International Retro Computer Expo 2025

The International Retro Computer Expo, affectionately known as Boatfest after co-host John "Boatofcar" Shawler, returns for its fourth year at Social Event Space in Hurricane, West Virginia! Hosted by your friends from the Amigos Retro Gaming Youtube channel, it's a celebration for vintage computer enthusiasts from all over the world. Join us for a weekend full of gaming, talks, exhibits, trivia, and food!

Location: The International Retro Computer Expo is held in scenic downtown Hurricane, West Virginia, conveniently located five minutes from the Hurricane exit of I-64. It is located in the Social Event Space building on Main Street, 2833 Main St, Hurricane, WV 25526.  Flying in: Yeager International Airport (CRW) is the closest airport, and is approximately 40 minutes from Hurricane.  Lodging info: Closest hotels:  Hurricane Wyndam Hurricane Motel 6 Other nearby (~20 min) options include Holiday Inn Express Teays Valley

Food: There are many locally-owned restaurants less than a five minute walk from the event, including Sergios Italian and Steaks, Belknap Dough Company Pizza, and Main Street Creamery and Grill. Saturday evening's dinner will be catered by Thai Fusion. Pricing and meu for the catered dinner will be available on Friday. The event is less than 5 minutes from many fast food options as well. Auction Info: The auction will take place at 6:30pm on Saturday. Registration for bidders and to list items will be available at the venue. The auction is open to all IRC Expo attendees.

Schedule
Thursday
6pm - Setup for those bringing equipment.
Friday
9am-11pm - Gaming & Fun. Auction registration opens. 6pm - Amigos Live!
Saturday
9am-Doors Open, Auction Registration Opens 10am ARG 1pm-Presentation 2pm-Sprite Castle Live 3pm-Jeopardy! 6:00 Auction Registration Closes 6:20 - Spectrum High Score Winners Announced 6:30-Auction
Sunday
9am-3pm - Gaming, fun, teardown.