GAMA Expo 2025: New Dates and Expanded Opportunities

Changes to GAMA Expo 2025

The GAMA Expo 2025, a premier event for the tabletop games industry, has its dates moved from March 3-6, to February 23-27, 2025. This adjustment avoids scheduling overlaps with The New York Toy Fair, scheduled for March 1-4, 2025 at The Javits Center.

Reasons Behind the Change

The change was prompted by the event’s substantial growth seen in 2024, where attendance reached 2,736, with 300 exhibitors marking a 34% increase in attendees and a nearly 50% increase in exhibitors over the previous year. Such growth necessitated re-evaluating venue space.

Impact on Trade Shows

Rescheduling aligns three major US trade shows consecutively - ToyFest (Feb 19-21), GAMA Expo (Feb 23-27), and New York Toy Fair (March 1-4). This adjustment facilitates participation across shows without scheduling conflict.

Enhanced Planning and Logistics

Phased Move-In

The date change necessitated a phased move-in to efficiently manage venue space availability at the convention center.

Detailed Schedule

• Sunday, Feb 23: Registration 10am-6pm, Seminars 1pm-6pm, Receptions 8pm-10pm.
• Monday, Feb 24: Registration 8am-6pm, Seminars 9am-6pm, Game Nights 9pm-12am.
• Tuesday, Feb 25: Same as Monday.
• Wednesday, Feb 26: Seminars 9am-2pm, Exhibit Hall 2pm-6pm.
• Thursday, Feb 27: Exhibit Hall 9am-5pm, Game Nights 9pm-12am.

Contract Extension

The GAMA Expo team extended their contract with the Kentucky International Convention Center and The Galt House for an additional year, securing the venue for 2027 as well.

Conclusion

Though the date shift poses some initial inconvenience, it is aimed at enhancing the overall experience, preventing event overlaps, and accommodating increased participation. The detailed schedule and venue arrangements promise a successful Expo in 2025.