Check Out NYC's First-Ever Video Game Festival
Briefly

New York City is hosting its inaugural Video Game Festival, offering free gaming activities, esports tournaments, and educational resources aimed at kids and teenagers. The event, organized by the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment with NYC Public Schools, includes competitions in Minecraft, Fortnite, and Valorant, alongside interactive exhibits and a career fair focused on game design. The festival aims to connect youth to the growing digital gaming industry and supports future tech career pathways with over $1 million in funding dedicated to training programs.
The festival is part of the city's wider effort to invest in tech education and career pathways, recently dedicating over $1 million to digital game training.
Families can explore NYC's growing digital gaming scene, showcasing how serious gamers can consider future careers in game design and tech.
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