The PAX West 2021 Party List: Your ULTIMATE guide to the parties and events

The PAX West 2021 Party List: Your ULTIMATE guide to the parties and events

Back in person, for better or worse

Whoa, what? An IN-PERSON video game event is ACTUALLY HAPPENING? And it’s a PAX?! The last major gaming event that humans attended was PAX East in 2020 in Boston, and so perhaps it’s fitting that PAX West becomes the one that brings us back full circle. COVID is still in effect, y’all, so make sure you’re either vaxxed up or have proof of a negative test as you enter the conference hall (and any place else).

Okay, once you’re safe and healthy and protected, and want to let off some expo steam, it’s time to get partying. We have compiled A LIST BELOW of all of the parties and events that we could share with you, dear readers, to get you in that awesome mood. And the best part? WE’LL BE UPDATING IT AS EVENTS ARE ANNOUNCED. So continue to come back and check it out.

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Listed by Day


Friday, September 3rd


True Dungeon Felurian’s Feast
Daily from 10AM @ Metropolitan Ballroom, Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Info: An amazing two-hour, seven-room, live-action, escape room adventure awaits you at PAX West! Do you have what it takes to solve group puzzles, charm NPCs, and fight monsters to complete this highly immersive adventure? Come meet Felurian in the Fae world created by author Patrick Rothfuss. A valid PAX West badge for that day is required to play — as well as a event ticket purchased on this site.
Tickets: $78 per person

A Return to the Top of the World
6PM-1AM @ Columbia Tower Club, 75th Floor, 701 5th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98104
Info: On Friday, September 3, 2021, FTW Events invites you to come spend an evening with the tabletop gaming community once again. At a gorgeous setting on the top floor of the Columbia Tower, you’ll enjoy a decadent buffet with a 76th floor view, sip on geeky-themed cocktails, play board games all night, and win prizes from a huge raffle prize pool donated by the tabletop gaming industry. All to support families at the Seattle Children’s Hospital!
Tickets: $89 General Admission

Voodoo Ranger Community Meetup
8-10PM @ 1810 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
Info: Twitter
Tickets: TBD, Must show proof of vaccination


Saturday, September 4th


True Dungeon Felurian’s Feast
Daily from 10AM @ Metropolitan Ballroom, Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Info: An amazing two-hour, seven-room, live-action, escape room adventure awaits you at PAX West! Do you have what it takes to solve group puzzles, charm NPCs, and fight monsters to complete this highly immersive adventure? Come meet Felurian in the Fae world created by author Patrick Rothfuss. A valid PAX West badge for that day is required to play — as well as a event ticket purchased on this site.
Tickets: $78 per person

So Pokégenic!
2-11PM @ Freeway Park
Info: A Pokémon Snap-themed Cosplay/Photoshoot/Dance Party Outside PAX West! No badges required! We are HERE and sparklier than ever! It’s time to take over PAX with exceedingly queer PLUR vibes, and throw the best dance party anyone has ever seen!!! Featuring DJs and music. Presented by Funshine and Rainbows Crew.
Tickets: FREE Event

8-Bit Drag Show
6PM @ Kremwerk, 1809 Minor Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Info: Weird proudly presents a video game-themed drag show, just in time for PAX weekend, where all performers will be showcasing performances inspired by all things Nintendo, Sega, Atari, & beyond! Hosted By Londyn Bradshaw
Tickets: $12 in advance, $15 at door

Voodoo Ranger/Queer Women of ESPORTS Afterparty
7-10PM @ 1810 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
Info: Twitter
Tickets: TBD, Must show proof of vaccination

The Four Horsemen at the Vera Project
7PM (doors at 6PM) @ The Vera Project, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109
Info: LIVE music from MC Lars, Mega Ran, MC Frontalot, and Schaffer The Darklord
Tickets: $18-$20 via Eventbrite

Sonicboombox PAX Afterparty sponsored by Voodoo Ranger
8PM-1AM @ SPIN, 1511 6th Ave, Seattle, Washington 98101
Info: Twitter | PAX is back and so is Sonicboombox’s annual afterparty! Live DJ, dancing, photobooth and more, hosted by Kitty Camara. At SPIN, less than two blocks from the convention center! FREE Voodoo Ranger IPA for the first 200 fans. FREE ping pong all night
Tickets: $10 in advance via Universe, $20 at door. 21+. Must show proof of vaccination or PAX badge.


Sunday, September 5th


True Dungeon Felurian’s Feast
Daily from 10AM @ Metropolitan Ballroom, Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Info: An amazing two-hour, seven-room, live-action, escape room adventure awaits you at PAX West! Do you have what it takes to solve group puzzles, charm NPCs, and fight monsters to complete this highly immersive adventure? Come meet Felurian in the Fae world created by author Patrick Rothfuss. A valid PAX West badge for that day is required to play — as well as a event ticket purchased on this site.
Tickets: $78 per person


Monday, September 6th


IGDA Seattle Ice Cream Social @ PAX
2-4PM @ Pier 62 at Waterfront Park, 1951 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101
Info: Get a well-needed break with ice cream and friends during PAX West 2021! Drop by an ice cream shop down by the waterfront to grab some ice cream and head over to Pier 62 to chat with us!
Tickets: Free (buy your own ice cream from nearby shops)

Voodoo Ranger/Acquisitions Intoxicated Meetup
6-9PM @ 1810 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
Info: Twitter
Tickets: TBD, Must show proof of vaccination