Announcing Expo Gamers 2026!
Expo Gamers officially announces the return of its highly anticipated third edition at the end of May 2026. The event is set to accelerate meaningful business, creative, and investment connections across Southeast Europe, solidifying its position as the region's must-attend industry gathering.
What began as a popular consumer festival has rapidly matured into a top-tier business event. Expo Gamers 2026 is set to welcome leading industry players, investors, and professionals across its dedicated tracks, expo hall, and focused networking events, recognizing the serious business energy now present in the regional scene.
“Our small team is truly passionate about bringing people together and growing this community,” state organizers Valentina and Marta. “We are so excited to welcome you back to Opatija, Croatia, the undiscovered pearl and a lovely seaside town. Our goal is to blend crucial professional conversations with passionate talks, while ensuring everyone experiences the renowned warm Croatian hospitality. We look forward to seeing you here!”
🏆 Proven Success: Highlights from Expo Gamers 2025
The 2025 edition confirmed the event’s rapid ascent, successfully blending B2B quality with festival vibrancy and setting the stage for the 2026 summit:
Attendance & Scope: The festival successfully gathered around 3,000 visitors over the extended weekend, offering a rich educational and entertainment program.
Industry Presence: The event featured 27 different exhibitors and was executed through strong project partnerships with key organizations like the Croatian Game Developers Association (CGDA), the Croatian Audiovisual Centre (HAVC), and the PISMO Incubator.
Globally Recognized Guests: Expo Gamers 2025 stood out with five guests of global renown, including indie legend Rami Ismail, Forbes' "30 Under 30" scientist Dr. Johanna Pirker, and the voice masters behind The Monster Factory, Sébastien Croteau and Aliki Katriou (known for Baldur’s Gate 3 and Helldivers 2).
National & International Impact: The event enriched the cultural content of the city, with nearly 40% of visitors traveling from outside the county or from neighboring countries, establishing Opatija as a new international hub for game industry dialogue.
The success of the 2025 event has confirmed that Expo Gamers is delivering high-quality execution, valuable B2B2C content, and strong ties between the industry, educational institutions, and the community.
Join in 2026!
Expo Gamers 2026 will take place from May 29-30 in Opatija, Croatia.
For registration, speaker applications, sponsorship inquiries, and more information, please visit ExpoGamers.com → "PARTICIPATE" , and make sure to follow Expo Gamers on social for all updates!
