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June 28, 2024

Palmer Events Center to Host Classic Game Fest, Jurassic Quest, and More in July

City of Austin

For Immediate Release

Release Date:

June 28, 2024

Contact:

Derick Hackett or Terri McBride

AUSTIN, Texas – The Palmer Events Center will host nine events during the month of July, including Classic Game Fest, Jurassic Quest, and three private events, among others.

The Hall of Fame Dance Challenge will take place at the Palmer Events Center June 27-July 2. This Austin Nationals event features a Solo and Duet/Trio Showdown, the National League and Little League World Series, and American League World Series competitions.

Jurassic Quest takes place at the Palmer Events Center July 5-8, featuring one of the most realistic and immersive dinosaur experiences in America. Attendees can participate in activities such as digging for fossils, riding a dino, and much more.

Texas Roller Derby will return to the Palmer Events Center on July 13 for a bout of banked track roller derby between the Holy Rollers and the Putas Del Fuego. Game time is set for 6 p.m.

City-Wide Vintage Sale will take place July 13-14, where attendees can find all sorts of vintage treasures. Doors are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Classic Game Fest takes place at the Palmer Events Center July 19-21, where classic game enthusiasts can find classic video games and consoles, compete in tournaments, buy gaming merchandise, and more.

The Body Mind Spirit Celebration takes place at the Palmer Events Center July 27-28. This event is for anyone who wants to see personal growth through learning about the human body, mind and spirit.

The monthly event calendar for the Palmer Events Center can be found at www.palmereventscenter.com and more information about the Austin Convention Center Department’s safety procedures can be found here.


This news release was written by Max Neale, a 2024 Austin High School intern at the Austin Convention Center Department.

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