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Classic Game Fest is July 19, 20, 21 at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, TX. CGF Organizer, David Kaelin runs down what you can expect from the BIGGEST retro gaming event in Texas. Click Here to buy CGF Passes NOW! The post Classic Game Fest Rundown appeared first on Classic Game Fest ..read more

Wristbands may be picked up at the Palmer Events Center SOUTH lobby at the “Wristband Pickup” table at the times below. Fri, JULY 19 from 10am (VIP) or 3pm – 8pm (REG) Sat, JULY 20 from 8am (VIP) or 10am – 6pm (REG) Sun, JULY 21 from 8am (VIP) or 10am – 5pm (REG) Bring a print out of your QR code receipt for faster check-in. You will need your name, email, and/or a photo ID to pick them up! Or skip the lines at the event! You can also buy or pick-up your CGF pass from any Texas-based Game Over Videogames stores until July 18th. CLICK HERE to find the nearest store. The post Early Pass ..read more

Members of the press or other media like Podcasters, Content Creators, Streamers, etc. can now apply for a Classic Game Fest Press Pass. Click the link below to apply for a press pass to Classic Game Fest. Be sure to include relevant links to your work, website, channel, etc. Click Here to apply for a Press Pass. The post CGF 2024 Press Passes appeared first on Classic Game Fest ..read more

We’re seeking volunteers to help with Classic Game Fest. All volunteers will receive a VIP Weekend Pass to enjoy both days of the festival after they volunteer, an official CGF 2024 t-shirt and meal voucher. Click the link below to apply to volunteer at Classic Game Fest. Must be 18 years old or older to apply, and be available for two days of volunteering (Friday and Saturday OR Sunday). Select your area of interest and the times you’ll be available, and we’ll be in touch. Click here to apply to volunteer at Classic Game Fest 2024! The post CGF 2024 Volunteers Wanted appeared first on Class ..read more

Classic Game Fest is a celebration of retro video games and is the BIGGEST retro gaming event in Texas! To help you prepare for our MASSIVE event, check out our Top 10 Tips. Be prepared for large crowds and lines, but you can save time by getting your pass from a Game Over Videogames store before the event. We are doing everything we can to make this a smooth event, and you can help by being prepared. We can’t wait to see you on July 19, 20 and 21st at the Palmer Event Center in Austin, TX. The post Classic Game Fest Top 10 Tips appeared first on Classic Game Fest ..read more

Classic Game Fest 2024 Pass Price Update WHY DID CLASSIC GAME FEST WRISTBAND PRICES GO UP THIS YEAR?? We always do our best to keep costs as low as possible at CGF, but unfortunately, price increases are necessary to keep up with inflation, added staff, and increased venue rental fees/overhead. CGF is now a THREE-DAY EVENT! So, yes, weekend passes now go for $70-$100 each…but please keep in mind that only breaks down to just $23-$33 per day, which is not much higher per day than previous years. If you don’t plan to attend all 3 days, single day passes are the way to go! Similar size events ..read more

Classic Game Fest 2024 Wristband Passes are on sale NOW! Just in time for the holidays with special Black Friday pricing. We’re EXPANDING to a 3-day event next summer which means you have more options to attend. 3-Day VIP Pass – Get into all 3 days, early access on Day 1, CGF t-shirt, and even more perks! 3-Day Pass – Get into all 3 days of Classic Game Fest Single Day Passes – Single day passes for Friday, Saturday or Sunday Free Passes for Kids 10 & Under – Share your love of retro gaming with a new generation PRO TIP – BUY EARLY & SAVE: Buy your passes online early for the ..read more

CGF Floor Plan & Vendor List Classic Game Fest vendor list and show floor plan is now available! Check out our MASSIVE vendor hall to buy, sell and trade games, accessories, consoles, collectibles, art, apparel and more! Click the link below to view the floor plan and vendor list. Click Here to view show floor plan Click Here to view the vendor list The post Floor Plan & Vendor List appeared first on Classic Game Fest ..read more

Classic Game Fest 2023 Passes Pricing Update Many of you have asked recently about prices going up for CGF and why the Black Friday discounts this year wasn’t the same as previous years….so to answer those questions, YES, it’s true that our prices have had to go up this year for CGF, and our Black Friday discounts were much smaller than previous years. We’re very sorry about having to make those changes, but with inflation, higher rent/labor costs, etc. prices everywhere have shot up recently, as you all know, and for us to continue doing CGF as the premier retrogaming event that it is with ..read more