Get Ready for the PA STEAM & Video Game Festival 2021! |
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5 Steps to Prepare for the
PA STEAM & Video Game Festival 2021!
Do you believe we're so close now? The PA STEAMFest Team feels extremely fortunate to be able to welcome you all back for our 2021 celebration. So let's get you ready for all the amazing things going on.
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STEP 1: Purchase your tickets. Get your tickets online right now to save time with worry-free entry. No more forgetting your tickets, with e-tickets, we've got your back.
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STEP 2: Arrive early. Doors open at 9:30 for VIP Early Access and 10:00am for all other ticket holders. Be sure to check in early so you don't miss the panels and activities.
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STEP 3: Cosplay Check. If you are in cosplay and have a prop weapon, you are required to get your props checked and tagged. Stop by the Cosplay Booth inside the ArtsQuest Center to get inspected and be sure to sign up for the Sunday Cosplay Contest here as well.
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STEP 4: Totes & Guides. Before you start your day, grab an official STEAMFest 2021 Tote Bag and Program Guide. Trust us, you will need a bag to carry all of your goodies and a guide to help you organize your day!
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STEP 5: TheGeekGrid Studios Post-Apocolyptic Survival Shack. Whether you're in cosplay or not, stop by the TGGS Post-Apocolyptic Survival Shack and get your photo. TAG @pasteamfest and @thegeekgrid21 on social media for your chance to win an Amazon Fire Tablet!
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DID YOU KNOW? Buying online tickets are cheaper, faster, and saves on paper! When you get your tickets at the door, it slows the line down, dipping into valuable check-in time and useless paper tickets. If you think you're saving on fees buying at the door, you aren't! Prices are actually higher at the door due to this inconvenience. Save time and a tree, purchase your tickets online now!
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This year's STEAM & Video Game Showcase is a 3D printed Cosplay project collaboration by TheGeekGrid Studios and Verde Mantis 3D Printers! Saturday, August 21st 11:00 am-11:45 am in the Red Theater.
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Unless you are part of the event media staff or approved volunteer, you may NOT stream, video, or take photographs in our Showcase panels or workshops. You will be reminded upon entering a media restricted showcase or panel. Approved media personnel will have a PASF21 Media Badge.
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Check-In Starts at 10:00am August 21st 2021 |
VIP Ticket holders get early priority access and can start checking in by 9:30am. VIP tickets are LIMITED to 100 and can only be purchased ONLINE! VIP Zealot badge holders get the following benefits:
- Early access on both days at 9:30am
- Limited Edition STEAMFEST lanyard badge
- Front of line priority
- Swag bag of goodies
- Access to MusikFest Cafe Outdoor Patio
- Access to VIP exclusive showings in the Musikfest Cafe
- An exclusive gathering with drinks, snacks, music, and chat with the Founder, Sponsors, Musical Features, and Cosplayers on Saturday August 21st.
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Sunday, August 22nd, 2021 4:00 pm |
The PA STEAM & Video Game Festival Cosplay Contest will be held Sunday, August 22nd, 2021 and 5 Judges will be RANDOMLY PICKED from the crowd by our team! There are three categories: Kids (12 or younger), Teens (13-16) and Adults (17+).
To sign up for the contest, be sure to stop by the Cosplay Booth on either day of the event and fill out a Cosplay Entry Application.
COSPLAY RULES & REGULATIONS
stay within festival guidelines and keep everyone safe.
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Come watch and cheer on your favorite team as TheGeekGrid Studios SteamDragons Valorant Team versus the Kutztown University Esports Team Saturday and Sunday, August 21st & 22nd! |
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LIMITED SPOTS! Our Super Smash Bros. Tournament is held on the Nintendo Switch and divided into two seperate categories, Ages 12 and younger and 13 and older. An entry ticket and addon is required to enter. The tournament fee is FREE for 12 and younger and $5.00 for 13+
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Here it is! Start planning your PA STEAMFest visit now! We have something going on every hour on the hour and we are so excited to welcome you all back to this amazing festival! Let's get this going! |
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PA Mandates on COVID19/Delta |
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Pennsylvania has lifted most COVID-19 restrictions. Below is a breakdown of current mitigation efforts and recommendations as of July 2021: |
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Businesses: Restaurants and businesses no longer have capacity limits, and people are no longer required by the state to wear masks indoors. Businesses maintain the option, however, to require that employees, customers, and guests wear face masks.
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Physical distancing: Businesses are not required to follow specific distancing measures.
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Face masks: Face masks are no longer required indoors or outdoors, though the Wolf administration has recommended that residents follow CDC guidance on mask-wearing.
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Outdoor events: Occupancy limits have been dropped.
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Indoor events: Occupancy limits have been dropped.
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ArtsQuest is following all state regulations regarding COVID. As per above, all mandates on masks or vaccinations for events in PA have been lifted as of this time. It is NOT a requirement to wear masks at this event while you are outside, but we encourage you to wear one inside or if you feel more comfortable overall.
We will also have masks and hand sanitizer readily available at our check in booth and around the area. We will continue to follow PA restrictions and CDC guidance.
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See You August 21st & 22nd! |
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