We strive to elevate all aspects of the culture around gaming, and perhaps nowhere is that more evident than our panels, with the full schedule available about a month prior to each event.
WELCOME HOME.
Buy your badge before July 7th to opt in to Nintendo Live 2023!
PAX West is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other.
SO WHAT CAN I DO AT PAX?
PANELS
EXPO HALL
This hall is packed with exhibitors ranging from AAA publishers and developers behind the latest blockbuster games, to the innovative indie teams disrupting the industry.
OMEGATHON
We’ve selected champions from the audience to compete against each other for your amusement, but beware, the road to the Final Round of the Omegathon is paved with tears and broken dreams. Nah, honestly it’s really great for everyone. See for yourself!
LOCATION
Seattle Convention Center
900 Pine Street
Seattle, WA 98101
This year, PAX West expands into the Seattle Convention Center’s new Summit building!
HOURS
Show Hours
Friday, September 1: 10:00 AM – Midnight
Saturday, September 2: 10:00 AM – Midnight
Sunday, September 3: 10:00 AM – Midnight
Monday, September 4: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Expo Hall Hours
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Each Day
PAX RISING SHOWCASE
The PAX Rising Showcase is an intensely curated collection of games selected by the PAX Team and highlighted on the show floor. Formerly known as The PAX 10 and PAX Rising!
PAX ARENA
The thrill of victory! The agony of defeat! The stakes are intense and the competition fierce as our top tier combatants face off for fame, glory, and riches.
ENFORCERS
Without this dedicated army, PAX would not be possible. Find out how you can be a part of the community that makes this the greatest show ever.
PAX TOGETHER
Looking for the Diversity Lounge? Its leveled up and is now the PAX Together Intersection! Come support underrepresented groups in gaming at the advanced level - from orgs to gaming libraries to panels, all at the intersection of identity and gaming.
BE A PART OF PAX
Content Submissions
Status: Open
Closes: June 12
PAX Rising Showcase
Status: Open
Closes: June 19
Community Meetups
Status: Open
Closes: June 30
PAX Together Intersection
Status: Open
Closes: June 30
Enforcers
Status: Opens Soon
Closes: Opens Soon
Media Registration
Status: Open
Closes: TBA