Alberta Esports Expo Logo

Feb 18 & 19, 2023
Edmonton EXPO Centre

Thank you so much for your interest in the Alberta Esports Expo 2023. Our team had a blast putting this event together and we got a chance to highlight so much incredible talent here in Alberta and we drew in many others from across Canada.

We are looking into hosting this event again in 2024 so stay tuned for updates and follow our socials for more info!

Alberta Esports Expo Is Proudly Supported By

Edmonton Global Sponsorship Logo
Telus Sponsorship Logo
Government of Canada Sponsorship Logo
Curiocity Sponsorship Logo
Pattison Sponsorship Logo
NorQuest College Sponsorship Logo
OverKlocked Gaming Logo
Bow Valley College Logo
Field Law Sponsorship Logo
Explore Edmonton Sponsorship Logo
Memory Express Sponsorship Logo
The Gaming Stadium or TGS Esports Logo
Edmonton Transit Service and City of Edmonton Logo

Alberta Esports Expo

The Alberta Esports Expo is a non-profit, all-ages esports expo featuring tournaments, panels, education, exhibitors, and several unique gaming experiences!

Alberta Esports Expo is a project that is funded by the Canadian Government through the Canadian Relaunch Heritage Grant aimed at celebrating the diverse representation of Canadians coming together.

For more details about the event, schedules and more, use the link below to open the digital guidebook for the Alberta Esports Expo!

Feb 18 - 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Feb 19 - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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Compete

Esports wouldn’t be esports without some competition!

Whether you have been competing for years or it’s your first competition, we have something for you. We have tournament brackets with cash prizing for more than 10 games, as well as novice competitions for those looking to dip their toes into esports.

Main Event Tournaments

You can find out more about our pre-registration only main event tournaments at Start.gg/AEE or register directly through the embedded registration

Open Esports & Side Events

Have some time between panels? Not sure if you’re ready for cash tournaments? That’s ok! We’ll have open tournaments, gaming activities, and more for you to take part in regardless of your skill level.

Learn

Esports is a passion — we share it through our stories and creativity.

Panels

The Alberta Esports Expo is here to provide a platform for you, so let us help you show off. Whether you want to lead a presentation about your favourite esports moments, host a trivia show about which move beats which, give a tutorial on combos, or anything else you want to share, we’ll work to make it happen.

Academics

Esports grows as we learn and pass that knowledge onto those who come next. Come see what Albertan schools are doing to make esports thrive in Alberta.

Connect

The Alberta Esports Expo is made possible because of our united interest. Let’s get to know each other.

Community

The Alberta Esports Association is supported by many incredible communities for all kinds of esports. You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about these communities, and see how they operate as they take part in making Alberta Esports Expo incredible together.

Exhibitors

Esports brings together enthusiasts of all kinds, from fan artists to controller modifiers, and schools to LAN cafes. We welcome you to join our exhibitors space to sell your work, promote your business, and connect with us through a shared interest.

Hotel Discounts

We understand that there are people coming from all parts of Alberta for our event. To help buffer some of the costs associated with hotel stays, we have partnered with the Sandman Signature Downtown, Sandman West and, Chateau Lacombe to provide exclusive hotel rates for our event.

Afterparty at Brewhouse

The Canadian Brewhouse in Downtown Edmonton has been gracious enough to reserve a section in their venue, The Canadian Icehouse for AEE attendees which includes a complimentary drink ticket and free access to the Xbox and other gaming consoles available on site.

As we want to ensure attendees are drinking responsibly, please let us know if you require a ticket for transportation via Edmonton Transit System (ETS). We have partnered with ETS and the City of Edmonton on the Show Your Badge program to provide free public transportation for event attendees.

Passes are in limited quantities and must be obtained on-site to ensure these are provided to Alberta Esport Expo attendees.

And More To Come!

We’re working hard to make the Alberta Esports Expo the best it can be and we can’t wait to see you there. Please consider following our social media or checking back often as we will be revealing new and exciting features of the Alberta Esports Expo as the event draws nearer.