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FPF2024 dates?
« on: January 24, 2024, 12:00:02 PM »
As seems to be tradition, here I am with an early inquiry on whether we have target dates for FPF 2024.  I have to do a lot of long term planning (particularly with work trips and projects) so I want to be sure to keep the right dates free.

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2024, 12:43:31 PM »
generally always the weekend before thanksgiving.
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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #2 on: January 24, 2024, 01:17:00 PM »
That was my guess, was just looking for confirmation, thanks.

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #3 on: January 24, 2024, 01:32:00 PM »
That was my guess, was just looking for confirmation, thanks.

you will have to wait for confirmation, Rumor is same place, same time.

but i will defer to the show organizers for an update. ( I am not on the board anymore, I retired for now to focus on my Twitch Stream and the Retro Computer Zone)
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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #4 on: February 08, 2024, 10:05:06 PM »
Stern today posted a list of their events and it said Free Play TBD, but also noted it as in Orlando this year

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #5 on: February 09, 2024, 10:09:06 AM »
Info will be coming soon, we are working out the details now...........

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #6 on: March 08, 2024, 09:02:20 AM »
Received this via email yesterday, and since no one else posted it yet...

Free Play Florida Returns!


Get ready for the ultimate Pinball, Arcade, and Retrogaming Experience because your favorite expo, Free Play Florida, is back this fall on November 22nd-24th! With a jam-packed weekend full of games, tournaments, nostalgia, special guests, and unforgettable memories brought to you by Byte Amusement Group, Inc., you won't want to miss out on this incredible event. So mark your calendars and get ready to level up your gaming skills at Free Play Florida 2024!


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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #7 on: March 08, 2024, 10:30:14 AM »
Already Booked my Rooms!
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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #8 on: March 08, 2024, 09:35:58 PM »
INFO IS UP!!!!!!!  More to come! ..........

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #9 on: March 09, 2024, 10:03:26 AM »
Nice, hope to make it this year, and do like the location.

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #10 on: September 09, 2024, 07:16:56 AM »
Our tickets are purchased and room reserved.  Can't wait!
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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #11 on: September 16, 2024, 07:45:00 PM »
Hoodie Pre-Orders are up!  Will not be selling these at the show, pre orders only!

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #12 on: September 16, 2024, 09:11:54 PM »
That place has the best air conditioning I have experienced. These goodies are a solid investment!

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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #13 on: October 21, 2024, 08:11:10 PM »
Any map out there of the complex for laoding procedures for those bringing games? I missed last year so im unfamiliar
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Re: FPF2024 dates?
« Reply #14 on: October 22, 2024, 09:21:09 AM »
Any map out there of the complex for laoding procedures for those bringing games? I missed last year so im unfamiliar

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