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Relive the Golden Age of Gaming at the CCS Video Game Expo: Sonic Boom! Bring your family, friends, and retro gaming spirit for a weekend full of nostalgia, fun, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re chasing high scores in the arcade or challenging your kids to a friendly competition, this event is for every gaming enthusiast!
🗓️ Date & Time: January 25, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Charlie’s Collectible Show, 6009 Memorial Dr Unit 14, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
FREE Entry, FREE Gaming
Special Guest Meet & Greet:
⭐️ Jason Griffith: The Voice of Sonic & Shadow! – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Catch Jason Griffith, who brought Sonic and Shadow to life in the 2005-2010 games. Meet the voice behind the speed and mystery of your favorite characters!
⭐️ Pete Capella: The Voice of Silver the Hedgehog! – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Meet Sonic Legend Pete Capella, the iconic voice behind your favorite blue hedgehog. Bring your collectibles for signing and enjoy.
🥂 Sonic Speed VIP Brunch with Jason Griffith & Pete Capella 🕙 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Start your morning with an unforgettable VIP brunch with Jason Griffith & Pete Capella! Enjoy exclusive access to a meet-and-greet, a group photo, and a chance to chill with these iconic voice actors. Plus, you’ll get front-line signing access and some special surprises that will make any Sonic fan’s heart race!
🎟️ VIP Brunch Experience: $100 – Spots are limited! Secure your pass by emailing us at collab@charliescollectibleshow.com! 🌟
Interactive Gaming Zones:
🎮 Retro Arcade Corner – All Day!
Come Play your favorite Arcade games like Street fighter alpha 3, Marvel vs Capcom 2, Pac-man, Galaga, NBA jam and more! Compete for High-Score Prizes throughout the day!
🎮 Console Nostalgia Zone – All Day!
Relive your childhood with NES, Sega Genesis, and more! Grab a controller for multiplayer fun with games like Mario Kart, Kirby, Smash brothers, Sonic and GoldenEye 007.
🎮 Pinball Alley – All Day!
Hit the flippers and go for the high score on some exciting themed Pinball machines! Featuring the classic Street fighter 2 Pinball game! Play some classic pinball and Climb the leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights!
Competitions & Tournaments:
🏆 Retro Game Showdown – 12:00pm
Compete in Tetris, Mario Kart, and Sonic the Hedgehog. Family brackets available for nostalgic parent-kid battles!
🏆 Smash Brothers Tournament held by Geeks United – 2:00pm
Show your skills in this epic Super Smash showdown! Choose your character and go all out for all the glory and prizes to the winner and runner up!
Workshop:
🛠️ Build Your Own PC Workshop – Time TBD
Get a hands-on experience building a custom gaming PC with Lan Atlanta! Learn how each component fits together and ask all your burning questions about creating your dream build. Whether you’re a gamer, streamer, or just love tech, this workshop is perfect for you!
Photo Opportunities:
📸 90s Living Room Photo Area – All Day!
Snap retro-style pics in our 90s living room setup with vintage gaming posters, beanbags, and old TVs playing retro games. Props like oversized controllers and pixelated accessories are included!
📸 Life-Size Arcade Cabinet Photo Booth – All Day!
Strike a pose at the giant arcade cabinet sponsored by JZD Photography! Perfect for group shots or cosplay pics, with pro photography to capture the fun.
💎 Collector Showcase – All Day!
Show off your rarest games, consoles, and memorabilia in our Collector Showcase, and compete for the “Most Nostalgic” Award!
Shopping Experience:
🛍 Pop-Up Gaming Market – All Day!
Explore a unique variety of 60+ CCS vendors offering video games, collectibles, and limited-edition art. Don’t Miss This Gamer’s Paradise!
🛍 Trade-In Corner – All Day!
Swap, trade, or sell your old games and consoles for new treasures!
Want to join as a Vendor? 👉 Apply here!
Limited spots are available!
Dust off your gaming skills, bring your family and prepare for a weekend of active, fun, and noisy gaming energy. Whether you’re here to play, shop, or compete, CCS Video Game Expo: Sonic Boom! is the ultimate celebration for gamers!
See you on January 25th—and let’s relive the golden age of gaming together! 🎮✨