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Trade Show Arcade Hire

Premium Arcade Machines & Interactive Games for Trade Show Stands Across the UK

Our Trade Show Arcade Hire service provides exhibitors with high-impact arcade machines that attract attention, increase footfall and create memorable moments on the stand. These games give your team more opportunities to speak with visitors, collect leads and demonstrate products in a relaxed, engaging environment.

Whether you’re exhibiting at ExCeL London, the NEC, Olympia or any major UK venue, our arcade machines are exhibition-ready, compact, reliable and designed for all-day performance.


Why Arcade Machines Are Perfect for Trade Shows

Trade shows demand instant engagement. Visitors move quickly, and exhibitors need standout features that stop people in their tracks. Arcade machines provide movement, sound and competitive gameplay — all of which naturally pull crowds toward your stand.

By adding arcade games to your display, you benefit from:

• Strong visual attraction
• Increased dwell time
• More natural conversations
• Better brand recall
• A relaxed environment for networking
• Increased badge scans and lead volume
• A fun atmosphere that sets your stand apart

They turn your stand into a destination instead of a passing point.


Create a High-Engagement Stand

Arcade machines encourage visitors to stay longer, talk more and interact with your team while playing. They serve as an effective ice-breaker, making it easier for your staff to introduce products, collect information or set up demos.

Visitors often return multiple times to beat high scores or compete with colleagues, giving your brand repeated exposure throughout the day.


Our Most Popular Trade Show Arcade Machines

We supply a curated selection of arcade machines chosen specifically for exhibition environments.

Retro Arcade Machines

Timeless classics that attract visitors of all ages.
Examples include:
• Pac-Man
• Donkey Kong
• Street Fighter
• Space Invaders
• 1,000+ game retro multi-cabs

These machines blend nostalgia with fun, making them perfect for stand engagement.

Sports & Skill-Based Games

Fast, competitive games that encourage repeat interaction.
• Basketball arcades
• Boxing machines
• Air hockey tables
• Football tables
• Pool tables

These games often generate queues, giving your team more chances to engage visitors.

Driving & Racing Games

High-energy attractions that draw attention from across the hall.
• Twin racing simulators
• Single-seat racing arcades
• Steering-wheel driving cabinets

Great for competitions, branded tournaments and product messaging.

Prize & Giveaway Machines

Ideal for promotional stands and product launches.
• Prize cranes
• Mini claw machines
• Gashapon capsule machines
• Capsule giveaway towers

These machines are perfect for distributing branded merchandise or running prize competitions.


Branded Arcade Machines for Trade Shows

We offer full custom branding on almost all arcade machines, allowing you to integrate them seamlessly into your stand design.

Branding options include:

• Full vinyl wraps
• Logo and colour integration
• Fully branded arcade cabinets
• Branded prize capsules
• On-screen attract animations
• Campaign-specific artwork
• QR codes for competitions or lead capture

A branded arcade machine becomes a bold promotional centrepiece that amplifies your identity.


Competition & Leaderboard Options

Trade shows thrive on competition. We can supply:

• Leaderboards
• Highest-score challenges
• Timed tournaments
• Prize giveaways for top performers

These features encourage visitors to stay longer and return throughout the day, helping you maintain stand traffic.


Lead Generation Made Easy

Interactive games create natural points of conversation. While visitors play, your team gains the perfect opportunity to introduce the brand, collect leads or qualify prospects without pressure.

We can integrate:

• Scan-to-play mechanics
• QR-linked data capture pages
• Score-based prize draws
• Registration-required competitions
• Digital leaderboards with branded landing pages

These methods convert fun into measurable results.


Ideal for All Trade Show Venues

We deliver arcade machines to all major UK trade show centres, including:

• ExCeL London
• Olympia London
• NEC Birmingham
• Manchester Central
• Business Design Centre
• SEC Glasgow
• Coventry Building Society Arena
• Telford International Centre

We are fully familiar with logistics, access rules, build schedules and loading bay procedures for every major venue.


Suitable for All Exhibitor Types

Our arcade machines are regularly hired by:

• Tech companies
• Finance & fintech brands
• Universities & education providers
• Retail and consumer brands
• Marketing agencies
• Start-ups
• Automotive companies
• Public sector exhibitors
• Healthcare & pharma brands

Whether your stand is compact or a multi-island build, we have options to suit your layout.


Stress-Free Delivery, Setup & Breakdown

We handle the entire process. Your machines arrive:

• Delivered on time
• Installed professionally
• Tested and prepared for the floor
• Ready for immediate use

After the show, we return to dismantle and collect — no work required from your team.


Nationwide Trade Show Arcade Machine Hire

We cover the entire UK including:

• London
• Birmingham
• Manchester
• Leeds
• Liverpool
• Glasgow
• Edinburgh
• Bristol
• Cardiff

Multi-event tours, brand roadshows and nationwide marketing campaigns are also available.


Visit Boutique Party Hire

For a wider selection of arcade machines, branded games and promotional activations, visit Boutique Party Hire, our main corporate events website.


Book Trade Show Arcade Hire

Ready to elevate your trade show stand with interactive arcade machines?
We can recommend the best options for your stand size and objectives.

Email: info@boutiquepartyhire.co.uk
Call: 0208 087 3788