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The LI Retro Gaming Expo Returns August 8th-10th, 2025!
The Long Island Retro Gaming Expo returns to the Cradle of Aviation Museum this August 8th, 9th, and 10th. Tickets are available now for Weekend and Single Day passes as well as merchandise add-ons.
It is highly recommended to purchase your tickets online in advance before they sell out. All ticket sales are final.
Merchandise Add-ons
2024 brings two packages that can be added on to ANY ticket type!
- Merch Package:
- An LI Retro Water Bottle
- An Exclusive LI Retro 2024 T-Shirt
- A Collector’s Edition LI Retro 2024 Enamel Pin
- A special LI Retro sling backpack to stash all of your goodies
- Dreamcast Gamer Package (sponsored by VGNYSoft):
- Custom LI Retro Dreamcast Visual Memory Unit (VMU)
- Your choice of TWO brand new indie Dreamcast Games
- Blue Crush Music CD for Dreamcast
Merch Add-ons are only available via online sales and will end before the Expo begins.
Three-Day Weekend Pass
Experience all 3 days of the Long Island Retro Gaming Expo this August 9-11!
Online / At The Door Price
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Three-Day Weekend Pass (Adult) $54 / $58
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Three-Day Weekend Pass (Child) $32 / $35
Children 5 to 12
All prices INCLUDE New York State Sales Tax
Single Day Tickets
Friday August 9th - Single Day Ticket
Online / At The Door Price
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Friday Adult Ticket $33 / $36
(Vendor room will be open until 8pm)
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Friday Child Ticket $17 / $19
Children 5 to 12
All prices INCLUDE New York State Sales Tax
Saturday August 10th - Single Day Ticket
Online / At The Door Price
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Saturday Adult Ticket $41 / $44
(Vendor room will be open until 7pm)
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Saturday Child Ticket $22 / $24
Children 5 to 12
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Family 4 Pack Single Day $82 / $88
2 Adults and 2 Children 4 to 12
All prices INCLUDE New York State Sales Tax
Sunday August 11th - Single Day Ticket
Online / At The Door Price
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Sunday Adult Ticket $33 / $36
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Sunday Child Ticket $17 / $19
Children 5 to 12
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Family 4 Pack Single Day $82 / $88
2 Adults and 2 Children 4 to 12
All prices INCLUDE New York State Sales Tax
All Sales Final
Tickets at the Door
Tickets are available at the door.
The museum has 5 ticketing stations. During high traffic times 4 of these will be dedicated to Advance Ticket Holders.
Directions to LI Retro:
The Long Island Retro Gaming Expo is just a short trip away and easily accessible by car or public transportation.
Cradle of Aviation Address:
Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530
Take the Meadowbrook Parkway to exit M4, follow signs to Museum Row which will put you on Charles Lindbergh Blvd, stay on Charles Lindbergh Blvd. to the second traffic light and turn right into the parking lot.
Bus: The N16, N45, and N51 buses stop several blocks from the Museum at Nassau Community College.
Train: Take the LIRR to any of the following stations: Garden City, Mineola, and Westbury. Taxis or ride sharing apps are readily available from each.
Please scroll down on this page for a direct link to the LIRetro group rate at the Long Island Marriott.
Show Hours:
Friday, August 9th:
4pm – 10pm (Vendor Area open until 8pm)
Saturday, August 10th:
10am – 10pm (Vendor Area open until 7pm)
Sunday, August 11th:
10am – 5pm
Food Options:
The Cradle of Aviation has a cafe on site. Outside in front of the museum we are also welcoming the following food trucks:
- Coming Soon
Covid Policy:
Masks are strongly recommended to be worn at all times. There will be masks and sanitizer available to all attendees throughout the entire weekend. Our team will also be sanitizing play stations as often as possible.
Hotel Accomodations
Coming from out of town or prefer to stay close in proximity to the action of LI Retro? Attendees to LI Retro can take part at a special rate at the nearby Long Island Marriott Bonvoy. Enjoy luxurious accommodations fitting for players that want to game to the fullest.
