Gaming events in the US have grown in popularity for some time now. This growing popularity is partly due to the emergence of new technology.
Part of their appeal is that gaming events give both gamers and developers the opportunities to connect with other players which helps foster a sense of community among gamers. Developers can also showcase new games to players, gather feedback, and create buzz and news about what they have in stock.
Today, we will examine some of the best gaming events coming to the US in 2025. Let’s dive in, shall we?
PAX East 2025
Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) East is one of the largest annual gaming events on the East Coast. This gaming festival allows developers and gaming studios to connect with gamers and gaming enthusiasts. The event features a wide variety of games, including arcade, tabletop, video gaming, and more.
PAX, which was originally created in 2004 by Jerry Holkins and Mike Krahulik, has evolved into a major gaming event. Attendees get to experience a wide variety of events like LAN party multiplayer, tabletop gaming tournaments, and keynotes from industry leaders. There are also booths from both top and indie game developers all over the world. This allows attendees to try out new games and connect with the developers of these game titles.
Additionally, this event is packed with engaging activities designed to help you connect with your fellow gamers. Some of these events include cosplay events, meetups, and more. There is also a free play area where you can play a wide variety of games and merchandise booths where you can shop for gaming collectibles and merchandise.
PAX East 2025 will be held from May 8 to May 11, 2025, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
iGaming NEXT NY 2025
iGaming may be a more obscure gaming niche, but it’s a huge market regardless. The iGaming industry is expected to reach a global player base of almost 300 million by 2029. For those that do not know, iGaming is the umbrella term for online gambling and gaming industry, some of the most popular genres that fall under this category are virtual poker, casinos, slot games, and sports betting.
There are many events around the world that host and celebrate this niche industry, but one of the most notable in the United States is iGaming NEXT. The event is scheduled for March 12th and 13th in Downtown New York City and boasts an incredible 1200 industry leaders, investors, sports personalities, and more.
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Six Invitational – Rainbow Six Siege
The Six Invitational 2025 is an annual professional Rainbow Six Siege tournament. This event is hosted by Ubisoft, the game’s developer and publisher. This gaming event will be held in the United States at Boston’s MGM Music Hall.
The Six Invitational 2025 will feature the top 20 teams all over the world where they will compete for an overall prize pool of $3,000,000. The tournament starts from February 3 to February 7, 2025. In the group stage, the teams will compete in a Round Robin Best of 3 (Bo3) format. This stage of the event isn’t open to the public.
After the group stage comes the playoffs (which also isn’t open to the public). Playoffs start from February 9 to February 11, 2025, where 16 teams will compete using a double elimination bracket. The final will commence on February 14 lasting until February 16, 2025. Here gaming enthusiasts will witness six teams competing in Bo3 matches with the Grand Final being a Best of 5 (Bo5).
Aside from the tournament, this gaming event also features other interesting activities like meet and greets, cosplay events, and exhibitions. Tickets for the finals are available on Ticketmaster.
BLAST.tv Major
This is another major gaming event coming to the US in 2025. The BLAST.tv Major is specifically for fans of Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) and it’s scheduled to take hold from June 9th – 22nd,2025.
This prestigious tournament, which will be hosted at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, is known for attracting some of the best CS2 teams around the globe. BLAST.TV Major 2025 features a prize pool of $1,250,000.
The tournament will kick off with a Swiss system format in the group stage. This means that teams need to secure three victories before they can advance to the playoffs. For the playoffs, it will follow a single elimination bracket, and all matches will be Best of 3 (Bo3). The Grand Final, however, will be a Best of 5 (Bo5).
BLAST.tv Major will be held at The Moody Center which is located on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin. The event is projected to welcome over 10,000 gaming enthusiasts each day which makes it one of the largest esports events ever held in the United States.
Attendees can be sure to have an immersive experience. There’s the opportunity to witness top-tier competition from some of the best CS2 players. BLAST.tv Major will also allow you to connect with other people in the esports community.
This event is projected to generate an estimated $40,000,000 in economic investment for Austin thereby improving their local economy. The tournament will also be broadcast in over 28 languages which gives it a wider reach for international audiences.
IEM Dallas 2025
Intense Extreme Master (IEM) 2025 is an annual gaming event organized by ESL FACEIT Group (EFG). This tournament will be taking place from May 19th to May 25th, 2025, at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center located in downtown Dallas, Texas.
This tournament event will feature 16 of the world’s best CS2 teams where they will be competing for an overall prize pool of over $4,000,000. The tournament is also a part of DreamHack Dallas festival which is a larger festival running from May 23rd to May 25th, 2025.
DreamHack Dallas festival offers a variety of games. Attendees can bring their computers to the BYOC area where they can participate in the event’s LAN parties. There are events like cosplay competitions, live music performances, and more. There’s also the opportunity to network with esports enthusiasts, fellow gamers, and other industry professionals.
Midwest Gaming Classic 2025
The Midwest Gaming Classic (MGC) is another annual gaming event that’s coming to the US in 2025. This gaming event is designed to show retro games as well as a plethora of modern games. Some of these games include pinball machines, arcade video games, tabletop RPGs, and crane games among a host of others.
This event is hosted in a 350,000+ square foot center featuring up to 10,000 games on free play. MGC 2025 will also feature competitions for players to engage in and test their gaming skills and win prizes. Additionally, there are gaming museums that walk you through a gaming history of playable consoles from different eras.
The Midwest Gaming Classic will also have more than 200 vendors selling gaming merchandise and collectibles. The event will be held at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from April 4 to April 6, 2025.
Wrapping up
In conclusion, the gaming events happening in the US in 2025 are set to be a landmark series of gatherings that will celebrate gaming culture and foster a strong community among gamers and developers.
Whether you are a professional player, gaming enthusiast, or developer, these events promise to offer something for everyone. Each gaming event offers a mix of interesting activities like competitive tournaments, networking opportunities, exhibitions, music performances, and other exclusive activities.
