Classic Arcade & Pinball Show

California Extreme 2026

California Extreme is an annual classic arcade and pinball show where collector-supplied games are presented on free play for a weekend in Santa Clara.

Dates: August 8, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Venue: Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
Location: Santa Clara, California
Organizer: California Extreme
Status: Scheduled

Event overview

What to know

Hundreds of coin-operated games set to free play
Classic, modern, rare, and prototype machines
Collector community buy, sell, and trade activity
Two-day show at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
Public hours are 11 AM to 1:30 AM Saturday and 11 AM to 9 PM Sunday, with 10 AM entry for pre-registered guests
Main, Women's, and Classics pinball tournament qualifying begins Friday, August 7, with finals during the show weekend

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