Free Play Florida Retro Gaming Expo 2024 - Eventeny

Free Play Florida Retro Gaming Expo 2024

event Nov 22 4:00 pm - Nov 24 4:00 pm
(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) 701 W Lime St, Lakeland, Florida 33815, United States
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Hosted by Byte Amusement Group, Inc
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Dates
Nov 22 4:00 pm - Nov 24 4:00 pm
(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Location
701 W Lime St, Lakeland, Florida 33815, United States
Free Play Florida 2024 is a three day celebration of the history, artistry, competition, and creation of electronic gaming of all kinds driven by the enthusiastic gamers of the southeast. Over 250 arcades, pinball games, consoles and countless things to learn, play and see! This November 22nd thru the 24th, Free Play Florida is being held at the spacious RP Funding Center in Lakeland. All of your classic and current pinball and arcade games will be on display all set to free play! Join the pinball tournament and compete with the best in the state of Florida, sit in on our speaker panels that include industry icons, and visit our valued vendors selling games, memorabilia, and some of the coolest themed art on the planet! “Free Play” is defined as “a setting on a gaming machine that allows it to be played without quarters or tokens.” When you join us at Free Play Florida, your admission includes unlimited “Free Play” gaming on hundreds of machines, including your favorite classic arcade cabinets, some of the most popular pinball machines of the last several decades, many of the hottest new arcade titles, and - of course- access to all of the other amazing entertainment and educational options we’ve put together for you! **Free Play Florida is a presentation of the Byte Amusement Group, a 501c3 Florida Non-Profit Organization run by volunteers.**
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Parking instructions
When you arrive at the RP Funding Center, follow the signs for parking. There is plenty of parking in close proximity to the event, and we've negotiated the cost down to just $10 for single entry or $15 for unlimited re-entry (per day) per vehicle.
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Health & safety guidelines
If you are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19 you should not attend the event.
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Tickets

Price: $20-125
Early Bird - 3 Day Weekend Pass
$60.00 / each
+$4.09 FEES
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Non-refundable
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EARLY BIRD 3 Day Weekend entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida all 3 days November 22-24, 2024. Includes a Free Play Florida 2024 show lanyard while supplies last PLEASE NOTE: Saturday Late... + More
Early Bird - Saturday Night After Party
$20.00 / each
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EARLY BIRD Saturday Late night adult ( 18+ ) party is valid at Free Play Florida on November 23, 2024 from 9:00pm to 12:00am with live music performances.
3 Day Weekend Kids (5-12) Pass
$20.00 / each
208 days left
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Kids 5-12 years old Weekend entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida all 3 days November 22-24, 2024. Kids 4 and under free admission with parent.
3 Day VIP Package
$125.00 / each
+$8.17 FEES
133 days left
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This VIP Ticket Package includes access to: - 3 Day Weekend entry - Admission to the Saturday Night After Party - **New this year, for VIPs only** Saturday and Sunday get in 1 hour early on the... + More
2024 Official Show Shirt*
$20.00 / each
+$1.58 FEES
134 days left
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* This ticket is only available for purchase with one of the following tickets: Early Bird - 3 Day Weekend Pass, 3 Day Weekend Kids (5-12) Pass
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You asked for it... and here it is! It's your chance to pre-order and ensure you get your 2024 Free Play Florida Official Show shirt! No more hoping you get there in time to find out if your... + More

Marketplace

Interested in applying to the event:
1 active application
Indie Game Developer application 2024
Deadline: Nov 15, 2024
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Free Play Florida November 22-24, 2024 
Indie Game Developer Application
 
Showcasing your game at Free Play Florida gives you the chance to be a part of the largest gaming convention in Florida. You will be able to showcase your products to a dynamic group of pinball and gaming enthusiasts.
 
This year Free Play Florida is located in the spacious RP Funding Center in Lakeland. Please read all the content below as it will provide helpful information on how you can participate. 
 
Indie Game Developer Requirements
We are looking for Indie Game Developers to showcase at this year’s event. You must have a working game or program that our attendees can sample and bring your own set-up to the event. We believe that our event will be a great opportunity for our participants to engage with a dynamic community of gaming enthusiasts and hobbyists.
 
Indie Game Developer Table Information
(One) Table - 6 foot, with linens
(Two) Chairs
(Two) 3-Day Passes to Free Play Florida (additional passes can be purchased through Eventeny)
Internet Connection - is an additional optional charge and not required
 
Pricing
Free Play Florida is a presentation of Byte Amusement Group, a nonprofit organization. Our nonprofit supports the local developer community by offering a free table at Free Play Florida to approved Indie Game Developers. 
 
Payment
Not applicable
 
Cancellation/No Show
Any cancellations need to be submitted by November 1, 2024. Indie Game Developers who decide to no show without notifying Free Play Florida will not be eligible to participate at future events. Late cancellations and no shows will be charged a $50 fee.
 
Hours of operation
Indie Game Developers tables are expected to remain open for business throughout all three days of the event, during all posted operating hours. Delayed openings and premature closings are considered unacceptable without prior notification to and approval from Free Play Florida organizers.
 
Friday, November 22, 2024
4:00pm - 10:00pm
 
Saturday, November 23, 2024
10:00am - 7:00pm
*Optional after party hours
9:00pm - 12:00am (After Party Hours subject to change)
 
Sunday, November 24, 2024
10:00am - 4:00pm
 
Indie Game Developer Load In Information
The show hall will be open for vendor setup Friday, November 22, 2024 starting at 10 AM.  You must check-in upon arrival to receive your table assignment and badges prior to unloading. The show hall will officially open at 4:00pm on Friday to ticket holders. Our team asks that each developer is setup and ready for ticket holders no later than 3:30pm. Please keep this in mind and plan accordingly.
 
Other Information
Restrooms are available in the lobby just outside the show floor. 
 
During select hours the venue will have food available for purchase in the lobby. 
 
Developers will have to pay for parking. This amount is set by the event venue. 
 
Jury Process
Free Play Florida will be utilizing a Jury Process this year to assist in curating our participants. We are looking to offer our attendees a variety of different experiences with a focus on gaming and pop culture. Notifications will go out to applicants in September 2024. We are only able to offer a limited amount of free Indie Game Developer tables. Anyone not selected may be placed on the waitlist should a space become available.
 
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Volunteers

Interested in becoming a volunteer:
1 active application
Volunteer Application 18+
Deadline: Nov 18, 2024
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Free Play Florida Volunteer Application You may not realize this, but everyone you see from the people selling tickets, to the people who keep the games up and running are volunteer staff... + More

Other applications

Interested in participating in this event:
2 active applications
Game Contributor
Deadline: Nov 15, 2024
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Free Play Florida November 22-24, 2024 Game Contributor Application   Please read all the content below as it will provide helpful information on how you can participate.   Thank you... + More
Press and Media
Deadline: Nov 15, 2024
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Free Play Florida November 22-24, 2024 - Media Press Pass Application   Thank you for wanting to share your love of retro and vintage gaming with our community! We are grateful to those with... + More

Hosted by Byte Amusement Group, Inc

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Free Play Florida's mission is to educate the history, art, and science of arcade, pinball, and early computers through local events.
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