id Software has revealed that they will now be hosting QuakeCon 2009 in Gaylord (seriously), Texas, just north of Dallas. The four-day even will occure over the previously scheduled dates of August 13-16, 2009. The Gaylord Hotel was the site of two past QuakeCon events in 2004 and 2005.  As always, the event is free and open to the public.

“The Gaylord Texan is a perfect venue for QuakeCon and we’re excited to have even more space and greater resources to deliver a bigger BYOC, better exhibitor area, and totally new events and entertainment for everyone that joins in the excitement,” said Todd Hollenshead, president of id Software.  “We know the magnitude of this announcement, but we haven’t lost a step in planning for the biggest and best QuakeCon yet.”

QuakeCon is one of the larger LAN parties in Nort America and currently has spots for 3,000 gamers to hook up their systems. There will also be tournaments, prizes and QUAKE LIVE action. More information on the even after the jump.

From the press release:

Whether you come for the BYOC and competitions, or just stop by to get a peek at the games people will be talking about next year, QuakeCon offers non-stop fun and entertainment.  The world’s leading gaming and technology companies will be on hand to showcase their latest hardware and software in the exhibit hall, including exclusive looks at id Software’s own anticipated games Wolfenstein and RAGE.  In addition to the pro tournament prize money, more than $60,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded to lucky attendees through various contests and drawings, and every day of QuakeCon will be packed with activities, announcements and parties.

Attendees who made reservations at the Hilton Anatole Hotel will have their reservation at the Anatole automatically cancelled, and will be required to make a new reservation at the Gaylord Texan at an equal or lesser rate.  id Software and The Gaylord Texan are in the process of finalizing the transition of venue, and the hotel will begin taking room reservations for QuakeCon 2009 very shortly – please continue to check www.quakecon.org for more information on when and how to make reservations.  Pre-registering for QuakeCon 2009 is recommended for reserving a seat in the BYOC, but QuakeCon is open to the public and free for all attendees. 

More exciting details and announcements about QuakeCon 2009 will follow.  Visit www.quakecon.org to get the latest information. 

Companies interested in receiving information on sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities should email sponsors@quakecon.org.