SoCal Gaming Expo

NOW A 3 DAY SHOW! FRI, SAT, & SUN

Where Gamers Unite!

SoCal Gaming Expo is renowned for its expansive vendor marketplace, thrilling esports tournaments, including the Classic Tetris World Championships, a free-play arcade, and diverse gaming areas. It also features exciting cosplay events, museum exhibits, and Special Guests, including voice actors, industry professionals, and popular YouTubers. With hundreds of vendors offering video games, collectibles, anime, and more, there's something for everyone!

SoCal celebrates gaming in every form, welcoming people of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures. We strive to create an inclusive space where gaming enthusiasts can come together to share their passion. Our goal is to ensure that your experience at SoCal Gaming Expo is truly unforgettable!

Location

PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER
300 E Green St
Pasadena, CA

DIRECTIONS TO THE EXPO
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Show Hours

FRIDAY, JUNE 6
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Exhibitor Floor Closes 8:00 pm 

Tetris Qualifying 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

SATURDAY, JUNE 7
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Exhibitor Floor Closes at 7:00 pm

SUNDAY, JUNE 8
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibitor Floor Closes at 5:00 pm

Tetris Finals take place on Sunday

VIP ticket holders get one hour early access to the show each day

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THINGS TO DO

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HOTELS

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GUESTS

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VENDORS

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VOLUNTEER

SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS

Tetris
TMNT HALFPIPE

Watch Pro Skateboarders take center stage on the TMNT Skate Ramp!

World of Gaming Apparel

Visit the World of Gaming Exhibit to experience the history of Video Game Clothes & Gaming

ART OF NINTENDO POWER

Nintendo Power comes to life at this amazing exhibit featuring original artwork

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GAMING TOURNAMENTS

SoCal Rumble Game Realms copy
Magic the Gathering copy
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"Had a great weekend at SoCal Gaming Expo! Found a lot of great stuff and hung out with great friends and made some new ones. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into making this happen for the gaming community! Can't wait for next year!"

Gene Spaulding

"Great variety of retro games and merch. Fantastic classic arcade section and museum!"

Kee Chen

"Amazing event with amazing people! The crew running the Expo was top-notch and had it well organized. The vendors were awesome and had fair prices. Also, the guests were amazing and the panels were extremely fun. Can't wait to come back!"

Joshua Castro

"It was a genuinely great experience and was my first retro gaming expo. Would love to go again!"

Matt Ramirez