# Event Details - **Event Name**: National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character! - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 11:59 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Sep 12th 2026 marks National Video Game day! Celebrate by showing up to Side Quest dressed as your fav video game character get a FREE tokenAbout this EventLooking for best things to do for National Video Game Day 2026 near me Garland Texas?Looking for the ultimate way to celebrate National Video Game Day \? Skip the couch and immerse yourself in an epic, pixel-fueled adventure at SideQuest Arcade, conveniently located right inside Firewheel Town Center at 430 Winecup Way in Garland, Texas! Whether you are a lifelong local or making a quick weekend road trip from surrounding North Texas hidden gems and smaller towns, our massive destination arcade is built to satisfy every level of gamer.If you live in or are visiting nearby regional hubs like Forney, Royse City, Caddo Mills, Josephine, Nevada, Farmersville, Princeton, Blue Ridge, or Melissa, you are only a short drive away from the premier retro and modern arcade experience in the DFW metroplex. Skip the crowded city traffic and head straight to Garland’s favorite immersive gaming haven for an unforgettable holiday celebration.Why Celebrate National Video Game Day 2027 at SideQuest Arcade?For just $11.50 for an all-day access wristband, you unlock unlimited free play across nearly 200 classic and modern arcade machines! No quarters, no tokens, and no card-swapping hassles for our core video game floor—just pure, unadulterated gaming nostalgia and next-gen excitement.Massive Pinball Selection: Dive into our incredible lineup of nearly 30 dedicated pinball machines, spanning vintage cabinets like the 1979 Atari Hercules to the hottest 2025 releases like Dune, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.Limitless Refreshments: Keep your energy high all day long with our endless soda fountain featuring nearly 24 distinct flavor options, paired with unlimited, movie theater-style complimentary popcorn included with your visit.Claw Machines & Epic Prizes: Step into our dining room area to test your skills on nearly 40 specialized Japanese crane games and prize machines stocked with awesome collectibles, plushies, and rare novelty items (tokens required for claw machines).Geek Culture Retail: Browse our dedicated shelves packed with cool retail merchandise, mystery boxes, and collectibles from iconic franchises including Pokémon, Funko, Loungefly, Hasbro, and LEGO.Planning Your Trip from North Texas Small TownsGetting to SideQuest Arcade from the outer perimeter of Collin, Rockwall, and Hunt counties is a breeze:From Royse City or Forney: Take I-30 West toward Dallas, hop onto the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) North, and exit near Firewheel Town Center for a quick 20-to-25-minute drive.From Princeton or Farmersville: Head south down Highway 78 toward Wylie and Garland, leading you straight to our doors near the intersection of major local routes.From Caddo Mills or Josephine: Jump across US-380 West or state routes heading southwest straight into the thriving Garland entertainment corridor.Gather your player-two, bring the whole family, and make National Video Game Day 2027 legendary. SideQuest Arcade is open late to ensure you get your ultimate gaming fix.Address: 430 Winecup Way, Garland, TX 75040 (Located in Firewheel Town Center right next to 5Below and Barnes & Noble).Contact: (972) 496-5567 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/garland/national-video-game-day-2026-dress-up-as-your-fav-video-game-character/100002000055371456 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, entertainment, art, theatre, pokemon, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: GARLAND - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Side Quest Arcade - **lat**: 32.9531827 - **long**: -96.61283979999999 - **full address**: Side Quest Arcade, 430 Winecup way, GARLAND, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character! - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c9a4964b04fd7b7d19f8c22d8fdeedbfcd26ae0add06b2787000680813729220-rimg-w1200-h670-dc5898f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788817746 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character! being held? - **A:** National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character! takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 11:59 pm at Side Quest Arcade, 430 Winecup way, GARLAND, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character!? - **A:** National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character! is organized by SIDE QUEST ARCADES. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** National Video Game day 2026, dress up as your fav video game character! is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in GARLAND, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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