Where Games,
Creators, and Fans Meet.
Ontario’s Gaming Weekend for the Whole Family
Tickets from $20 • Free for Kids under 12
October 24-25
SAT 10AM-6PM | SUN 10AM-5PM
Hall 4, The International Centre, Mississauga, ON.
what to expect
indie game zone
Discover fresh, playable demos from emerging and veteran indie teams, meet the devs, and find your next favorite game before everyone else.
Freeplay Area
Jump into the action with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4! Experience fast-paced combat and put your skills to the test in our freeplay area.
How to work in video games
Dream of working in video games? Join industry professionals on October 24 as they share career advice, industry insights, and tips on how to break into the games industry!
Pokémon Activities
Explore Pokémon-themed mini-games, scavenger hunts, and fun activities for fans of all ages. Visit our Pokémon section to discover everything waiting for you at VGLX!
Discover new games
Team up with friends and battle hordes of zombies in No More Room in Hell 2! Experience the intense cooperative multiplayer horror game from Torn Banner Studios.
TCG Pavilion presented by CSC
Explore the world of trading card games at the TCG Pavilion presented by CSC! Shop for Pokémon, One Piece, and more while connecting with fellow collectors and fans.
Beyblade Tournament & Freeplay
Let it rip! Jump into the Beyblade Free Play area to battle other fans, test your skills and get some practice in before entering our Beyblade Tournament.
Cosplay Workshop
Meet key cosplayers bringing characters the you know and love to life for unforgettable photo ops.
Resident Evil Fan Meetup
Grab a photo at our RE photo wall and meet the voice of Albert Wesker in Resident Evil 4 Remake!
From Software Fan Meetup
Come dressed as your favorite From Software character at 4:30PM on Oct 24 for pics with the Toronto community!
Final Fantasy Fan Meetup
Dress as your favorite Final Fantasy character at 2PM on Oct 24 in the Community Corner!
Miss Behaviour’s Horror Indies
Step into the strange and unsettling world of indie horror with Miss Behaviour! Get hands-on with five unique games including Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game, Don’t Fret, Terrible Lizards, It Has My Face, and more.
Exhibitors
Explore hands-on showcases from studios, brands, and communities bringing games, gear, and more to life.
Esports Tournaments
Electric Clash is an official Challenger Event for the TEKKEN World Tour 2026, bringing international competitors to VGLX for a weekend of Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive and MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, with finals on the Main Stage.
Game Experiences
Try something new or revisit a favourite with hands-on games across the show floor. From indie demos to VR and free play, there’s plenty to sit down and play.
Developer Interviews
Hear from game developers about what they’re working on and how their games come together. Hosted by the Canadian Game Awards, these conversations explore the ideas, decisions and people behind the games.
Toronto Koi Roster Reveal
Be there as Toronto KOI unveils its roster at VGLX! Meet the players and get an exclusive first look at the team as they gear up for the season ahead.
Creator Lounge presented by ViralCollab
Come hang out with some of your favourite creators, voice actors and cosplayers in the Creator Lounge by ViralCollab! Stop by to say hello, snap a photo and meet the personalities behind the games, characters and content you love.
Artist Alley
Support creators and snag prints, pins, charms, and custom commissions inspired by your favorite games.
Transformers Beyond Reality Redux
Step into the world of Transformers and join the fight against the Decepticons in VR. Try the game for yourself at VGLX and see the action up close.
Pokémon at VGLX
Calling all Pokémon Trainers! VGLX is packed with Pokémon activities all weekend long, from scavenger hunts and mini-games to crafts, photo ops, card collecting and more. Whether you want to catch ’em all, make something of your own or hunt for your next favourite card, there’s something for Pokémon fans of every age.
Proxy Party – make your own Pokémon cards
Turn yourself, your pet, your favourite character or just about anything into your very own Pokémon card! Proxy Party lets you create a custom card right at VGLX and take home a one-of-a-kind addition to your collection.
Participation is $30
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
Pokémon are hiding all around VGLX and we need Trainers to find them! Explore the show, track down every hidden Pokémon and snap a photo of each one. Find them all and show us your photos to redeem a special prize!
Catch that Pokémon!
Keep your eyes open because you never know when a Pokémon might appear at VGLX! Different Pokémon mascots will pop up throughout the weekend, giving Trainers a limited chance to say hello and grab a photo before they disappear.
Katzer’s Pokémon Corner
Get up close with Pokémon brought to life through crochet! Visit Katzer’s Pokémon Stand to discover an incredible collection of life-size, accurately scaled crocheted Pokémon and grab some unforgettable photos with your favourites.
TCG Pavillion by CSC
Collectors, this one’s for you! Explore the TCG Pavilion presented by CSC to browse Pokémon cards from a variety of vendors, hunt for cards missing from your collection and trade with fellow fans. Whether you’re chasing a grail or just getting started, there’s always another card to discover.
Creators at VGLX
Voice Actors
Craig Burnatowski
Seen as:
Albert Wesker
Resident Evil 4 Remake (2023)
Jon McLaren
Seen as:
Star-Lord
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (2021)
Damon Papadopoulos
Seen as:
Markos
AC: Odyssey (2018)
Cosplay Guests
Creators in the Creator Lounge Presented by Viral Collab
About VGLX
A giant playground for gaming fans. Feed your inner geek with games, cosplay, creators, tournaments, merch, and more.
VGLX (Video Game Live Expo) is a fan-first gaming convention packed with playable demos, esports, indie games, collectibles, cosplay, creator meetups, tabletop gaming, and live experiences across one massive weekend in Mississauga.
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