Free Play Florida Retro Gaming Expo 2025 - Eventeny

Free Play Florida Retro Gaming Expo 2025

Starts on Friday, November 21st, 2025
Orlando, Florida, United States
Byte Amusement Group, Inc logo
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About the event
Free Play Florida 2025 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 21st thru the 23rd, Free Play Florida is being held at the spacious Caribe Royal Resort in Orlando. 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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Dates
Nov 21, 2025 · 4:00 PM - Nov 23, 2025 · 4:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Parking instructions
When you arrive at the Caribe Royal Resort, follow the signs for parking. There is plenty of parking in close proximity to the event.
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Health & safety
If you are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19 you should not attend the event.
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Tickets
Price: $20.00-150.00
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3 Day VIP Package
$150.00
+ Processing fees: $9.73
NON-REFUNDABLE
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This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 09th, 2025 at 12:00 am EDT
Description
This VIP Ticket Package includes access to: - 3 Day Weekend entry - Saturday and Sunday get in 1 hour early on the floor before doors open to the public! ... and comes with... - Free Play Florida 2025 VIP Lanyard - Free Play Florida 2025 Official Show Shirt ... AND MORE!!!! (we'll be announcing more the closer we get to the show) (Please note that due to current supply chain constraints, it may become necessary to replace item(s) above with another of equal or greater value)
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Early Bird - 3 Day Weekend Pass
$75.00
+ Processing fees: $5.03
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 09th, 2025 at 12:00 am EDT
Description
EARLY BIRD 3 Day Weekend entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida all 3 days November 21-23, 2025. Includes a Free Play Florida 2025 show lanyard while supplies last Discounted price goes away September 9th.
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Early Bird - Friday Pass
$30.00
+ Processing fees: $2.21
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 09th, 2025 at 12:00 am EDT
Description
EARLY BIRD Friday entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida on November 21, 2025. NOTE: Discounted price goes away September 9th.
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Early Bird - Saturday Pass
$45.00
+ Processing fees: $3.15
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 09th, 2025 at 12:00 am EDT
Description
EARLY BIRD Saturday entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida on November 22, 2025. Discounted price goes away September 9th.
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Early Bird - Sunday Pass
$30.00
+ Processing fees: $2.21
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Ticket redeem location
8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 09th, 2025 at 12:00 am EDT
Description
EARLY BIRD Sunday FAMILY DAY entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida on November 23, 2025. NOTE: Discounted price goes away September 5th.
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3 Day Weekend Kids (5-12) Pass
$20.00
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
November 21st, 2025 at 9:00 pm EDT
Description
Kids 5-12 years old Weekend entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida all 3 days November 21-23, 2025. Kids 4 and under free admission with parent.
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Sale begins on Sep 09, 2025 12:00 am EDT
1 Day Kids (5-12) Pass
$10.00
+ Processing fees: $0.96
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm - Nov 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
November 23rd, 2025 at 1:00 pm EDT
Description
Kids 5-12 years old one day entry ticket is valid at Free Play Florida on any ONE DAY November 21-23, 2025. Kids 4 and under free admission with parent.
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2025 Official Show Shirt
You need to select one of the following tickets first: 3 Day VIP Package, Early Bird - 3 Day Weekend Pass, Early Bird - Friday Pass, Early Bird - Saturday Pass, Early Bird - Sunday Pass
$20.00
+ Tax: $1.20, Processing fees: $1.66
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8101 World Center Dr, Orlando
Florida 32821, United States
Ticket date & time
Nov 22, 2024 4:00 pm - Nov 24, 2024 4:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 09th, 2025 at 12:00 am EDT
Description
You asked for it... and here it is! It's your chance to pre-order and ensure you get your 2025 Free Play Florida Official Show shirt! No more hoping you get there in time to find out if your size is available. In order to ensure you get your correct size, please make sure you answer the question in your ticket purchase!
Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications
Interested in applying:
2 active applications
Deadline: Nov 01, 2025

Free Play Florida November 21-23, 2025 Vendor and Artist Application Vending at Free Play Florida gives you the chance to be a part of the largest gaming convention in Florida. You will have the opportunity to showcase your products to a dynamic group of pinball and gaming enthusiasts. Attendees appreciate all aspects of gaming, but they also enjoy retro and pop culture content. Our focus areas for vendors include pinball parts, classic video games, and gaming related merchandise.  SPACE IS LIMITED. Sorry no food, drink, candy, or MLM vendors at this time. This year Free Play Florida is located in Orlando, FL. Please read all the content below as it will provide helpful information on how you can participate.

Vendor Space options:
Vendor Booth - $300

Includes a 10 x 10 space, 6 foot table, 2 chairs, 2 Vendor passes to Free Play Florida and listed on the FPF website vendor list 

Artist Table - $200
Includes a 6 foot table, 2 chairs, 2 Vendor passes to Free Play Florida, and listed on the FPF website vendor list
**This is not a full booth space. This is a table with chairs in the game room.  

While we will do our best to accommodate requests, floor location is not guaranteed. Vendor space sharing or subletting is prohibited. Vendors are responsible in ensuring their purchased space is adequate to contain their display and not encroaching on neighboring vendors, aisles, or games.
 
Jury Process Free Play Florida will be utilizing a Jury Process this year to assist in curating our participant vendors. We are looking to offer our attendees a variety of different items and services with a focus on gaming and pop culture. Notifications will go out to vendor applicants periodically leading /up to the event.
Since Free Play Florida is a gaming event, we can only offer a limited amount of vendor spaces. Any vendor not selected may be placed on the waitlist.

Payment In order to reserve your space, the 1/2 deposit payment is due 14 days after receiving your vendor acceptance email. Full payment will then be completed 30 days prior to the start of the event. If your payment is not received, you will forfeit your space. 

Cancellation / No Show FPF must receive notification of cancellations at least 30 days in advance. Vendors who decide to “no show” without notifying Free Play Florida will not be eligible to participate at future events and forfeit their fee. 

Hours of operation Vendor 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 unacceptable. 

 

Setup Information The show hall will be open for vendor setup Friday, November 21, 2025 starting at 10 AM. All vendors must check-in upon arrival to receive your table assignment and badges prior to unloading. Our team asks that each vendor is setup and ready for ticket holders no later than 3:30pm. The show hall will officially open at 4:00pm on Friday to ticket holders. 

Other Information Restrooms are available in the lobby just outside the show floor. Vendors will have to pay for parking.  ( Discounted Parking is available to Hotel Guests )

Deadline: Nov 01, 2025

Free Play Florida November 21-23, 2025 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 Caribe Royal Resort in Orlando. 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, 2025. 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 21, 2025

 

Event hours and Load in schedule is forth coming.

 

Indie Game Developer Load In Information The show hall will be open for vendor setup Friday, November 21, 2025 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.  Developers will have to pay for parking. (Hotel Guests parking is reduced ).  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 2025. 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. 

Volunteers
Interested in applying:
1 active application
Deadline: Nov 17, 2025
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 graciously donating their time and energy. Volunteering at Free Play Florida requires some commitment of your time, but is a great way to make new friends and enjoy the event with an added sense of camaraderie. In addition, as we are a registered non-profit organization, volunteer hours can be used for community service requirements. It's also just a lot of fun! If you are interested in becoming a Free Play volunteer, please review what volunteering entails. Job Duties: Volunteers assist with various tasks at the event as assigned by the volunteer coordinator. Some of the areas that you may be assigned to work are game tournaments, doorman duties, special guest hospitality, game sanitization or other tasks throughout the weekend. During your shift you may be assigned to a rotation of the different duty areas. Volunteer Requirements: As a volunteer, you are expected to arrive for your shift on time, dressed appropriately (jeans or shorts and t-shirt with sneakers along are the most comfortable), ready for work, and with a good attitude. We expect volunteers to treat each other, Free Play Florida patrons, and staff in the same manner that they would want to be treated: with respect and courteous attitude at all times. Volunteers should plan on pitching in when needed, working hard, and enjoying what the show has to offer. In exchange for your volunteer assistance, you will be provided with some great incentives depending on how many shifts you decide to work. Prior to the event all volunteers will be provided more detailed information about show layout and job duties. * Volunteers who work shifts totaling at least 4 hours will be provided with a 1 day event pass. * Volunteers who work shifts totaling at least 8 hours will be provided with an exclusive staff shirt to keep, a weekend pass to the event, and a ticket to the After Party. * Volunteers who work shifts totaling more than 8 hours will be provided with an exclusive staff shirt to keep, a weekend pass to the event, a ticket to the After Party, and some extra swag. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Please keep an eye out for our emails. Our standard method of getting you important information for the show is through email. Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Free Play Florida, the largest gaming event of its kind in the state of Florida!
Other applications
Interested in applying:
1 active application
Deadline: Nov 20, 2025

Free Play Florida November 21-23, 2025 - 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 the power of their media influence who want to help educate the public about our all volunteer run event. If you are interested in receiving one of our media press passes, please fill out the application below and we'll be in touch.

 

Founded in 2014, Free Play Florida is an annual three day celebration of electronic gaming of all kinds driven by the enthusiastic gamers of the south east. Over 250 arcades, pinball games, and consoles are all set to free play, no quarters needed.

 

Our parent company, Byte Amusement Group, is a 501c3 non-profit organization run entirely by dedicated volunteers. Every dollar from donations, sponsors, and ticket sales goes directly back into putting on the show and supporting the local gaming community through our education efforts.

 

Dates- November 21-23, 2025

 

Location- Caribe Royal Orlando, 8101 World Center Dr, Orlando, FL 32821

 

Tickets are available through Eventeny. 

 

 

For additional information please email us at press@freeplayflorida.com.

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