G2E 2026 UNITES THE GLOBAL GAMING INDUSTRY IN LAS VEGAS 

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LAS VEGAS (Oct. 1, 2026) — In its 26th year of being the industry’s premier gaming event, the Global Gaming Expo, presented by the American Gaming Association (AGA) and organized by RX, gathered gaming professionals from around the world at The Venetian Expo for a week of business, education, and connection.

This year’s strong attendance remained on par with previous years as it welcomed industry professionals from 120 countries, regions, and territories, and featured 400 exhibitors, and more than 100 education sessions with an all-new “Visionaries” track. Additional highlights included the return of the highly-anticipated and expanded G2E Dealer Championship, along with brand-new spaces including the Business Solutions & Tech Zone.

The education program brought timely industry conversations to the forefront such as industry-first technologies, AI solutions and responsibility, and the regulatory landscape. Beyond the show floor, G2E continued to be a valuable meeting place for industry leaders to hold conversations and make connections that shape the industry’s next decade.

“G2E’s success comes from bringing the gaming industry’s top talent together to exchange ideas, brainstorm opportunities, build relationships and address the hard questions,” said Bill Miller, President and CEO of the American Gaming Association. “This year’s event reflected that collaborative spirit and unity with conversations and exhibits that reached every corner of gaming and it was clear that all attendees shared the same commitment to moving the industry forward together.”

The week started out with Monday’s Main Stage session discussing tribal gaming and the pressures of prediction markets moderated by Jason Giles, Executive Director of the Indian Gaming Association (IGA). He sat down with David Bean, Chairman, Indian Gaming Association (IGA), Bill Miller, President and CEO, American Gaming Association (AGA), Holly Macarro, Tribal Advocate and Political Strategist, Federal Government Relations; Principal, The Angle and James Siva, Chairman, California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA) to examine why unity matters and how to effectively protect tribal gaming, sovereignty, and regulatory authority.

Tuesday morning kicked off with Bill Miller’s welcome remarks before three of gaming’s leading CEOs had a moderated discussion focusing on the current state of the industry across the U.S. and around the world. Emmy-Award winning journalist and CNBC correspondent Contessa Brewer guided the discussion on expansion both in Las Vegas and internationally, integrated resorts, technology, tourism and the forces shaping long-term growth alongside Bill Hornbuckle, CEO and President of MGM Resorts International, Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment and Craig Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts.

After the CEO discussion, Adam Greenblatt, CEO of BetMGM, hosted hockey legend Wayne Gretzky in a lively conversation abou  what it truly takes to achieve greatness.

For the first time, G2E hosted a bonus Main Stage session on the united front against prediction markets that provided insights from leaders with unique points of view including Gwen Mills, President, UNITE HERE, Rodney Butler, Chairman, Mashantucket Pequot, Rep. Steven Horsford, Nevada Congressman and Bill Miller, President and CEO, American Gaming Association.

On Wednesday, Global Gaming Women hosted activist Elizabeth Smart, for a discussion moderated by Meghan Speranzo, Global Gaming Women’s Co-Chair of Mentorship, in a meaningful conversation on resilience after adversity and what it means for professionals, especially women, to show up.

This year also hosted the second G2E Dealer Championship, following a highly successful U.S. debut in 2025. 50 dealers from North America including contestants from Canada and Mexico competed for the coveted title of “Best Dealer.” Emely Pascual-Alvarez of Mohegan Sun was crowned champion and earned a $5,000 cash prize along with a share of cash prizes awarded to the top three finishers. The G2E Dealer Championship is presented with the support of title sponsors TCSJOHNHUXLEY and Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel, featured sponsors “Bee” - The United States Playing Card Company, Galaxy Gaming, Cintas, Cambridge Design, Gasser Chair, GPI - Gaming Partners International, The Hippodrome Casino, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, along with supporting sponsor, Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers and advisory sponsor, European Gaming Association.

G2E has announced future dates and will once again bring the global gaming community together at The Venetian Expo, including:

    ●      G2E 2027: September 28 - September 30  (education beginning on Sept. 27)

    ●      G2E 2028: October 10 - October 12 (education beginning on Oct. 9)

    ●      G2E 2029: October 9 - 11 (education beginning on Oct. 8)

For 26 years, G2E has served as the premier global event for the legal, regulated gaming industry, fostering innovation and driving growth across casinos, hospitality, technology, iGaming, sports betting and more. 

Kirvin Doak Communications
G2E@kirvindoak.com

G2E is the world's premier gathering of the global casino gaming community in Las Vegas. For 25 years, G2E has served as the catalyst for gaming’s growth and innovation by convening the industry to define tomorrow. 

As the national trade group representing the U.S. casino industry, the American Gaming Association (AGA) fosters a policy and business environment where legal, regulated gaming thrives. The AGA’s diverse membership of commercial and tribal casino operators, sports betting and iGaming companies, gaming suppliers, and more lead the $329 billion industry and support 1.8 million jobs across the country.

RX is in the business of building businesses for individuals, communities, and organizations. We elevate the power of face-to-face events by combining data and digital products to help customers learn about markets, source products and complete transactions at over 400 events in 22 countries across 43 industry sectors. RX is passionate about making a positive impact on society and is fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.