Mario Dojo
Gameplay:
Players of all skill levels are invited to take part in a single-elimination sequence of Mario games to compete for fun—and bragging rights! Aim to win in all three games, like Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Maker™ 2, in this winner-moves-on competition. The final game will be played on a showdown stage with three other finalists.
Character meet and greets:
Take a photo with Mario & Luigi or Princess Peach or Yoshi.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Gameplay:
Try the upcoming Super Mario Bros.™ Wonder game for the Nintendo Switch system, available to play for the first time!
Photo Op:
In the Super Mario Bros. Wonder game, classic Mario side-scrolling gameplay is turned on its head with the addition of Wonder Flowers—game-changing items that trigger spectacular in-game moments. At the event, snap a picture in a scene that demonstrates Wonder Flower power!
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Gameplay:
Explore Hyrule and try Link’s abilities in the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game for the Nintendo Switch system.
Photo Op:
Take a photo with a statue of Link or the decayed Master Sword.
Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet
Gameplay:
Try the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games for the Nintendo Switch system.
Battle Lab:
Learn the basics of Pokémon gameplay, challenge the on-site Professor to a battle, or even take on a Tera Raid using your own Nintendo Switch system if you’re up for it!
Experience:
Explore the Pokémon history showcase, spotlighting the games and more going back to the series’ debut in 1996.
Character meet and greets:
Take a photo with Pikachu, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, or Quaxly.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Gameplay:
Try the Kirby and the Forgotten Land or the Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe games for the Nintendo Switch system.
Experience:
Stroll through an immersive experience where you can take photos of sculptures inspired by Kirby and the Forgotten Land.
Character meet and greet:
Take a photo with Kirby.
Pikmin 4
Gameplay:
Try the Pikmin 4 game for the Nintendo Switch system.
Explore:
Snap photos and check out interactive kiosks to learn more about the pint-sized, plantlike creatures from Pikmin 4.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Explore:
Snap photos as you relax among the trees, tent, and camp site in an island-themed space.
Bring your own Nintendo Switch:
Choose from an available selection of Animal Crossing series amiibo™ cards to invite an animal resident for coffee at The Roost or to snap photos together at the studio on Harv’s Island.
Character meet and greets:
Take a photo with Tom Nook, Isabelle, or KK Slider.
Splatoon 3
Gameplay:
Try a Turf War battle or a Salmon Run in the Splatoon 3 game for the Nintendo Switch system.
Experience:
Explore game-inspired sculptures and scenery. Don’t forget to make your mark on the coloring wall!
Photo Op:
Celebrate the Splatoon 3 game’s one-year anniversary with a photo featuring Shiver, Frye, and Big Man.
Character meet and greet:
Take a photo with Inkling.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Gameplay:
Battle it out with each other in the Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate game for the Nintendo Switch system.
Learn:
Get instructed in the basics of brawling so you can comfortably jump into the game for the first time.
Mini Stage:
Take the stage for fun gameplay challenges in this hosted event.
Photo Op:
Walk along the extended mural artwork inspired by the game, featuring the complete character roster.
Nintendo Switch Online Classic Games
Gameplay:
Take a totally tubular trip back in time and check out some classic games! Introduce your family or simply re-experience games like Donkey Kong™, Super Mario Bros.™, and more on the Nintendo Switch system.
Photo Op:
Snap a throwback photo in a retro-themed living room-style space.
LEGO® King-Sized Bowser™
Activity:
Experience this mighty, moving build that stands at 14 feet tall and is made of over 663,000 LEGO bricks.
LEGO® Super Mario™
Activity:
Kids 6+ can make their own LEGO Yoshi to bring home.
Activity:
Discover different ways to build and play with guided demonstrations from one of the LEGO Super Mario Designers.
Super Mario Bros. Plumbing Van
Photo Op:
Grab a photo with the Super Mario Bros. Plumbing Van from "The Super Mario Bros. Movie."
Disney Illusion Island
Gameplay:
Try the Disney Illusion Island game for the Nintendo Switch system.
LEGO® 2K Drive
Gameplay:
Try the LEGO 2K Drive game for the Nintendo Switch system.
Just Dance® 2023 Edition
Gameplay:
Try the Just Dance 2023 Edition game for the Nintendo Switch system.
The Legend of Zelda Orchestra
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 11 a.m. PT
Monday: 10:30 a.m. PT
The Legend of Zelda Orchestra in concert will celebrate the music of these iconic games loved by fans around the world.
A selection of music from the Legend of Zelda series will be performed live by a 50-piece orchestra, conducted by James Olmstead, accompanied by game footage.
One seat per Warp Pipe Pass. Children 6 and under do not require their own Warp Pipe Pass and may accompany a parent or guardian with a valid Warp Pipe Pass. Limit one accompanying child per Warp Pipe Pass.
Super Mario Super Big Band
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 1 p.m. PT
Monday: 12:30 p.m. PT
Bop along to the 18-piece Super Mario Super Big Band, making its debut at Nintendo Live 2023! This performance, conducted by James Olmstead, will feature music from games featuring Mario and showcase game footage with many characters from the Super Mario game series. Enjoy a musical and video celebration for fans of all ages.
One seat per Warp Pipe Pass. Children 6 and under do not require their own Warp Pipe Pass and may accompany a parent or guardian with a valid Warp Pipe Pass. Limit one accompanying child per Warp Pipe Pass.
Event map
Download event map (PDF)
*Full version of game required to use DLC. Sold separately.
**NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Tournaments are open to legal residents of the US who have a valid Nintendo Live 2023 entry ticket for tournament day. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Qualifier at Nintendo Live and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Squad Strike Challenge are open to ages 13+; Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo + me Exhibition 2023 is open to ages 10 -16 and requires players to bring an amiibo accessory. Registration opens at 7:00 PM PT on 8/3/23. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Championship 2023 Qualifier at Nintendo Live registration will be available until 9:00 PM PT on 9/1/23 or until 192 players have registered. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Championship 2023 Qualifier at Nintendo Live tournament begins 11:30 AM PT and ends 2:00 PM PT on 9/2/23, has a total of 48 winners (8 Grand Prize and 40 First Prize), and total prize ARV is $1,680. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Squad Strike tournament registration will be available until 8/31/23 or until 256 players have registered. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Squad Strike tournament begins 12:00 PM PT and ends at approximately 6:00 PM PT on 9/1/23, has a total of 8 winners (1 Grand Prize, 1 First Prize, 2 Second Prize and 4 Third Prize) and total prize ARV is $680. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo + me Exhibition 2023 tournament registration will be available until 9:00 PM PT on 9/2/23 or until 64 players have registered. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo + me Exhibition 2023 tournament begins 12:00 PM PT and ends at approximately 6:00 PM PT on 9/1/23, has a total of 8 winners (1 Grand Prize, 1 First Prize, 2 Second Prize and 4 Third Prize), and total prize ARV is $680. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo + me Exhibition 2023 Tournament begins 1:00 PM PT and ends 6:00 PM PT on 9/3/23, has a total of 8 winners (1 Grand Prize, 1 First Prize, 2 Second Prize and 4 Third Prize), and total prize ARV is $5,276. The Grand Prize winner of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo + me Exhibition 2023 will receive a trip for 4 to Universal Studios Hollywood to experience the new SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, 3 nights lodging, round trip airfare, 2-day general admission tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood, 1 trophy and 1 commemorative coin (ARV $4,756 US). The following winners will receive a trophy and commemorative coin (ARV $160 each): (i) Grand Prize winner of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Qualifier at Nintendo Live; (ii) Grand Prize, First Prize, and Second Prize winners of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Squad Strike Challenge; and (iii) First Prize and Second Prize Winner of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo + me Exhibition 2023. The following winners will receive a commemorative coin (ARV $10 each): (i) First Prize winners from Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Qualifier at Nintendo Live, and (ii) Third Prize winners from both from both Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournaments. Skill of participating players determines the winner(s). See Official Rules for details and restrictions: https://nintendo.com/events/rules/mario-kart-8-deluxe-championship-2023-qualifier-nintendo-live, https://nintendo.com/events/rules/super-smash-bros-ultimate-squad-strike-challenge-2023/, https://nintendo.com/events/rules/super-smash-bros-ultimate-amiibo-exhibition-2023/. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052.