NottsVGE stands for Nottingham Video Games Expo which has been created by two friends James & Alex to bring gaming communities together for an action packed weekend to enjoy gaming and beyond.

The list of groups, devs, traders and guests have been chosen in an attempt to keep it local and to help support local traders and to build the awareness of local community groups.

You can only buy tickets for the Nottingham Video Games Expo from Eventbrite here

Tickets for the Nottingham Video Games Expo are non-refundable and non-transferable and cannot be reproduced, resold.

In the event that the Nottingham Video Games Expo is cancelled, you'll automatically receive a full refund - no further action required. However, if the Nottingham Video Games Expo occurs as planned, our traditional no refund policy stands.

The video gaming scene for people to access and be part of across Nottingham has sadly declined with the closure of video game cafes / museums and events and marketing not returning so we thought we would change that.

Having been part of the Nottingham Video Gaming scene from the likes of GameCity to Alt-Gaming Lounge even further beyond that with Combat Strike internet cafe which was in the Corner House complex, we have always wanted to bring video gaming back to Nottingham and we've decided the time is now to do it. 

We already out grew our first event which was held at the Richard Herrod Centre in Carlton Nottingham, with over 400 people visiting us across the weekend. We listened to feedback and people wanted a City Centre location. The Belgrave Rooms provided us what we was looking for. But then we quickly out grew that venue within a couple years and here we are, the Harvey Hadden Sports Village. The venue has everything we could possibly need, including free parking, fully stocked cafeteria and more!

This year's Nottingham Video Games Expo is located at The Harvey Hadden Sports Village, when you arrive make your way to the main entrance, through the entry barrier (normally used for leisure centre attendees) then a member of the team will be waiting to scan your ticket at the entry point to the main hall(s), they will provide you with your all day/weekend event wristband. Visit the floor plan page to see an screenshot of the entrance/walk way area.

The line-up is changing all the time with game developers, traders and groups, you can keep up to date with all the news and announcements via our social platforms or on the main page of our website.

Early Access VIP ticket holder admission from 10am

General Admission from 11am

Upon arrival we will scan your ticket/QR Code then provide you with a wristband, here you will be shown directions to the main hall where a member of our team/volunteer will check your wristband for you to gain entry. Wristbands must be worn at all times for the Nottingham Video Games Expo.

Doors close at 5pm on Saturday and 4:30pm on Sunday

Nintendo Nottingham will be located in the main room, time trials will take place till 3/4pm (times different on Saturday and Sunday) with the top four times going to the final. This will then take place on within the Nintendo Nottingham section with seating for the audience to enjoy the action. You will need to speak to the team at the Nintendo Nottingham table on how to sign up and set your fastest lap. Please visit the floor plan here to see where they will be situated. 

Government guidance suggests that people should continue to wear face coverings in crowded and enclosed spaces. This suggestion is not enforceable. You can find further information on the Gov.uk website.

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Yes indeed there is free access to Wi-fi - Speeds will depend on amount of users accessing it

Yes, there will be traders selling all sorts of items from the world of gaming and beyond, including Retro Multiverse, Parallel Universe, Dream Consoles and more!

Yes indeed, the game range this year is expanding - We'll have the Debug Indie Gaming area filled with brand new games in developement, a new LAN area with Quake 3, Worms 2, Rush Rush Rally and more across the weekend. As well as this, Derby Computer Museum are expanding their offering this year, with even more classic systems

There will be a fully stocked cafeteria just outside the entrance door to the hall/s where NottsVGE '25 is taking place. They will provide, sweet treats, drinks, hot snacks and more.

Yes, The Harvey Hadden Sports Village is fully accessible, there is a ramp/incline to reach the entrance of The Harvey Hadden Sports Village plus there are no steps/stairs throughout the venue location making it fully accessible.

Guests who have the following documentation are entitled to one free carer ticket. However, the guest with the disability and any further members of their party will pay full price. Currently free carer tickets are not listed on our booking website and these queries will need to be dealt with by our team using the contact the organiser button on Eventbrite. When sending us an message please provide us with the Eventbrite ticket order number of the full paid ticket holder and please provide the relevant paperwork (via attachment) as well as suitable photo ID of the named recipient. For proof of disability, please attach any ONE of the following forms from the list below. 

• Entitlement to Disability Living Allowance for children under 16 or DLA/Personal Independent Payments (PIP) for those aged 16-64, either in the form of a letter stating that the benefit has been awarded, or the actual Allowance book.

• Attendance Allowance or Carer's Allowance letter of award.

• Incapacity Benefit books, or a letter notifying the recipient that the benefit has been awarded Incapacity Benefit, Employment Support Allowance (ESA). Disability Student's Allowance (DSA) or DID card (UK Disabled ID Card)

• A valid Blue Badge.

• In the case of visual impairment, a registration card known as the BD8 or a Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI).

• Credibility’s Access Card with the carer/companion symbol.

We will then being processing your request and if successful we'll provide a complimentary ticket for the carer, the ticket will be sent via email and the ticket QR code can be scanned by our team arrival - please make sure you provide us with the correct email address you would like this ticket sent to.

You can contact our team via 'Contact the Organiser' button on Everbrite website here or via our social platforms.

By car - travel to NG8 4PB, there are 2 free car parks that are directly outside the venue, with a small walk to the front door

Other transportation like Bus and Tram details can be found here

Yes, we will offer this option by card payments only however, if online tickets sell out we will not be offering entry/tickets at the door. 

Tickets are being sold on Eventbrite only - please do not purchase tickets from other sources/websites. This even includes if people state they are unable to attend to try and sell their tickets - Once tickets are purchased from Eventbrite and if you're unable to attend the event - You are able to request a refund (If you're within the timeframe) - If you have purchased tickets from other sources,  if the ticket QR code has already been scanned on entry, any additional attempts to scan the ticket QR code will be refused. Each ticket(s) sold will have a QR which relates to that order of ticket(s) only.

Yes, Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

The city centre of Nottingham has plenty of hotels, B&Bs and guest houses which are drive away from the Harvey Hadden Sports Village

Delta Nottingham, a Marriott Hotel (Closest to the venue)

Crowne Plaza Nottingham, an IHG Hotel

Premier Inn Nottingham City Centre (Goldsmith Street) hotel

Travelodge Nottingham Central

Premier Inn Nottingham City Centre (Chapel Bar) hotel

Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel

ibis Nottingham Centre

Hilton Nottingham

Park Plaza Nottingham

Yes indeed, there are x2 car parks that are run and owned by the venue - Best of all, it's totally free. Spaces at the car park are on a first come first served basis.

Yes, the Harvey Hadden Sports Village have toilet facilities. These are located near the entrance to the main hall area.

There isn't any ATM/Cash points within the Harvey Hadden Sports Village however, there are a couple ATM's nearby.

Closest ATM is a 12min walk, which can be found here