September 5th-6th, 2026
500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601

Game and Geek

Expo

‘2026

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This is where fandom comes alive. A space for gamers and geeks to connect, celebrate what they love, and level up the fun together. Find your people. Join us.

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Things To Do

Full Schedule
GAMING EXPERIENCES
From gaming tournaments to freeplay areas, arcades, VR, TCG, tabletop, retro and modern consoles, there is something for every gamer!
RETRO NOSTALGIA
We celebrate retro culture from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. From gaming and pop culture, it's a blast to the past.
COSPLAY & FANDOM FUN
See your favorite characters come to life with our massive cosplay community. Participate in runways, contests, and photoshoots!
MUSIC & DANCE
From the after dark party, to fun music themed activities on the stage, the fun won't stop all weekend.
PANELS & ACTIVITIES
Learn something new, hear from industry experts in the gaming and geek world. Participate in fun games and more!
SPECIAL GUESTS
No Expo is complete without seeing celebrities and industry guests from the gaming and geek world!

Celebrity Guests

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Samantha Kelly
Voice Actor - Voice of Peach and Toad
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Kenny James
Voice Actor - Voice of Bowser
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Ted DiBiase
WWE Hall of Famer - The Million Dollar Man
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D-Von Dudley
WWE Hall of Famer - The Dudley Boyz
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Michael Guinn
Voice Actor - Silent Hill, Castlevania
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Guy Cihi
Voice Actor - Silent Hill
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Thessaly Lerner
Voice Actor - Silent Hill, Sims 2
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Cliff Bleszinski
Game Developer - Gears of War - Unreal
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Steve Cardenas
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
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Reby Hardy
Pro Wrestler - Actress - Author
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Karen Whitfield
Bronze Age Batgirl
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EVENT VENUE

Experience the Beautiful
Raleigh Convention Center

September 5th-6th, 2026
Saturday 10am-6pm | Sunday 10am-4pm
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601

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TICKET PRICING

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Get ready to unleash your inner geek! An epic weekend of gaming and fandom awaits, bursting with the energy of our incredible gaming community. Grab your tickets NOW and join the adventure!

Weekender VIP Badge
$45
Per Ticket + Fees
  • Saturday & Sunday Admission
  • VIP Lanyard
  • Preferred Seating For Panels & Mainstage
  • Guest Fast Lane
  • 30min Early Entry Both Days
  • After Party Perks (21+)
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Saturday Pass
$35
Per Ticket + Fees
  • Admission Saturday
  • Saturday 10am-6pm
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Sunday Pass
$30
Per Ticket + Fees
  • Admission on Sunday 10am-4pm
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Youth Pass - Ages 13-17
$15
Per Ticket + Fees
  • Can Only Be Combined With Single Day or Weekender VIP Badge
  • Good For Both Days With Paid Adult Weekender VIP
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