About this Event
🕹️ Houston, Press Start on a Weekend of Pure Retro Nostalgia! 👾
Step back into the golden era of gaming at Retro Video Game Expo III, a two-day celebration of classic consoles, arcade legends, competitive retro tournaments, and nonstop free play. From expanded free-play zones spanning the 80s and beyond to live, high-energy tournament matchups and a collector-focused marketplace, this expo is built for gamers who chase high scores and grail finds.
🗓️ Date & Time: August 15–16, 2026 | 10AM–5PM
📍 Location: 9700 Bissonnet St #1500, Houston, TX 77036
💥 FREE ENTRY. FREE PARKING. FREE PLAY.
🎮 Event Highlights
🎮 Retro Video Game Marketplace – All Weekend
Step into a collector’s paradise. Vendors from across the region are bringing vintage consoles, original cartridges, imports, manuals, accessories, and hard-to-find titles. This is where treasures respawn.
🚨 Want to vend? Sign up here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/HoustonVendors
🎮 Free-Play Zone - ALL Day
Jump on 80’s Arcades & Classic Consoles and relive the games that made gaming legendary. More setups and activities to be announced soon!
🤝 Calling All Collaborators & Retro Communities
This event is built with the community for community! We’re actively looking to partner with:
🏁 Tournament organizers → https://forms.gle/74Qvuv9PFzeDVF1V8
🕹️ Pinball/Arcade Hosts → https://forms.gle/74Qvuv9PFzeDVF1V8
🎤 Workshops & Panels → https://forms.gle/q2nCKsZ6FEVZBgqW9
🙌 Volunteer Sign-Up → https://forms.gle/15zMGTqZPSGKjGdy6
🎮 Vendor Applications → https://tinyurl.com/CCSGuestVendorFromHouston
If you’ve ever wanted to be part of event, bring your passion! Let’s chat! 📩
🏨 Special Hotel Deals
Enjoy a special rate of $79/night — ****2 Queens at TownePlace Suites, only 15 minutes distance from the action!
Book your stay 👉🏻 https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1767823967549&key=CORP&app=resvlink
Bring your crew, grab a controller, and let’s relive the golden age of gaming together. 👾✨
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
9700 Bissonnet St #1500, 9700 Bissonnet Street, Houston, United States
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