The Pavek Museum’s 1st annual Video Game Night & Tournament is on Saturday, June 20, 2026!

Calling all gamers! Jump into an exciting video game night and casual tournament featuring a variety of vintage video games around the Museum for free play. Compete for a prize or play and connect with fellow players. No matter your experience level, there’s fun to be had. Grab your controller, choose a player, and join the action!

The first hour and a half will feature free play, and then the Mario Kart 8 racing tournament will begin, with a chance to win a cash prize!

Free play will continue during the tournament. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Children 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

For more information, check out the FAQ section below!

Details:

4:00 p.m. – Doors Open/Free Play Begins

5:30 p.m. – Mario Kart 8 Racing Tournament Begins

Tickets:

The Pavek Museum of Electronic Communication is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by public contributions. Ticket prices reflect the cost of the event, and all proceeds directly advance the Museum’s mission to connect generations, inspire innovation, and preserve history.

Free Play Ticket: $20

Free Play Ticket & Tournament Entry: $50

Don’t wait to get your ticket, space is limited! Consoles Available (games will vary by console):

Vintage Arcade Games (loaned by SolSta Records & Record Breakers Micro Arcade)

• Atari 2600+
• Nintendo 64
• PlayStation 2
• Xbox
• Xbox 360
• Nintendo Wii
• Nintendo Switch
• Atari 7800+

More to come, stay tuned for updates!

We are accepting console and game loans up until June 6. To donate or loan, contact us at rita@pavekmuseum.org.