Get Involved
All the great things you can participate in at LVL UP Expo.
Panel Participation
Becoming a panelist is a great way to participate in our programming! From workshops to industry and entertainment-geared panels, we welcome all types at LVL UP EXPO.
- All panel submissions must select an age limit based on panel content. Panelists will select the following: “All Ages”, “PG-13”, “18+”. If you have any concerns, please contact [email protected] for more details.
- All panelists applying for an 18+ panel must be over the age of 18 and have a valid government-issued ID.
18+ panel content includes, but is not limited to:
Adult Language
Nudity
Sexually explicit content
Gore - Upon application approval, the lead panelists (up to 3) will receive a complimentary badge to LVL UP EXPO. Badge confirmation will be sent via email.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email [email protected].
- Workshop
- Interactive
- Discussion
- Presentation
- Performance
- Educational
Volunteer
Volunteering is an excellent way to discover what goes on behind the scenes of a convention. We are looking for reliable individuals to help build a strong core for LVL UP EXPO.
- We accept a limited amount of volunteers for LVL UP EXPO each year
- Applicants must be of 16 years of age or older
- Applicants who are 17 years of age or younger, must have a parent or guardian fill out the Parental Consent Form below
- Volunteers will be placed into different departments that are best suitable for each individual
Potential Volunteers must attend one (1) meeting in order to be accepted as a volunteer for LVL UP EXPO 2024.
Meeting dates: TBA
Q: What is the age requirement for volunteering?
A: Volunteers must be AT LEAST 16 years of age and will be required to have a parent or guardian sign a consent form if under the age of 18.
Q: When will we receive a meeting reminder?
A: We will contact you via text or call within 24 hours prior to the meeting you’ve selected.
Q: Where is the volunteer meeting location?
A: TBD
Press, Media, & Industry
Welcome to all members of the press, media and industry who are interested in obtaining a Professional badge for LVL UP EXPO 2024. To get started, please read over our qualifications and additional information.
- Complimentary admission into LVL UP EXPO 2024
- Separate entry line
- All applicants must be 18 years or older to apply.
- There will be NO ON-SITE Professional Registration.
- LVL UP EXPO reserves the right to approve or decline any application.
- There will be NO Special Guest interviews at this time.
- All LVL UP EXPO Professional Badges are non-transferable and cannot be sold.
- Professional Badges have no monetary value.
- Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance.
- No early access to the exhibit hall will be granted.
- We please ask all professional badge holders to respect and acknowledge all staff, special guest, and attendees while on-site.
Media Affiliation: Applicants must be officially affiliated with a recognized and reputable media outlet, such as newspapers, magazines, websites, TV/radio stations, podcasts, or online publications, covering topics related to gaming, technology, pop culture, or entertainment.
- Active Industry Involvement: Applicants must demonstrate active involvement in the Esports, Anime, Comics, or Technologies industries. This could include working in relevant companies, organizations, or holding key roles in related projects.
- Review our qualifications and rules and regulations thoroughly.
- Click “Apply Now” button when open and fill out required fields.
get your badge
Children 10 and under get in free when accompanied by a registered adult.
Special military and first responders rate offered at the door only.
Event Hours
Friday: 12PM—8PM
Saturday: 11AM—8PM
Sunday: 11AM—6PM
VIPS get one hour early access on all three days.
3-Day Badge
$75
Access to our exhibit hall, panels, main events, tournaments and more!
Pricing Schedule
9/1/2024 – 12/31/2024: $75
1/1/2025 – 4/24/2025: $85
At Door: $100
VIP Badge
$200
Early access to our exhibit hall, exclusive hat & lanyard, swag bag, discount on all merch and (NEW) separate line entry at Guest Signings.
Limited quantity. Not available at the door.
Squad Pack
$250
Includes four (4) 3-Day Badges—only available for Pre-Registration.
Pricing Schedule
9/1/2024 – 12/31/2024: $250
1/1/2025 – 4/24/2025: $275
Not available at the door.
1-Day badge
$50-$60
A single day badge to LVL UP EXPO.
Pricing Schedule:
9/1/2024 – 12/31/2024:
FRIDAY & SUNDAY: $50
SATURDAY: $55
1/1/2025 – 4/24/2025:
FRIDAY & SUNDAY: $55
SATURDAY: $60
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