GAAM's History
Our track record of uniting the nerd/gaming community of Jacksonville goes back to 2012, with over 180 events and initiatives — art installations, in-person events, physical products, online activities and more.
Holiday Nerd Market goes TWO days
Enough crowdfunding and sponsorships to keep tickets free for attendees and give vendors refund options.
Corporate Rookie of the Year
Partnered with local companies such as VyStar and Community First to fundraise for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
GAAM x UNF Esports
GAAM adapts to COVID with online esports gaming events and competitions in partnership with UNF.
Space GAAM Show
Gained the support of multi-platinum Jay McGowan ("Whoot There It Is," "Space Jam") and expanded into the Schultz Center for the biggest art show yet.
ASL in Esports
First esports major to have ASL within grand finals livestream and on premises. GAAM Gladiators becomes the biggest esports event ever held in Jacksonville.
Gaming industry support
GAAM Show gains support from Microsoft, Sony Santa Monica, Nintendo, Yacht Club Games and more.
GAAM Show created
Launched in Jacksonville to over 300 gamers and nerds, raising thousands for Child’s Play via charity art auctions, with support from EA and Valve.