show exploding with hundreds of popular and rare retro games.
MAGFest 8 - The Gaming Expo Party in 2010
January 1st - January 4th, 2010Alexandria, VA
A game festival run "by fans, for fans". With a strong focus on socializing and game inspired music. At the 2010 MAGFest the voice of Duke Nukem, Jon St. John will be attending, plus old school console game challenges, retro gaming inspired bands, open play arcade games, and much more.
VGXPO, RetroCon and East Coast Games Summit - America's Video Game Expo
November 21st, 22nd, 23rdPhiladelphia, PA - Pennsylvania Convention Center
VGXPO this year is three gaming events in one - The annual VGXPO - America's Video Game Expo, RetroCon - A huge classic gaming convention, and East Coast Games Summit - Where Gaming Pros and those looking to break into the Biz learn all about the professional side of video games.
LoveSac NES Classic
September November 16th, 2008 - 5 to 9 PMBrooklyn, NY - Barcade
Classic NES gaming competitions, beanbag furniture and beer! The best gaming event combo ever!
CCAG - The Classic Console & Arcade Game Show
October 12, 2008Where: Fairview Park, Ohio - American Legion Hall - Clifton Post
A community based convention that's the least expensive gaming show in the world: Admission is only $1 and free for children 12 and under.
Too Many Games - Classic Video Game Convention
October 18, 2008Where: Redding, PA – The Greater Redding Expo Center
The longest running indie classic video game convention on the East Coast returns, with 250,000 square feet of arcade games, consoles and dealers.
The Pinball and Arcade Supershow
September 19th and 20th 2008Herrin, Illinois – The Herrin Civic Center
Classic Arcade and Pinball Show sponcored by the Southern Illinois Pinball Players Association, features game collections from members and enthusiasts, all set up for open play, with some available for sale, plus a big charity auction.
Fall Classic Video Game Fair and Tournament
September 13, 2009Minot, North Dakota -
Maysa Arena Ice and Roller Skating Rink Classic Video Game community event and fund raiser features classic arcade and console games, contests and tournaments.
CGX - The Classic Gaming Expo
July 2009 (exact dates TBD)Las Vegas, Nevada (exact location TBD)
The largest and most recognized expo dedicated exclusively to classic video games. Run by classic video game fans, CGX has a ten year history bringing together classic gamers from across the country and into its home in Sin City.