Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Classic Game Fest at Palmer Events Center

Celebrate the biggest RETRO video game convention in Texas at Classic Game Fest Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Aug. 17! The Palmer Events Center will be full of classic old school games and systems so the family can play the day away. Save your quarters, because arcade games and systems will be on free-play!

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All-weekend wristbands are only $10 and kids 12 and under get in FREE, making this a very affordable option this weekend. Wristbands provide full access to all the games, events, tournaments and concerts (yes, there’s music).

The following activities will be happening all weekend long:

  • Retro game tournaments
  • Free play on retro game consoles
  • Free play on classic arcades
  • Trade in your games for cash
  • Classic video game museum
  • Vintage video game repair booth
  • Vintage Apple and DOS computers
  • Star Wars 501st
  • Ghostbusters ATX
  • Artist alley
  • Kids coloring table
  • Exhibitors/vendors/dealers
  • and more!!

Each day also features live music, tournaments, presentation and even comedy! Click here to see the full schedule.

More info at classicgamefest.com.

We’ll see you there!

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