Pax West 2026, the Pax Unplugged, returns to Seattle, United States from 4 September 2026 to 7 December 2026, bringing the trade fair community together. It brings together professionals, manufacturers, suppliers and buyers from across the industry, serving as a key sourcing and networking platform. Because it comes around every year, each edition arrives with genuine anticipation. Seattle Convention Center | Arch sets the scene, offering modern halls and comfortable meeting spaces.

Choosing Seattle as the host city gives Pax West 2026 a real sense of place. Visitors get the dual benefit of a focused professional programme and a destination worth exploring. Flights land close by and public transport does the rest, so Seattle is an easy city to reach and an easier one to navigate. When it comes to where to stay, Seattle offers everything from convenient venue-side hotels to boutique options in the heart of the city. There is life after the last session here: Seattle's food scene, culture and landmarks make for a fuller trip.

From everyday essentials to specialist lines, Games, Computes Games, Game Industry and Mobile Games run right across the exhibition. The format is built around sourcing and networking, with dedicated space to hold meetings and compare offerings side by side. Coffee breaks, lunches and socials are as much a part of the value as the sessions themselves. The entire programme is curated and delivered by RELX.

Few events pack so many sourcing and networking opportunities into so few days. For buyers, makers and the middlemen who connect them, Pax West 2026 remains a valuable opportunity to source, connect and keep pace with the market.

Travel, tickets and a rough daily plan are worth locking in early; the rest tends to fall into place once you are there.

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