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MAGWest is a music and gaming festival featuring a 24-hour gaming hall, at least three stages of planned concerts, video game community guests/VIPs, and community-run panels. The festival runs from Friday, August 14 to Sunday, August 16. Buy your badge today!

***The schedule is subject to change!***
Make sure you check back to get the most accurate info!

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Friday, August 14
 

9:00am PDT

Craft Activities open
Friday August 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm PDT
Craft Cove
Craft Cove activities are open and supplies are out. Come by to do some arts n crafts. Check out the schedule for scheduled activities in the area.
Friday August 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm PDT
Craft Cove Spencer's Steakhouse
  Craft Cove

9:00am PDT

Registration / Badge Pickup Open
Friday August 14, 2026 9:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Registration

Friday August 14, 2026 9:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Registration Bayshore Foyer
  Event Services, Event Services

10:00am PDT

[Closed] VVGO rehearsal
Friday August 14, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm PDT
Jamspace
If you're looking for the VVGO rehearsal you've come to the right place, Jamspace will be back in operation shortly!
Performers
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Virtual Video Game Orchestra

Formed at the start of the pandemic, Virtual Video Game Orchestra (VVGO, "vee-vee-go") is an open-to-all online community of musicians producing both large-scale music cover videos and smaller-scale community albums.

Once a year, VVGO produces a live show at MAGWest! This year's c... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm PDT
Jamspace Oak
  Jamspace

10:00am PDT

Accessibility Services Desk Open
Friday August 14, 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm PDT
Event Safety / Accessibility
Free resources are available anytime the room is open for Accessibility or Event Safety hours. If someone is not present at the Accessibility Desk, or you need assistance outside of open hours, you can reach out via our email [email protected] or call or message us anytime using our Hotliner number: 844-624-4311
Friday August 14, 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm PDT
Event Safety / Accessibility Silicon Valley Room
  Event Safety / Accessibility, Event Services

10:00am PDT

MAGWest Merch Stand Open
Friday August 14, 2026 10:00am - 8:00pm PDT
Merch
Magwest 2026 T-shirts, bundles, throwback merch, and more!
Friday August 14, 2026 10:00am - 8:00pm PDT
Merch Bayshore Foyer
  Merch, Event Services

11:00am PDT

MAGWest 2026 Opening Ceremonies
Friday August 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Variety Stage
MAGWest 2026 starts now, with our Opening Ceremonies!
Friday August 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

12:00pm PDT

Charity Interview with Kyburg and Keizaron
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Variety Stage
Join us in opening the magFAST Speedrun and Variety Stage with an interview with our Charity Partner Kyburg, who is the Team Lead for our Extra Life team for MagWest 2026! Hosted by Keizaron, we'll take a look at Extra Life and the hospital your donations will go to, the UC Davis Children's Hospital in Sacramento!
Guests
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Extra Life

DIY fundraising program
Extra Life is a program under Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, that unites thousands of gamers around the world to play games in support of their local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.  It is a DIY fundraising program where gamers raise money by... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

12:00pm PDT

Marketplace Open
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Marketplace
Friday Marketplace Hours for MAGWest 2026
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Marketplace Fir
  Marketplace

12:00pm PDT

Indie Games Expo @ MAGWest
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Indie Games
Indie Games Expo @ MAGWest open hours - Come and playtest some Indie Games, and meet the game developers! ^_^
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Indie Games Bayshore Ballroom
  Indie Games

12:00pm PDT

Open Arcade Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Arcades
Open Arcade Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Arcades Bayshore Ballroom
  Arcades / Consoles

12:00pm PDT

Open Console Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Consoles
Open Console Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles

12:00pm PDT

Open LAN Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
LAN / PC Gaming
Open LAN Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
LAN / PC Gaming Carmel / Monterey
  LAN / PC Gaming

12:00pm PDT

Open Tabletop Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Tabletop
Open Tabletop Gaming
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop

12:30pm PDT

Blood on the Clocktower
Friday August 14, 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Tabletop
Come play Blood on the Clocktower.
Friday August 14, 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop

1:00pm PDT

DJ MACHINEGOD
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm PDT
Pool Party
MACHINEGOD is an SF Bay Area based anikura DJ, playing hard dance remixes of anime and idol songs, and has played at anime conventions, nightclubs, and festivals across California. His main passion is anime horse girls and has spent hundreds, possibly even thousands more on Uma Musume.
Performers
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DJ MACHINEGOD

MACHINEGOD is an SF Bay Area based anikura DJ, playing hard dance remixes of anime and idol songs, and has played at anime conventions, nightclubs, and festivals across California. His main passion is anime horse girls and has spent hundreds, possibly even thousands more on Uma M... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm PDT
Pool Party Pool Area
  Pool Party

1:00pm PDT

Open jamming
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Jamspace
Come by the jamspace and jam with some friends!
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Jamspace Oak
  Jamspace

1:30pm PDT

Gwobs' Playhouse
Friday August 14, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Variety Stage
Join Gwobs as we dive into Gwobs' Playhouse! What shenanigans will he get up to? Even Gwobs doesn't know, and that will be the beauty of it!
Performers
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Robbie Benson / Gwobs

Robbie "Gwobs" Benson began playing piano at the age of 2, filming an EarthBound film adaptation at 7, and escorting 80 MAGWest attendees to Taco Bravo in the middle of the night at 31. Founder and bandleader of Super Soul Bros, Robbie has also performed alongside members of Tower... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

2:00pm PDT

Machina03exe
Friday August 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm PDT
Pool Party
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a caffeinated teenager with the 1am zoomies at an anime convention in the 2000s? Time machines don't exist yet, but we can make you feel like that! Maki brings high energy, hard drops, and deep cuts on the wheels of digital steel so you can get your y2kei on without putting 63 viruses on the family computer.
Performers
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Machina03exe

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a caffeinated teenager with the 1am zoomies at an anime convention in the 2000s? Time machines don't exist yet, but we can make you feel like that! Maki brings high energy, hard drops, and deep cuts on the wheels of digital steel so you... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm PDT
Pool Party Pool Area
  Pool Party

2:00pm PDT

Cosplay Gathering - Undertale / Deltarune
Friday August 14, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Craft Cove
For detailed times and locations, see Cosplay Gatherings on the website.

The location is in the alcove behind Craft Cove, near the glass doors to the pool.

Hosted by: Cherimage_cosplay
Friday August 14, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Craft Cove Spencer's Steakhouse
  Craft Cove

2:00pm PDT

RPG: Grave Misgivings
Friday August 14, 2026 2:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Tabletop
Try your hand at this Dungeon and Dragons one shot.
Friday August 14, 2026 2:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop

3:00pm PDT

Adora Blue
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Pool Party
Adora Blue (yes, that's adorable + u ;3) is a Seattle-based DJ (and producer, activist, tiktoker, etc) you won't soon forget!
Performers
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Adora Blue

Adora Blue (yes, that's adorable + u ;3) is a Seattle-based DJ (and producer, activist, tiktoker, etc) you won't soon forget!

Mainly playing eurobeat and VG remixes, she also branches out toward breakcore, kawaii future bass, hhc, and j-core, and no set of hers is complete without... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Pool Party Pool Area
  Pool Party

3:00pm PDT

How to get REALLY good at creative hobbies
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Panels 2
Have you ever wanted to get REALLY good at your creative hobby? To the point of getting 100k downloads or having publishers reach out to you?

I've achieved that level of skill in multiple fields as a professionally published author and successful Minecraft mod and modpack developer with projects each reaching over 100k downloads.

I've realized there's a lot of carry-over in skills, and I want to teach you how you can get to this level in your hobby as well!

Panelists: Vnator [Software Engineer]
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Panels 2 San Juan / San Carlos
  Panels 2

3:00pm PDT

Guilty Gear -STRIVE- Tournament (Pools)
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Consoles
GGST Tournament (PS5)
Rules & Registration at https://start.gg/magwest
32 Player Cap
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

3:00pm PDT

RPG: Avatar the Last Airbender
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Tabletop
Try your hand bending while playing the RPG one shot set in the world of Avatar the Last Airbender.
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop

3:00pm PDT

maimai DX Side-Event: Hopes & Dreams
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Arcades
Side-event where the best players will try and survive against the masses! Will the humans win over the monsters?
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Arcades Bayshore Ballroom
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

3:00pm PDT

Pool Bar Opens
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Pool Area
Poolside bar will be open during Friday afternoon and evening pool party performances.
Friday August 14, 2026 3:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Pool Area Pool Area
  Poolside Bar (Pool)

4:00pm PDT

The Endless Now performance
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 4:40pm PDT
Jamspace
Members of the Endless Now are dedicated to sharing the incredible music from the Xenoblade Chronicles series. We’ll bring you a mix of faithful recreations and clever arrangements across multiple genres like surf rock and Latin rock and more!

With such a wide range of music, we draw upon an equally large team of talented performers and arrangers, Audio Mocha, Jay Kim (Ronin Op F), Ryan McGaughey, Michelle Dreyband, and Kyana.

Come join our party and together we can carry The Weight Of Life!
Performers
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The Endless Now

Members of the Endless Now are dedicated to sharing the incredible music from the Xenoblade Chronicles series. We’ll bring you a mix of faithful recreations and clever arrangements across multiple genres like surf rock and Latin rock and more!

With such a wide range of music, we... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 4:40pm PDT
Jamspace Oak
  Jamspace

4:00pm PDT

Nightmare Kart Refuse% with j0kerr
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 5:15pm PDT
Variety Stage
Have you ever wanted to see Bloodborne remade as a PlayStation 1 era kart racer? Fear not, as j0kerr will showcase a speedrun of Nightmare Kart Refuse%, with the ability to upgrade the category to HOGGERS%! What is HOGGERS? With your donations, we can find out!
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 5:15pm PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

4:00pm PDT

AniCLover DJ Block
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Pool Party
The SF Bay Area's underground anime rave scene, featuring sets from AniCLover DJs:

rainy
Spiritsnare
970
Kataoka
4ri b2b EggZen
Performers
avatar for AniCLover

AniCLover

The SF Bay Area's underground anime rave scene, featuring sets from AniCLover DJs:

rainy
Spiritsnare
970
Kataoka
4ri b2b EggZen

Website | Instagram | Twitch | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | Discord... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Pool Party Pool Area
  Pool Party

4:00pm PDT

Tetris Medley
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Consoles
Tetris Medley (Mystery Tournament)
Rules & Registration at https://start.gg/magwest
16 Player Cap
Friday August 14, 2026 4:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

5:00pm PDT

HOP32 Tournament
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Indie Games
Compete in Tournament Mode for a chance to win prizes, including a limited-edition HOP32 button. HOP32 is a massively local multiplayer game that supports up to 32 players in one space. Gather your friends, join the chaos, and see if you can work together to conquer HOP32! (Joining is first come, first serve.)
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Indie Games Bayshore Ballroom
  Indie Games

5:00pm PDT

Miles Morkri
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 5:40pm PDT
POW Stage
Miles Morkri (they/them) is a Minneapolis-based media composer and musician. Their performances seamlessly weave their rhythmically cascading jazz fusion originals with surprising and unique takes on video game classics. They're joined on stage by the incredible talents of Stemage on guitar, Travis Kindred on bass, and Yusef Kelliebrew on drum set.
Performers
avatar for Claire Kwong

Claire Kwong

Claire Kwong connects art and technology to make people move. Claire has a long history of performing visuals in the chiptune community. Most recently, she performed with Rebecca Sugar and Estelle at MAGFest.

Claire also creates immersive art environments using projection and motion capture. Her games encourage people to move, communicate, and touch each other. Through her art, Claire aims to dramatize her own experiences and challenge personal and social boundaries... Read More →
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Miles Morkri

Miles Morkri (they/them) is a Minneapolis-based media composer and musician. Their performances seamlessly weave their rhythmically cascading jazz fusion originals with surprising and unique takes on video game classics. They're joined on stage by the incredible talents of Stemage... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 5:40pm PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

5:00pm PDT

Cosplay Gathering - Nintendo
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Craft Cove
For detailed times and locations, see Cosplay Gatherings on the website.

The location is in the alcove behind Craft Cove, near the glass doors to the pool.

Hosted by: azureus_media
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Craft Cove Spencer's Steakhouse
  Craft Cove

5:00pm PDT

Studio Phoebe performance & jam
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Jamspace
Studio Phoebe is a live band that reimagines anime, Studio Ghibli, and video game music through jazz, funk, and modern styles, creating performances that highlight the artistry and cultural impact of Japanese pop culture.

Catch the show in the first half, and catch the jam in the second half!
Performers
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Studio Phoebe

Studio Phoebe is a live band that reimagines anime, Studio Ghibli, and video game music through jazz, funk, and modern styles, creating performances that highlight the artistry and cultural impact of Japanese pop culture.

Website | Instagram... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Jamspace Oak
  Jamspace

5:00pm PDT

2XKO Mixed Tournament (Pools)
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Consoles
2XKO Mixed Tournament (PS5)
Rules & Registration at https://start.gg/magwest
32 Player/Team Cap
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

5:00pm PDT

Guilty Gear -STRIVE- Tournament (Finals)
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Consoles
GGST Tournament (PS5)
⚠️ May start earlier if Pools finish early
Rules & Registration at https://start.gg/magwest
32 Player Cap
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

5:00pm PDT

Ultra Clay Fighter 2 Tournament
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Consoles
Ultra Clay Fighter 2 (SNES)
Rules & Registration at https://start.gg/magwest
8 Player Cap
Friday August 14, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

5:45pm PDT

Expedition 33 Unplugged
Friday August 14, 2026 5:45pm - 6:30pm PDT
Variety Stage
Join us for an acoustic lounge set of the best of Expedition 33 sung by Michelle Dreyband with Ryan McGaughey on piano. They will be joined by Kenta Shimakawa on guitar and a choir led by Clement Cano.
Performers
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Expedition 33 Unplugged

Join us for an acoustic lounge set of the best of Expedition 33 sung by Michelle Dreyband with Ryan McGaughey on piano. They will be joined by Kenta Shimakawa on guitar and a choir led by Clement Cano.
Friday August 14, 2026 5:45pm - 6:30pm PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

6:00pm PDT

Accessibility Services Desk Close
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Event Safety / Accessibility
Free resources are available anytime the room is open for Accessibility or Event Safety hours. If someone is not present at the Accessibility Desk, or you need assistance outside of open hours, you can reach out via our email [email protected] or call or message us anytime using our Hotliner number: 844-624-4311
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Event Safety / Accessibility Silicon Valley Room
  Event Safety / Accessibility, Event Services

6:00pm PDT

Isekai Stage
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 6:40pm PDT
POW Stage
Formed in 2022, Isekai Stage is three friends playing anime and video-game music.

It began with the three of them performing anime and video-game music at local conventions. Their debut single "SACRIFICE" marked a new chapter, venturing into original music that blends their love of Japanese and video-game music with their unique musical backgrounds. Their first EP is set to release in 2026.
Performers
avatar for Isekai Stage

Isekai Stage

Formed in 2022, Isekai Stage is three friends playing anime and video-game music.

It began with the three of them performing anime and video-game music at local conventions. Their debut single "SACRIFICE" marked a new chapter, venturing into original music that blends their love of Japanese and video-game music with their unique musical backgrounds. Their first... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 6:40pm PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

6:00pm PDT

DDR A3 King of the Hill (Standard)
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Arcades
Challenge the leader to a battle! Keep playing and amass more victories. Standard play with Levels 10-13s.
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Arcades Bayshore Ballroom
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

6:00pm PDT

Cosplay n' Draw
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 8:15pm PDT
Craft Cove
Join Cosplay n’ Draw at MAGWest for a cosplay gathering and figure drawing event all in one! Come in cosplay and practice sketching live models at our relaxed, two hour sessions hosted in the Craft Cove! Drawing supplies will be provided! Hosted by @cosplayndraw
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 8:15pm PDT
Craft Cove Spencer's Steakhouse
  Craft Cove

6:00pm PDT

RPG: Madhouse of Tasha's Kiss
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
Tabletop
Try your hand at Dungeons and Dragons in this one shot adventure.
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop

6:00pm PDT

Open jamming
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 9:45pm PDT
Jamspace
Come by the jamspace and jam with some friends!
Friday August 14, 2026 6:00pm - 9:45pm PDT
Jamspace Oak
  Jamspace

6:45pm PDT

Dragon Quest Grand Casino
Friday August 14, 2026 6:45pm - 7:45pm PDT
Panels 1
Come one, come all to the Dragon Quest Grand Casino! Take a break from your weary adventures brave heroes and come have some fun in Tantegel’s newest traveling attraction! There’s a marvelous matching game, tricky trivia, and the lucky chance lottery! Will you win it big, or Frizzle out? Let’s all have a Goo-reat time!
Friday August 14, 2026 6:45pm - 7:45pm PDT
Panels 1 San Simeon / San Martin
  Panels 1

6:50pm PDT

Marketplace Closed
Friday August 14, 2026 6:50pm - 7:00pm PDT
Marketplace
Friday Marketplace Hours for MAGWest 2026
Friday August 14, 2026 6:50pm - 7:00pm PDT
Marketplace Fir
  Marketplace

7:00pm PDT

Carington Swing
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm PDT
Pool Party
Experiencing Carington Swing live is to be transported back to a 1930's Parisian café, but playing the music from the video games you grew up with.
Performers
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Carington Swing

Experiencing Carington Swing live is to be transported back to a 1930's Parisian café, but playing the music from the video games you grew up with.

Their fiery, yet romantic style pays homage to the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. Carington Swing remains faithful to the original instrumentation by featuring violin, bass and guitars, but pushes the sonic boundaries of Gypsy Jazz by mixing in the sounds of Latin... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm PDT
Pool Party Pool Area
  Pool Party

7:00pm PDT

2XKO Mixed Tournament (Finals)
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Consoles
2XKO Mixed Tournament (PS5)
⚠️ May start earlier if Pools finish early
Rules & Registration at https://start.gg/magwest32 Player/Team Cap
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

7:00pm PDT

Minecraft Let's Play and interview with Kyburg
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Variety Stage
Kyburg takes us through her modified Minecraft world as we continue to chat about Extra Life, the UC Davis Children's Hospital, and her further work with Extra Life.
Guests
avatar for Extra Life

Extra Life

DIY fundraising program
Extra Life is a program under Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, that unites thousands of gamers around the world to play games in support of their local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.  It is a DIY fundraising program where gamers raise money by... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

7:00pm PDT

RPG: The Quiet Year
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Tabletop
Try your hand at Role Play Games in this one shot adventure.
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop

7:00pm PDT

Secret Marketplace
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Upper Pool Patio
Oh? What's this? A Secret Marketplace pop-up available only after regular Marketplace Hours.
Friday August 14, 2026 7:00pm - 11:59pm PDT
Upper Pool Patio Upper Pool Patio
  Upper Pool Patio

7:10pm PDT

Prog XP and the Fallen Hero Players
Friday August 14, 2026 7:10pm - 7:50pm PDT
POW Stage
Prog XP is a progressive metal supergroup performing heavy modern-metal and classic prog-influenced soundtracks, led by guitarist/producer Ro Panuganti and game music veterans Colbydude, Max Sandler, and Evan Berge. For a special performance, Prog XP will be performing a handcrafted comprehensive Undertale and DELTARUNE set featuring incredible community guests and the Fallen Hero Players, conducted by Brandon L.Harnish (Ranzha) for a symphonic-rock experience with synchronized visuals and exciting arrangements to take you from Toriel's House onto the Dark Sanctuaries.
Performers
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Prog XP

Prog XP is a progressive metal supergroup performing heavy modern-metal and classic prog-influenced soundtracks, led by guitarist/producer Ro Panuganti and game music veterans Colbydude, Max Sandler, and Evan Berge. For a special performance, Prog XP will be performing a handcrafted... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 7:10pm - 7:50pm PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

7:30pm PDT

DANCERUSH STARDOM Showcase
Friday August 14, 2026 7:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
Arcades
Show us your ultimate dance! Brought to you by the Bay Area Dancerush Crew. Players will have a chance to show off their routine and participate in trains.
Friday August 14, 2026 7:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
Arcades Bayshore Ballroom
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

8:00pm PDT

MAGWest Merch Stand Closed
Friday August 14, 2026 8:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Merch
Magwest 2026 T-shirts, bundles, throwback merch, and more!
Friday August 14, 2026 8:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Merch Bayshore Foyer
  Merch, Event Services

8:00pm PDT

Indie Games Closed
Friday August 14, 2026 8:00pm - 8:05pm PDT
Indie Games
Indie Games Expo @ MAGWest closed for the day, come back tomorrow!
Friday August 14, 2026 8:00pm - 8:05pm PDT
Indie Games Bayshore Ballroom
  Indie Games

8:00pm PDT

Anton Corazza
Friday August 14, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm PDT
POW Stage
Anton Corazza is a composer/rapper/aerophonist on game OSTs including CASSETTE BEASTS 2002, UNBEATABLE, TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, and more. He and his cool friends will play music from games he worked on and classic franchises in a range of musical styles
Performers
avatar for Anton Corazza

Anton Corazza

Anton Corazza is a composer/rapper/aerophonist on game OSTs including CASSETTE BEASTS 2002, UNBEATABLE, TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, and more. He and his cool friends will play music from games he worked on and classic franchises in a range of musical styles!

Illustration by Jmanvel... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

9:00pm PDT

Craft Activities close
Friday August 14, 2026 9:00pm - 9:05pm PDT
Craft Cove
Craft Cove activities are open and supplies are out. Come by to do some arts n crafts. Check out the schedule for scheduled activities in the area.
Friday August 14, 2026 9:00pm - 9:05pm PDT
Craft Cove Spencer's Steakhouse
  Craft Cove

9:10pm PDT

The Tiberian Sons
Friday August 14, 2026 9:10pm - 10:10pm PDT
POW Stage
The heralds of symphonic cheese metal maximalism take flight once again! This time, The Tiberian Sons are bringing you a full set of Ace Combat and Paper Mario modern prog arrangements, featuring live violin, over-the-top visuals, multiple guest vocalists and barely any time to talk. Come for the shield drop, stay for the flamenco guitar.
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The Tiberian Sons

The heralds of symphonic cheese metal maximalism take flight once again! This time, The Tiberian Sons are bringing you a full set of Ace Combat and Paper Mario modern prog arrangements, featuring live violin, over-the-top visuals, multiple guest vocalists and barely any time to talk... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 9:10pm - 10:10pm PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

9:15pm PDT

quizmania: Kaimei Riddles DX PLUS
Friday August 14, 2026 9:15pm - 10:15pm PDT
Panels 1
Come join us for an exciting game show all about rhythm games! Jack-of-all-trades? Song savant? Too much into the lore? Whether you're a walking Remywiki, a J-Core and Vocaloid superfan, or even a light purveyor, this quiz will be entertaining, informative, and accessible for all!

Panelists:
Starrodkirby86 [Guy Who Raised $1M for Charity Playing maimai DX]
Friday August 14, 2026 9:15pm - 10:15pm PDT
Panels 1 San Simeon / San Martin
  Panels 1

9:15pm PDT

Let's code music with Strudel!
Friday August 14, 2026 9:15pm - 10:15pm PDT
Panels 2
Strudel?! Like the pastry? Yes but, more like making sweet beats with code! Strudel is a coding language for making live coding music, based on Tidal Cycles & Javascript. No coding experience required. Bring your laptops and let's make some bops!

Panelists: FirahFabe [https://fihra.github.io/]
Friday August 14, 2026 9:15pm - 10:15pm PDT
Panels 2 San Juan / San Carlos
  Panels 2

9:30pm PDT

Pokemon Red Any% Glitchless w/Keizaron
Friday August 14, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm PDT
Variety Stage
Help us close out our Friday programming with Keizaron, as he showcases an Any% Glitchless run of Pokemon Red, with incentives to name the Trainer, Rival, and various Pokemon used throughout the run!
Friday August 14, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm PDT
Variety Stage Gateway Foyer
  Variety Stage

10:15pm PDT

frogknight performance
Friday August 14, 2026 10:15pm - 10:55pm PDT
Steakhouse Stage
Glimmering, good-natured, and deeply nostalgic. The music of Frogknight takes its listener from wherever they might be, to shimmering meadows far away, or to deep dangerous caves full of wonder and despair, and of course, sweet loot. From the lowest dungeon to the highest peak, Frogknight guides you through with warm, comfy music until the end.
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frogknight

Glimmering, good-natured, and deeply nostalgic. The music of Frogknight takes its listener from wherever they might be, to shimmering meadows far away, or to deep dangerous caves full of wonder and despair, and of course, sweet loot. From the lowest dungeon to the highest peak, Frogknight... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 10:15pm - 10:55pm PDT
Steakhouse Stage Spencer's Steakhouse
  Steakhouse

10:30pm PDT

2 Mello
Friday August 14, 2026 10:30pm - 11:10pm PDT
POW Stage
2 Mello is known for his exciting hip-hop, breakbeat and drum ’n’ bass production blends with detailed sampling and palpable dynamics. This style is most prominently featured on his Jet Set Radio-inspired albums Memories of Tokyo-To (2018) and Sounds of Tokyo-To Future (2021).

He was recently featured as a composer on Demon Tides, SantaCorps4, and the upcoming game Denshattack! He's excited for his main stage debut performance at Magwest this summer.
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2 Mello

2 Mello is known for his exciting hip-hop, breakbeat and drum ’n’ bass production blends with detailed sampling and palpable dynamics. This style is most prominently featured on his Jet Set Radio-inspired albums Memories of Tokyo-To Future (2018) and Sounds of Tokyo-To Future... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 10:30pm - 11:10pm PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

11:00pm PDT

maimai DX Salty Suite
Friday August 14, 2026 11:00pm - Saturday August 15, 2026 1:00am PDT
Arcades
Who's ready to settle a score? Now recruiting the beefiest rivalries. Sign up to spectate and maybe YOU can become Otohime's favorite trash talker. All matches are for entertainment purposes only.
Friday August 14, 2026 11:00pm - Saturday August 15, 2026 1:00am PDT
Arcades Bayshore Ballroom
  Arcades / Consoles, Tournaments

11:15pm PDT

Slowly Crushed performance
Friday August 14, 2026 11:15pm - 11:55pm PDT
Steakhouse Stage
Slowly Crushed is a two-piece doom metal act that turns classic video game music into thunderous, dragging sludge. This specially curated live performance is one that must be seen to be truly understood.

Note: This performance may be VERY LOUD!
Performers
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Slowly Crushed

Slowly Crushed is a two-piece doom metal act that turns classic video game music into thunderous, dragging sludge. This specially curated live performance is one that must be seen to be truly understood.

Linktree | Instagram | Bandcamp | Spotify... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 11:15pm - 11:55pm PDT
Steakhouse Stage Spencer's Steakhouse
  Steakhouse

11:30pm PDT

Johnny Gioeli of Crush 40: Live Band Experience
Friday August 14, 2026 11:30pm - Saturday August 15, 2026 12:30am PDT
POW Stage
ATTENTION: This concert may reach room capacity. Arrive early to ensure entry.

Spinning onto the stage at MAGWest 2026 is Johnny Gioeli of Crush 40: Live Band Experience!

Johnny Gioeli is a singer-songwriter well known for his contributions to the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, amongst many other musical accomplishments. He’s written some of the most iconic video game songs, such as “Live & Learn” from Sonic Adventure 2, “What I’m Made Of” from Sonic Heroes, and many more! In 2024, Johnny’s beloved song “Live & Learn” was featured throughout the movie Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Over the last 27 years, Johnny has traveled all over the world performing Crush 40’s greatest hits and celebrating the community that surrounds his music. While Johnny normally performs solo or with a guitarist, MAGWest has a unique opportunity to experience his music with a full live band – so grab your badges at our registration page to make sure you don’t miss out!
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Johnny Gioeli

Spinning onto the stage at MAGWest 2026 is Johnny Gioeli of Crush 40: Live Band Experience!

Johnny Gioeli is a singer-songwriter well known for his contributions to the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, amongst many other musical accomplishments. He’s written some of the most iconic video game songs, such as “Live & Learn” from Sonic Adventure 2, “What I’m Made Of... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 11:30pm - Saturday August 15, 2026 12:30am PDT
POW Stage Cedar/Pine
  POW Stage (Main Concerts)

11:55pm PDT

Registration Closed
Friday August 14, 2026 11:55pm - 11:59pm PDT
Registration

Friday August 14, 2026 11:55pm - 11:59pm PDT
Registration Bayshore Foyer
  Event Services, Event Services
 
Saturday, August 15
 

12:00am PDT

Open Arcade Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Arcades
Open Arcade Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Arcades Bayshore Ballroom
  Arcades / Consoles

12:00am PDT

Open Console Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Consoles
Open Console Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Consoles Santa Clara / San Jose
  Arcades / Consoles

12:00am PDT

Open LAN Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
LAN / PC Gaming
Open LAN Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
LAN / PC Gaming Carmel / Monterey
  LAN / PC Gaming

12:00am PDT

Open Tabletop Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Tabletop
Open Tabletop Gaming
Saturday August 15, 2026 12:00am - 11:59pm PDT
Tabletop Santa Clara / San Jose
  Tabletop
 

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