
July 31–Aug 2, 2026
Atlanta, GA – Marriott Renaissance Waverly
The Southern-Fried Gaming Expo features more than 400 arcade & pinball machines, dozens of new and retro console systems, a massive tabletop library, RPGs, wrestling, music, tournaments, a vendor expo, exciting panel sessions, guest speakers, and so much more.
Game all weekend at #SFGE2026.
The Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center and the Cobb Galleria Convention Center are home to the thirteenth-annual Southern-Fried Gaming Expo.
Atlanta has earned its place in the hearts of arcade, pinball, and tabletop enthusiasts with the Southern-Fried Gaming Expo. We are thrilled to be once again at the beautiful Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel and Convention Center.
Friday
July 31st
3:00 pm – Midnight
Saturday
August 1st
10:00 am – Midnight
Sunday
August 2nd
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thanks to our 2025 Sponsors

Red Bull

Starrcade Amusements

Marco Specialties

Classic Game Rooms

Stars and Strikes

Battle & Brew

VOG Network

Meeple Madness

Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop Co.

Jersey Jack Pinball

Starrcade Amusements
Located in Kennesaw’s Town Center at Cobb Mall, Starrcade is an independently owned classic arcade that sets itself apart from the rest. Unlike large corporate arcades, our games aren’t just pulled from a catalog—they’ve been carefully curated by our traveling technicians who have scoured the country, performing repairs while sourcing rare, cult-classic arcade experiences you won’t find anywhere else. We’ve gathered the best of the best from small-town arcades across America in order to bring them all together under one roof: Starrcade.
Our mission is simple: we revive these iconic machines in order to transport you back to the ’80s, ’90s, and the early 2000s—the era when quirky 3D games and unforgettable gameplay took over the arcade scene. Expect to find hidden gems and unique experiences that will take you on a nostalgic journey you won’t find anywhere else.
Starrcade features an impressive lineup of rare 1/1, 1/3, and 1/6 prototype and low production run games, alongside exclusive Japanese imports that you’ll be hard-pressed to find outside of Tokyo, making Starrcade a standout destination for arcade fans and gaming enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re craving the nostalgic chaos of early 2000s gaming or just want a fun spot to hang out with friends and dive into some frantic multiplayer action, Starrcade will be the place you find your new favorite game from out of this world.

Marco Specialties
Marco Specialties, Inc. has one mission: provide pinball machine owners one source for Everything Pinball. Founded in 1985 and online since 1999, Marco has since grown to offer over 30,000 individual parts for thousands of pinball machines to customers around the world. With thousands of rare parts, large inventories of common parts, industry-leading fulfillment, and trusted customer service, Marco is the central pillar of the global pinball machine community. Customers ranging from first-time pinball machine owners to large pinball arcade operators find everything they need at Marco. As the pinball community grows around the world, Marco supports the pinball industry by sponsoring dozens of pinball shows, exhibitions, tournaments and other events every year.
Marco Specialties has been an SFGE sponsor since day 1, and we are thrilled to welcome their continued support!

Classic Game Rooms
Dedicated to bringing home entertainment to your game room. Located in Covington, GA, Classic Game Rooms is Atlanta Georgia’s #1 Pinball Machine and gaming Distributor for Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack , Chicago Gaming Company, American Pinball, Raw Thrills, Namco, Incredible Technologies, and more!

Stars and Strikes
A collection of family entertainment centers with locations in GA, AL, TN, NC, and SC, Stars and Strikes knows how to have fun! Since the beginning, we’ve enjoyed having Stars and Strikes as a sponsor and look forward to the HUGE crowd-pleasing games they bring every year! If you’ve enjoyed Space Invaders Frenzy, Pac-Man Battle Royale, or more, you can thank Stars and Strikes! Be sure to visit one of their locations for arcade games, bowling, bumper cars, VR, and more! Thank you to Stars and Strikes for their continued support of SFGE!

Battle & Brew
Battle & Brew: The Ultimate Gamers Haven is now an official sponsor of SFGE! An immersive, full-service ‘eatertainment’ venue that offers a unique fusion of cutting-edge gaming, cuisine, and cocktails, Battle & Brew is a haven for gamers. They provide a diverse array of gaming options, from video game consoles and PC gaming to tabletop gaming, featuring an extensive library of games from the classics to the latest releases.
Indulge your taste buds with mouthwatering appetizers, innovative entrees, and delectable desserts and pair your meal with curated selection of unique cocktails, crafted beers, or spirit-free drinks. They have two convenient locations, one extremely close to SFGE:
- Battle & Brew – Battery – Just across the street from the convention (accessible by the connecting bridge
- Battle & Brew – Sandy Springs
Special Offer for SFGE Attendees: Level Up Your Experience with Battle & Brew!
Get ready to power-up your fun with an exclusive offer from Battle & Brew! From July 17th – 27th, show your SFGE badge and score 10% off food and gaming at their venues. Whether you’re a tabletop titan, console champion, or PC pro, we’ve got the perfect setup for you. Fuel up with their legendary menu and epic cocktails, and make every bite a critical hit! Join us where the geeks gather, and every meal is a boss battle victory!
(Offer valid from July 17th – 27th, 2024. Must present SFGE badge to redeem discount.)

VOG Network
The VOG (Voice of Geeks) Network is a streaming and podcast network dedicated to geek culture including Video Games, Anime, Comics, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Founded in 2012 by video game podcasting veterans, VOG is anchored by two of the longest running video game talk shows on the internet – The Bobby Blackwolf Show and Orange Lounge Radio – airing back to back on their Twitch channel on Sunday nights starting at 8PM ET/5PM PT and available wherever you get your podcasts

Meeple Madness
Meeple Madness offers a family-friendly place to explore a variety of hobbies with friends both old and new. Their space includes a variety of table sizes – from a massive 10×5 configuration for the largest war games to more intimate tables perfect for small board games or card games. Their retail section includes a huge selection of board games, as well as popular miniature and role-playing games. They also carry the hottest collectible card games and accessories for nearly every tabletop hobby.

Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop Co.
Welcome to the wild side. Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop Co. is an event focused and experience driven company. Find their Western-themed soda stand at fairs and festivals all across the nation! All of their delicious proprietary, lightly carbonated flavors are ALCOHOL, GLUTEN, & CAFFEINE FREE! Grab your self one of their premium, high-quality stainless steel mugs, and earn unlimited daily refills of their DELICIOUS Olde Fashioned Soda Pop. There’s a flavor for everyone, so just go with the flow, fill up on memories and taste the experience! Proudly Veteran Owned and Operated!

Jersey Jack Pinball
Jersey Jack Pinball designs groundbreaking pinball machines made for players, collectors and newcomers alike. Our head-turning machines are playable works of art, crafted by artisans and innovators with a nod to the game’s rich history and an eye towards the future. Built to last, these games provide their owners with great fun and value for years to come.
We are a proud to be a sponsor of Southern Fried Gaming Expo for 2024