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About the event
The Midwest's Premier Gaming Expo is coming back Oct 15th-18th, 2026.
GDEX is Ohio's center for gaming featuring a weekend full of games to play, tournaments to compete in, raffles with unique prizes, educational workshops and tons more!
GDEX is the regions top Game Dev Conference that brings in top developers from around the country to Connect with each other about the industry, Learn about game dev from some of the best industry professionals, and Share their work with their colleagues.
Dates
Oct 15, 2026 · 10:00 AM - Oct 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Parking instructions
Parking at GDEX 2026 is free at all the surface lot spaces available. Additional parking may be provided depending on a variety of event conditions.
Health & safety
Please keep your health and the health of others in mind when attending the event. Do not come to GDEX if you are currently feeling sick or expressing symptoms that might indicate your are sick.
Tickets
Price: $0.00-280.00 + Applicable Fees and Taxes
GDEX (Expo)
GDEX Expo Weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun) (GDEX Expo & Underworld)
$74.72
Includes Base Price: $70.00, Processing fees: $4.72
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GDEX Expo (Friday Only) (GDEX Expo & Underworld)
$32.21
Includes Base Price: $30.00, Processing fees: $2.21
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GDEX Expo (Saturday Only) (GDEX Expo & Underworld)
$42.84
Includes Base Price: $40.00, Processing fees: $2.84
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GDEX Expo (Sunday Only) (GDEX Expo & Underworld)
$26.90
Includes Base Price: $25.00, Processing fees: $1.90
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GDEX Expo Family Day (Sun) (GDEX Expo & Underworld)
$85.35
Includes Base Price: $80.00, Processing fees: $5.35
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GDEX Expo Kid's Pass (GDEX Expo & Underworld)
You need to select one of the following tickets first: GDEX Expo Weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun) (GDEX Expo & Underworld), GDEX Expo (Friday Only) (GDEX Expo & Underworld), GDEX Expo (Saturday Only) (GDEX Expo & Underworld), GDEX Expo (Sunday Only) (GDEX Expo & Underworld), GDEX Expo Family Day (Sun) (GDEX Expo & Underworld), GDEX+ Pro (Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun), GDEX+ Pro (Student/IGDA/Vet) (Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun), GDEX+ (Fri/Sat/Sun), GDEX+ (Student/IGDA/Vet) (Fri/Sat/Sun)
$0.00
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GDEX (Conference)
GDEX+ Pro (Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun)
$297.89
Includes Base Price: $280.00, Processing fees: $17.89
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GDEX+ Pro (Student/IGDA/Vet) (Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun)
$170.36
Includes Base Price: $160.00, Processing fees: $10.36
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GDEX+ (Fri/Sat/Sun)
$255.38
Includes Base Price: $240.00, Processing fees: $15.38
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GDEX+ (Student/IGDA/Vet) (Fri/Sat/Sun)
$127.85
Includes Base Price: $120.00, Processing fees: $7.85
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GDEX Dev Day (Thu)
$106.60
Includes Base Price: $100.00, Processing fees: $6.60
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Merchandise
GDEX T-Shirt (Small)
$26.90
Includes Base Price: $25.00, Processing fees: $1.90
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GDEX T-Shirt (Medium)
$26.90
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GDEX T-Shirt (Large)
$26.90
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GDEX T-Shirt (X-Large)
$26.90
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GDEX T-Shirt (2X-Large)
$29.02
Includes Base Price: $27.00, Processing fees: $2.02
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GDEX T-Shirt (3X-Large)
$30.09
Includes Base Price: $28.00, Processing fees: $2.09
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GDEX 2026 Hoodie (Small)
$53.46
Includes Base Price: $50.00, Processing fees: $3.46
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GDEX 2026 Hoodie (Medium)
$53.46
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GDEX 2026 Hoodie (Large)
$53.46
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GDEX 2026 Hoodie (X-Large)
$53.46
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GDEX 2026 Hoodie (2X-Large)
$53.46
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GDEX PJ Pants (Small)
$53.46
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GDEX PJ Pants (Medium)
$53.46
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GDEX PJ Pants (Large)
$53.46
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GDEX PJ Pants (X-Large)
$53.46
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GDEX PJ Pants (2X-Large)
$53.46
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Expo Floor
Interested in applying:
1 active application
Deadline:
Sep 30, 2026
This is the application for the GDEX 2026 event happening October 15-18th, 2026.
After you submit the application we will review it and send you an Approved, Rejected, or Waitlisted. Approved applications will then instantly be able to access the floorplan and purchase your booths/tables.
See thegdex.com/apply for general information about what is included with a booth/table. All tables are 8 foot by 30 inches. Many spaces (but not all, especially spaces around the outer walls) come with a backdrop. You are free to bring your own banner, tablecloths, or decorations. (Nothing flammable, hazardous, not-safe-for-work, or violating the privacy of passers-by.)
Sponsor Applications
Interested in applying:
1 active application
Deadline:
Oct 15, 2026
This sponsorship is a way to support GDEX and get your company or brand logo (with optional URL to your website) on our sponsor wall.
If you would prefer an on-site presence such as badges or booth space, or you would like a deeper or more creative partnership as a sponsor, or you are looking for a sponsorship amount exceeding these options, please contact info@thegdex.com for more information.
If you would prefer a smaller sponsorship, or to sponsor as an individual, please visit our Supporter Wall Fundraiser at https://www.eventeny.com/users/application/fundraising/?id=1082
GDEX is a community event that has helped thousands of studios, industry professionals, students and others. It is also the largest educational event for the industry in the Midwest and provides opportunities that wouldn't exist otherwise.
In this challenging climate, sponsorship and other forms of funding are very hard to come by. Contributions to GDEX go towards making the event better and providing more help to the community!
It's more important than ever to have the support from our community and we thank you so much for all your help.
Volunteers
Interested in applying:
1 active application
Deadline:
Sep 30, 2026
Welcome to the GDEX 2026 Exhibitor Application! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with GDEX! GDEX would not exist without all the amazing people who help make it run throughout the weekend.
Volunteers will be expected to have all day availability (8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.) for one of these date blocks (but preferably two):
Thursday, October 15th
Friday, October 16th
Saturday, October 17th
Sunday, October 18th
*The availability is for scheduling purposes only, not to work the entire time. Shifts will not be back to back unless it is preferred.
Applications
Interested in applying:
2 active applications
Deadline:
Sep 30, 2026
Welcome to the GDEX 2025 Speaker Application!
Do you have something you're really passionate about you want to bring to GDEX? Applications are handled on a rolling basis, so we will look over them as they come in on a weekly basis and approve, decline, or hold for a later decision. Applications can be Accepted, Waitlisted, or Rejected at any time for any reason. Accepted applications will be posted onto the schedule based on the time availability listed on the application.
We generally divide our experiences into the following categories
- Speaking Seminars. (Speakers give presentations about their topic, technologies, etc.)
- Workshops. (These are designed to be interactive sessions that require audience work and/or participation.)
- Panels. (Consist of multiple speakers discussing a topic.)
- Gaming Experience. (Any kind of game demos, tournaments, showcases, etc.)
- Tech Experience. (If you have a cool technology to demo, particularly visual or interactive experiences.)
- Community Gathering or Meetups. (Sessions that are designed to have people get together and meet each other or celebs, etc.)
- Live Performance. (This can be anything ranging from Music, Comedy, Theatre, Dance, Art or more! Anything done primarily to entertain an audience.)
NOTE: OUR EXPERIENCES ARE DESIGNED TO BE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, GAME SHOWCASES, OR COMMUNITY GATHERINGS AND CANNOT BE SALES PITCHES.
Also note: The "Business Info" portion of the application is standard and we cannot modify it. If you don't have a business logo, just upload any image instead. (1x1 pixel, or full-transparent image, or any other placeholder is fine.)
Deadline:
Oct 11, 2026
Welcome to the GDEX Media Application!
Every year the GDEX Press Program seeks to bring the best press agencies, streamers, and content creators to GDEX to promote both the show and all the great work exhibiting. We offer press passes to big and small outlets based on the quality of their content as well as our desire to help bolster others in the game industry to be successful. Please take a moment to fill out the application and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Applications can be Accepted, put On Hold, or Rejected at any time for any reason.
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Donate
Deadline:
Oct 15, 2026
This is a fun way to support the show as an individual or small-dollar donor and get your name on our website alongside the major and minor sponsors!
If you are looking for bigger ways to support, check out our Logo Sponsorships at https://www.eventeny.com/events/sponsor/application/?a=ndgccqbm-23629 or reach out to info@thegdex.com with an inquiry.
GDEX is a community event that has helped thousands of studios, industry professionals, students and others. It is also the largest educational event for the industry in the Midwest and provides opportunities that wouldn't exist otherwise.
In this challenging climate, sponsorship and other forms of funding are very hard to come by. Contributions to GDEX go towards making the event better and providing more help to the community!
It's more important than ever to have the support from our community and we thank you so much for all your help.
Deadline:
Oct 15, 2026
80% of all contributions to this fund will go directly to Underworld prizes, raising the stakes of competition and increasing the excitement for everyone! (20% goes to generally support GDEX and to cover fees.)
Terms & Conditions
All guests agree to the GDEX Code of Conduct available to read any time at .
GDEX & its partners reserve the right to restrict and remove any guests (paid, free, or otherwise) from the event at any time for any reason. Violations of the code of conduct may result in temporary or permanent removal from this and all future GDEX events.
All guests are expected to adhere to local, state, and federal laws as applicable.
GDEX is not responsible for the loss or destruction of any personal items.
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