SPIEL Essen

SPIEL Essen is the leading international games fair, held 21–24 October 2027 at Messe Essen in Essen, Germany. Organised by Friedhelm Merz Verlag, it combines a consumer fair open to the public with B2B matchmaking for the global games industry.

Highlights

• 1,000+ exhibitors from 50+ countries and thousands of game novelties each year
• B2B Matchmaking, SPIEL.Talks and Educators Day for trade visitors
• Artist Alley, Golden Demon miniature painting awards, LaserTag and Meet & Play areas

Visitors can walk through all halls and booths during the published fair dates; tickets cover the full opening period and game testing at exhibitor stands is included.

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Register for entry or booths

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Venue Map and Hotels Around

Essen - Messe Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany