Ms. Lisa Freisewinkel
Head of German Trade Fairs Trade Fair Department
+966 55 268 0083 / +966 920005863 Ext.: 112 Freisewinkel@ahk-arabia.com saudiarabien.ahk.de
gamescom 2026 is Europe’s largest and most important video games and interactive entertainment trade fair, taking place from August 26 to August 30, 2026, at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany.
The event brings together game developers, publishers, hardware manufacturers, esports professionals, and gaming fans from around the world to experience the latest trends, innovations, and technologies in the video games industry.  Opening Night Live, a flagship show event, kicks off the festival on August 25, 2026, showcasing exclusive world premieres and highly anticipated game announcements.
When & Where:
Start: 26 August 2026
End: 30 August 2026
Where: Cologne, Germany
Learn more about gamescom:
gamescom 2026 is Europe’s largest and most important video games and interactive entertainment trade fair, taking place from August 26 to August 30, 2026, at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany.
The event brings together game developers, publishers, hardware manufacturers, esports professionals, and gaming fans from around the world to experience the latest trends, innovations, and technologies in the video games industry. Opening Night Live, a flagship show event, kicks off the festival on August 25, 2026, showcasing exclusive world premieres and highly anticipated game announcements.
gamescom 2026 offers a unique blend of business and entertainment — where industry professionals can form new partnerships and explore business opportunities while gamers enjoy premieres, cosplay, live shows, tournaments, and interactive experiences.
Koelnmesse, Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne, Germany.
Get in touch
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Mr. Adham Hady
Trade Fair Manager Trade Fairs
+966 55 069 2738 / +966-122-398-000 Ext.: 8197 hady@ahk-arabia.com saudiarabien.ahk.de
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