PAX West 2026

PAX West 2026 returns to Seattle from September 4–7, 2026, bringing one of North America's largest gaming festivals back to the Pacific Northwest for four days of video games, tabletop gaming, esports, cosplay, live entertainment, and community celebration. Created by the team behind Penny Arcade, PAX West has grown into a premier event where players, developers, publishers, content creators, and gaming enthusiasts gather to celebrate every corner of gaming culture.

The convention features expansive expo halls filled with upcoming game demos, new hardware, indie showcases, tabletop games, accessories, and merchandise from major publishers and independent developers alike. Attendees can play unreleased titles, meet game creators, participate in tournaments, and experience hands-on demonstrations throughout both buildings of the Seattle Convention Center.

Beyond the exhibition floor, PAX West offers hundreds of panels, live shows, concerts, tabletop freeplay areas, LAN gaming, community meetups, cosplay events, and the legendary Omegathon competition. Dedicated areas for indie developers, artists, creators, and accessibility initiatives ensure there's something for gamers of every interest and background.

While PAX West is primarily an in-person event, fans around the world can follow many of its biggest moments online through official livestreams and recorded panel sessions. By combining hands-on gaming experiences, industry insights, esports, tabletop gaming, and an unmatched community atmosphere, PAX West remains one of the most anticipated annual celebrations of gaming in North America.