PAX West 2027
About PAX West
PAX West is a consumer-facing game festival in the western US, known for its vibrant esports scene, developer panels, and expansive exhibitor hall. It attracts both industry professionals and enthusiasts, making it significant for B2B and community engagement.
PAX West 2027
PAX West 2027 runs September 3–6, 2027 at the Seattle Convention Center in downtown Seattle, Washington, over the Labor Day weekend.
What it is
PAX West is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture, in the organiser's words, with panels, an expo hall of publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments and community events. It is a fan show, and one of a family of PAX events that also includes PAX East in Boston and PAX Unplugged.
Planning notes
- Two buildings. The show spans both Seattle Convention Center buildings: Arch at 705 Pike Street and Summit at 900 Pine Street, a short walk apart. Each has its own expo hall.
- Hours. The show runs 10:00 a.m. to midnight Friday to Sunday and 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. on Monday; the expo halls are open 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. each day.
- Programming includes the PAX Rising Showcase for indie games, tabletop gaming, the Omegathon, Bandland concerts, Cosplay Village and a Family Gaming Zone.
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- Expo hall and game demos
- Panels
- PAX Rising indie showcase
- Tabletop gaming
- Tournaments and Omegathon
- Bandland concerts
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