GAMEMason 2025 | September 19 & 20
Experience an event like no other at Mason!
Join the excitement at GAMEmason , George Mason University’s flagship gaming convention, September 19–20 on the Fairfax campus! Enjoy two full days of live music, food trucks, open play arcade and PC games, cosplay contest, tabletop and indie games, vendors, makerspaces, workshops, learning sessions, and esports tournaments including the High School Showdown and Super Smash Bros Ultimate Open. The event is organized by Student Involvement and the Center for the Arts.
Register or learn more at sigmu.edu/registration. Attendees must be at least 16 years of age. Attendees aged 16 or 17 must be accompanied by an adult. All attendees must have a ticket.
Tickets: $19 per day (price includes fees) general admission, Mason students FREE. Fees apply to purchases made online or over the phone but are waived for in-person purchases at the Center for the Arts Ticket Office. ($4 per ticket) No fees if purchased in person at the Center for the Arts Ticket Office.
George Mason University’s Student Involvement and the Center for the Arts, in collaboration with Mason’s Computer Game Design program, and GMU Esports, team up once again for GAMEmason, an engaging event.
Events
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Featured Discussion with The Triforce Quartet
“Why Music Works” Panel Discussion with Triforce Quartet @Concert Hall
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pmThe Triforce Quartet is a traditional string quartet that plays video game music.
The Triforce Quartet began innocently as a short Zelda medley for an encore of a recital in early 2007, but the video of using traditional string quartet instruments to play music of classic games gained viral popularity later that summer. Thanks to this, cellist Chad Schwartz was able to combine his love for video games, along with years of classical training, to arrange a variety of video game themes that even non-gamers can enjoy. The four members of the Triforce Quartet take audience members on an unforgettable musical journey.
The Triforce Quartet has played in front of sold-out shows at PAX Prime in Seattle, PAX East in Boston; MAGFest in Washington DC, the iDIG Music Festival in Ireland, and with Video Games Live!
Featured Panel by the Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra
The Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra (WMGSO) is a nonprofit community orchestra based in the D.C.-metro area. We have over 140 active members participating in our full orchestra and choir, and we arrange and perform music exclusively from video games!
Presented By
Student Involvement
Student Involvement encourages students and staff to think creatively. We want everyone to contribute ideas and think of new ways they may enhance campus and their experience at Mason. We offer opportunities to put your ideas into action, learn from hands-on experiences, meet new people, develop life-long friendships and gain skills that will help you be ready for wherever your future takes you!
The Center for the Arts
The Center for the Arts is part of the College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA), whose mission is to make the arts an intrinsic part of the lives of every George Mason University student and area resident. The Great Performances at Mason season is integral to the College’s mission, providing a diverse program of challenging and entertaining cultural experiences for the entire University community, as well as Northern Virginia and the greater Washington, D.C. area.
The College’s professional presenting division plays an important role in enriching the academic programs across the University through performances that examine important issues and bring global cultures to Mason. Each year, CVPA students have opportunities to interact with artists from the Great Performances at Mason season through master classes and residencies. Through the Free Tickets for Mason Students program, all Mason students are invited to experience the many inspiring performances at the Center.
Partner Organizations
Mason Innovation Exchange
The MIX provides a collection of collaborative spaces focusing on innovation + entrepreneurship.
Whether you are a faculty member hoping to add a hands-on component to your class, a student exploring a new technology, a group exploring a business idea, or just looking to expand your viewpoint, the MIX can support you.
Casual Gaming Club
The Casual Gaming Club is here to showcase every other tabletop game inbetween! From classic card games to niche board games, from party games to ancient board games like Go, we have you covered!
And feel free to bring your own games too! A big part of what we do at the CGC is showcasing the games that YOU specifically care about and want to play. So if you’ve got a tabletop game at home you’re itching to play, bring it over!
Dungeons and Dragons Club at George Mason University
Dungeons and Dragons at George Mason University strive to encourage students to play RPG games and to meet other students with similar interests. We strive to allow people to be characters they would want to be and play out their own imagination. Members are encouraged to use their imagination to create backstories and gameplay. DnD focus is to allow students to have fun and to enjoy playing the game.
https://mason360.gmu.edu/dnd/home
Pokémon Club at George Mason University
Our goal is to create an inclusive space for Pokémon ®enthusiasts. It’s a space to relax, hang out and participate in Pokémon ®-related activities throughout the school year.
https://mason360.gmu.edu/Pokemon/
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Tabletop Role Playing Game Club at George Mason University
The Tabletop Role Playing Game Club at George Mason University aims to act as a means for those interested in playing, running, or learning about any table-top role playing games to do so among like-minded individuals. Members will be able to utilize the club’s online community to find or form a group for any type of tabletop role playing game, as well as socialize with other members. Members are encouraged to write creative content during their gameplay, players will write creative backstories and game masters will build entire worlds. The TTRPG Club is meant to be a fun and exciting way to meet people and enjoy playing a game in a judgement free environment.
https://mason360.gmu.edu/ttrpgclub/home
Trading Card Game Club at George Mason University
Provide means and locations for TCG players to meet, discuss, trade, and play their favorite games.
https://mason360.gmu.edu/tcgclub/home
Warhammer Club at George Mason University
The purpose of this organization is to provide a space for people to participate in games of Warhammer 40k and Age of Sigmar, learn about the game and setting, and find others who enjoy the hobby.
https://mason360.gmu.edu/warhammerclub/home
GADIG
We are a club dedicated to making games on a professional level. Our goal is to simulate working in a studio environment with a large team of 50+ people. At the end of every semester, members can pitch game ideas to the club to be selected for the upcoming semester!
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Phone: 703-993-2787