ORIGINS TRADE DAY
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Retailer Summit is a full‑day gathering exclusively for GAMA Member retailers ready to elevate the customer journey. Through energizing mainstage sessions, hands‑on workshops, sponsor spotlights, and focused breakouts, attendees explore the psychology of play, unforgettable in‑store experiences, and the systems behind great service. From store design and staff training to digital presence and community building, retailers leave with practical strategies, new connections, and a clear plan to turn shoppers into loyal advocates.
Retailer & Media Game Night - 7pm to 9pm
Located in the exhibit hall
The program will feature 40+ tables of publishers showing off their latest products along with some refreshments for attendees. As this event is being held in the exhibit hall, you must enter through the doors in the back of Hall C near the Open Gaming/Library.
To enter you must have a badge along with a GAMA member ribbon, which are available at the Member Registration Booth on the Second Floor of A-Pod, or a media badge. There will be no exceptions as the hall is still being set up for the show and we need to regulate access to this part of the convention center.
THURSDAY (June 18)
Early Exhibit Hall Admission – 9am to 10am
Staging Area Near Hall A Entrance
GAMA Members and attending media are allowed into the exhibit hall an hour early on Thursday. Please line up near the front entrance to Hall A starting at 8:30am. You must have your show badge and member ribbon or media badge to enter during this time. GAMA staff and security personnel will be on hand to check badge and answer questions.
Trade Day Registration
GAMA members can attend Origins Trade Days for FREE. Each company receives two complimentary badges as a benefit of membership. Please note, these badges are in addition to badges Exhibitors receive for being in the exhibit hall. Trade Day attendees are welcome to stay for the rest of Origins as part of their badge at no additional cost! You must register in advance to participate in this program. Tickets can be obtained here.
COMPLIMENTARY BADGES
The best part is GAMA members can attend Origins Trade Days for FREE. Each company receives two complimentary badges as a benefit of membership. Please note, these badges are in addition to badges Exhibitors receive for being in the exhibit hall.
GAMA MEMBER’S LOUNGE
GAMA Member’s Lounge will be open throughout Origins to provide a space for members to network, conduct business and hang out during the show. Please note that this area is designated as alcohol free to provide an alternative to the Big Bar on 2 for industry members to conduct business.