# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Beast in the East 9
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: VIRGINIA'S PREMIER FGC REGIONAL, DANCE GAME MAJOR, & GAMING FEST RETURNS...

The Beast In The East 9, July 17th-19th at the Hampton Roads Convention Center (Hampton, VA)

We have tons of freeplay arcade games featuring fan favorite classic and modern titles, community hosted panels, live music performances, artists and vendors, at least 25 videogame tournaments, a Beyblade tournament, a cosplay contest, tabletop gaming, and giveaways!

Mark your calendars for #BITE9 and make sure to buy your weekend badge at bitegaming.org early to save $$$ (Early Bird discount ends April 30th, then the badge price increases)!

You can also buy a special "tiered badge" to get some BITE 9 swag bundled in with your badge purchase, so make sure to visit our website for more info

And if you're planning on competing in any tournaments, make sure to sign up in advance on our tournament registration platform at start.gg/BITE9 (tournament registration ends July 8th to make sure we're prepared to run as smoothly as possible!)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hampton/beast-in-the-east-9/200029731389131
- **Event Categories**: tournaments, sports, music, festivals, live-music, art, entertainment, calendar, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 899

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hampton
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hampton Roads Convention Center
- **lat**: 37.03675749301
- **long**: -76.382542250569
- **full address**: Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA 23666-4350, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Beast in the East 9 being held?
  - **A:** Beast in the East 9 takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA 23666-4350, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Beast in the East 9?
  - **A:** Beast in the East 9 is organized by The Beast in the East.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Beast in the East 9 is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hampton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 890+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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