SAVE THE DATE: PLAY26 at URBANEO

We are pleased to announce the date for the 19th PLAY – Creative Gaming Festival: From November 18–21, 2026, Hamburg will once again be the place to be for creative engagement with digital gaming culture.

Following last year's successful collaboration, PLAY will return to URBANEO – Junges Architekturzentrum in Hamburg's HafenCity in 2026. This inspiring venue has proven to be the ideal home for the festival, with plenty of space for exhibitions, stage programs, workshops, and interactive formats. We are delighted to be guests there once again.

This year, festival visitors can once again look forward to a diverse program featuring creative games, exciting talks, practical workshops, and interactive formats for school classes, industry professionals, and anyone interested in games.

Stay tuned for the new festival theme and many special program highlights. Further details will be provided in the coming months.