Amusement Expo
March 16, 2026 - March 19, 2026
Amusement Expo International (AEI) is the annual gathering for the coin-op and revenue-generating amusement industry.
If you operate arcades, family entertainment centers, route operations, bowling centers, or location-based entertainment venues, this is one of the key business events of the year.
The show is co-sponsored by the American Amusement Machine Association (AAMA) and the Amusement & Music Operators Association (AMOA). Together, they build a focused program around what actually drives revenue in this industry: new equipment, smarter operations, and stronger networking.
This isn’t consumer-facing. It’s operators meeting manufacturers and making purchasing decisions.
What You’ll See on the Floor
Amusements, Music, Games & ATMs
New arcade titles, redemption games, jukebox systems, cashless solutions, and route-ready equipment.
Billiards & Home Leisure
Tables, accessories, and commercial-grade products for entertainment venues.
Virtual Reality & Interactive Attractions
VR platforms, simulators, and immersive experiences aimed at FECs and location-based entertainment operators.
Bulk Vending
Capsule machines, crane games, and vending solutions that still generate steady cash flow.
Laser Tag & Experiential Equipment
Systems for operators building destination entertainment concepts.
You’ll also find professional service providers — insurance, financing, card systems, and operational tools — all aimed at helping venues stay competitive.
Education & Conference Programming
Conference sessions run alongside the expo and are built for owners, operators, and managers. Topics typically focus on:
- Increasing per-cap revenue
- Cashless systems and technology integration
- Route operations strategy
- Facility management and staffing
It’s practical information for people running physical entertainment businesses.
