From massive fan expos to industry-only networking events, 2026 is shaping up to be a packed year for the gaming world. Major publishers, indie developers, and content creators alike will have plenty of opportunities to showcase new projects, connect with audiences, and explore the future of interactive entertainment.
Whether you're planning to attend in person or just want to keep track of major announcements, this calendar highlights the most important gaming events scheduled throughout the year.
As more events are announced, they will be listed here.
January 2026 Events
January kicks off the year with a mix of technology showcases and early gaming industry gatherings. While not every event is strictly gaming-focused, many of them set the tone for trends, hardware announcements, and upcoming releases that will shape the rest of the year.
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Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 |
January 6-9 |
Las Vegas Convention Center, Winchester, Nevada |
No |
- |
|
The New York Game Awards 2026 |
January 17-18 |
SVA Theater, Manhattan, New York |
Yes |
- |
|
Pocket Gamer Connects 2026 |
January 19-20 |
The Brewery, London, UK |
Yes |
3,000 |
|
Taipei Game Showcase 2026 |
January 29-February 01 |
Tapei Nangang Exhibition Center, Taiwan |
Yes |
- |
February 2026 Events
February continues the momentum with a variety of festivals and conferences that cater to both indie developers and industry professionals. These events often emphasize networking, education, and early-year collaboration within the gaming space.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Game Anglia Festival 2026 |
February 06, 10:30 AM |
University of Suffolk, Ipswich, England |
Yes |
500-1,000 |
|
D.I.C.E Summit 2026 |
February 10-12 |
ARIA Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada |
No |
500 to 900 |
|
Yorkshire Game Festival 2026 |
February 11-22 |
National Science and Media Museum, Bradford |
Yes |
3,000-10,000 |
|
Copenhagen Gaming Week 2026 |
February 12-14 |
Bella center, Copenhagen, Denmark |
Yes |
30,000 |
|
DevMix: London 2026 |
February 19 |
Rich Mix, London |
No |
1,000-3,000 |
|
Guildford Games Festival 2026 |
February 20 |
G Live, Guildford, UK |
Yes |
- |
March 2026 Events
March is one of the busiest months of the year for gaming events, featuring some of the industry's most influential conferences. From developer-focused gatherings to large-scale fan conventions, this month offers a wide range of opportunities to experience the gaming world firsthand.
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Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
UKIE Conference 2026 |
March 05 |
Glaziers Hall, London |
No |
- |
|
March 9-13 |
Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA |
No |
29,000 |
|
|
Digital Gaming India Expo 2026 |
March 23-25 |
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India |
No |
500-1,000 |
|
Africa Gaming Expo 2026 |
March 24-27 |
Lagos, Nigeria |
No |
12,500 |
|
Women in Games Careers Expo 2026 |
March 26 |
Online |
Yes |
1,000-3,000 |
|
PAX East 2026 |
March 26-29 |
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, MA |
Yes |
130,000 |
April 2026 Events
As spring begins, April brings a mix of international festivals, industry summits, and prestigious award ceremonies. This is a key time for both celebrating achievements in gaming and building momentum ahead of the summer showcase season.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CartoonNext 2026 |
April 08-10 |
Marseille, France |
No |
100-500 |
|
London Games Festival 2026 |
April 13-19 |
London, UK |
Yes |
100,000 |
|
Gamesforum Cyprus 2026 |
April 15-16 |
Parklane, Limassol, Cyprus |
No |
200 |
|
BAFTA Games Awards |
April 17 |
Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, UK |
No |
- |
|
iicon 2026 |
April 27-30 |
Fountainebleau Las Vegas |
No |
|
|
Live Service Gaming Summit 2026 North America |
April 28-29 |
Austin, Texas |
No |
- |
|
Gamescom Latam 2026 |
April 29-May 03 |
São Paulo, Brazil |
Yes |
150,000-200,000 |
May 2026 Events
May features a strong lineup of global events, with a particular focus on indie games, regional development scenes, and international collaboration. It’s a month where creativity and experimentation often take center stage.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Madeira Games Summit 2026 |
May 07-08 |
Savoy, Palace, Funchal, Portugal |
No |
- |
|
A Maze. Berlin 2026 |
May 13-16 |
Berlin, Germany |
Yes |
- |
|
BitSummit 2026 |
May 22-24 |
Miyako Messe, Kyoto, Japan |
Yes |
60,000 |
|
Nordic Game 2026 |
May 26-29 |
Slaghuset, Malmo, Sweden |
No |
3,000 |
|
May 30-31 |
Rotterdam Ahkoy, Rotterdam, Netherlands |
Yes |
10,000-15,000 |
June 2026 Events
June marks the beginning of the summer showcase season, traditionally one of the most exciting times of the year for gaming announcements. Major reveals, livestreams, and global presentations dominate this period.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
June 05-08 |
Dolby Theater, Los Angeles |
Yes, June 5th only (online) |
50 Million Streams |
|
|
Game Music Festival 2026 |
June 06-27 |
London |
Yes |
- |
|
Gamesforum Hamburg 2026 |
June 09-10 |
Hamburg, Germany |
No |
700 |
|
Liv Game Summit 2026 |
June 10 AM-8 PM |
Liverpool, UK |
Yes |
- |
|
Serious Play Europe |
June 18-19 |
Mainz, Germany |
No |
- |
July 2026 Events
Compared to other months, July is relatively quieter, but it still hosts important industry gatherings that focus on development, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Develop:Brighton 2026 |
July 14-16 |
Brighton, UK |
Conference & Free Expo |
3,000 |
August 2026 Events
August is one of the biggest months in the gaming calendar, largely thanks to Gamescom. This period attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees and serves as a major platform for announcements, demos, and hands-on experiences.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Gamescom Dev 2026 |
August 23-25 |
Cologne, Germany |
No |
- |
|
Gamescom 2026 |
August 26-30 |
Cologne, Germany |
Yes, with tickets |
335,000-350,000 |
September 2026 Events
September continues the momentum with a mix of business-focused summits and major international expos. It’s also home to one of the most influential gaming events in Asia.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Gamesforum London 2026 |
September 07-08 |
London, UK |
No |
- |
|
Live Service Gaming Summit Europe |
September 08-09 |
London, UK |
No |
- |
|
Tokyo Game Show (TGS) |
September 19-21 |
Chiba, Japan |
Yes |
300,000 |
|
Game Devs of Color Expo 2026 |
September 22-25 |
Online |
Yes |
1.200 |
October 2026 Events
October offers a mix of regional conferences and rapidly growing international events. These gatherings often highlight emerging markets and new opportunities within the gaming industry.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mobidictum Conference 2026 |
October 07-08 |
Istanbul, Turkiye |
Yes |
- |
|
Game Republic New Horizons 2026 |
October 15 |
Middlesbrough, UK |
Yes |
250 |
|
Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2026 |
October 29-November 01 |
Bangkok, Thailand |
Yes |
200,000 |
November 2026 Events
The year begins to wind down in November, but major fan-focused events still draw large crowds and online attention, especially within the streaming and content creation space.
|
Event Name |
Date |
Location |
Open to the Public? |
Estimated Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TwitchCon San Diego 2026 |
November 13-15 |
San Diego, CA |
Yes |
30,000 |