# District Arcade

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 14 · 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
- Ages: Middle School, High School and Adults
- Price: Free
- Organizer: IGDA DC (International Game Developers Association) with DC Public Library
- Official page: https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/district-arcade/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Local game makers from Maryland, Virginia and DC set up more than 40 games for anyone to play at the downtown Martin Luther King Jr. library. The free showcase welcomes families and anyone curious about how games are made.

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