DreamHack Stockholm 2026 takes over Stockholmsmässan from 27–29 November 2026, delivering three days of esports, gaming culture, creators, cosplay, tabletop, indie games, and immersive festival experiences. As one of Europe’s largest gaming festivals, DreamHack brings together tens of thousands of fans for a high‑energy celebration of play, creativity, and community. The 2026 edition builds on a record‑breaking 2025 event that welcomed more than 60,000 attendees, reinforcing its status as Sweden’s flagship gaming festival.
Across the venue, visitors can explore over 100 booths featuring exhibitors, hardware brands, indie developers, artists, and partners. The Indie Playground showcases new and upcoming titles across genres—from cozy adventures to sci‑fi action—while the Arcade, TCG & Tabletop, and PC Freeplay zones offer nonstop hands‑on gameplay.
Esports is a major highlight, with DreamHack hosting world‑class tournaments including The Grand Major 2026, bringing arena‑level excitement to Stockholm. Fans can also enjoy creator‑led programming, live shows, interactive challenges, and meet‑and‑greets through the Creator Hub and Community Hall, making the festival a central gathering point for streamers, YouTubers, cosplayers, and fan communities.
Cosplay remains a core part of the DreamHack identity, with workshops, competitions, and community showcases throughout the weekend. Meanwhile, DreamHack Quest transforms the festival into a cyberpunk‑inspired interactive adventure, encouraging attendees to explore, collect, and complete challenges.
Whether you’re a competitive gamer, casual player, creator, or fan, DreamHack Stockholm 2026 offers a packed weekend of entertainment, discovery, and community connection—cementing its reputation as Europe’s ultimate gaming festival.