The 8 Biggest US Gaming & Anime Conventions
From show-floor spectacle to grassroots fighting-game majors, these are the US gatherings that define the gaming calendar.
- PAX (East/West/Unplugged) — The Penny Arcade Expo — the premier fan-facing gaming convention, with massive show floors and tournaments across multiple US cities.
- DreamHack — A traveling digital festival — LAN, esports, cosplay, and expo all in one, with US stops drawing huge crowds.
- TwitchCon — The creator-and-community convention — meet-and-greets, panels, and the beating heart of streaming culture.
- EVO — The Evolution Championship Series — the world's largest fighting-game tournament, held in Las Vegas.
- Anime Expo — North America's largest anime convention (LA) — a must for the anime-gaming crossover crowd.
- MomoCon — Atlanta's fast-growing gaming + anime + esports convention with a strong tournament presence.
- Southern-Fried Gaming Expo — Atlanta retro + pinball celebration with a giant free-play arcade floor.
- MAGFest — Music and Gaming Festival — a 24-hour celebration of game music, arcades, and indie games near DC.
Frequently asked
What are the best events & community?
Top picks: PAX (East/West/Unplugged), DreamHack, TwitchCon, EVO, Anime Expo, and more.
How does Grid Travler choose these?
Picked by reach, reputation, and community standing — every entry is a real, hand-verified events & community on Grid Travler.