Plus Arcade Cosplay Contest

Plus Arcade is more than just a gaming event—it’s a cultural movement.

Founded by Jabari Alii a lifelong gamer designer and event curator Plus Arcade was born from the energy of legendary game nights—where Spades and Taboo mixed with video games hip-hop and high vibes. For years Jabari hosted these social game nights with friends where an eclectic mix of people came together to drink laugh play games and just vibe.

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People loved it. They always asked “When’s the next one?”

It became clear that this was something bigger. It wasn’t just about gaming—it was about creating an experience where Black nerd culture music art fashion & cosplay and gaming all came together in one space. That’s how Plus Arcade was born.

Join us for a fusion of gaming cosplay arts and music all night in the heart of Downtown Oakland!

$400 gaming tournament prizes

$600 in cosplay contest prizes

Experience Living Art, delicious cocktails, and a safe haven for nerds across the Bay to come together for an unforgettable evening enjoying the nerd vibes guilt free!

Sign up for the cosplay competition here. It is first-come-first-serve to the first 30 people!

Host or Publisher Plus Arcade