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Three days of games, culture and community. One unforgettable experience.
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// ZGW 2026
Three days of games, culture and community
Zagreb Games Week is the region's biggest festival of pop culture and entertainment, bringing lovers of games, creativity and new experiences together in one place. Across three days you can expect a rich programme packed with gaming, cosplay, esports, technology and countless activities that connect the community, spark inspiration and create memories for a lifetime.
3days
20K+visitors
100+exhibitors & sponsors
7,000 m²+of expo space
// Meet Pixeli
The official mascot of Zagreb Games Week.
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Hi! See you at ZGW!
Pixeli
Pixeli greets you at the entrance, guides you through the festival zones and pops up in animations, on signage, on social media and on exclusive merch. Wherever you see Pixeli, you know you're in the right place.
Level 999,990 / 10,000 XP
Almost maxed out. See you at the festival to hit level 100.
Stats
Energy98
Fun100
Gaming95
Community100
Fun facts
Main game
Retro platformers
Colour
Neon purple
Snack
Pizza
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Pixeli is coming beyond the festival
Join the newsletter and be among the first to know when Pixeli plushies, tees, stickers and other exclusive products arrive.
One festival. Countless experiences.
Experience ZGW
Live
Meet & greet
Influencers
Meet & greets, live shows and your favourite creators up close.
New
Cosplay stage
Cosplay Village
Contests, workshops, photo zones and the region's best cosplayers.
Classic
Play like the old days
Retro Corner
Arcade classics, retro consoles and the games that raised us.
Fandom
The world we love
Pop Culture
Film, anime, comics, collecting and the fandoms we love.
Tabletop
Live tournaments
Board Games & TCG
Tabletop and card games plus tournaments for every generation.
Live
Main stage
Esports Arena
Live tournaments, pro teams and grand finals in front of the crowd.
Creative
Workshops
STEM Workshops
Technology, VR, AI and creative workshops for the curious.
// Visitor information
Dates, times & venue
Dates
- Friday13 Nov 2026
- Saturday14 Nov 2026
- Sunday15 Nov 2026
Opening hours
10:00 – 20:00
13–15 NOV 2026
Venue
Zagrebački velesajam
Zagrebački velesajam · Avenija Dubrovnik 15, Zagreb
Pavilion 9–11A
// Atmosphere
The atmosphere awaiting you
Thousands of visitors, unforgettable moments and a community that grows every year.
// ZGW Creator Club
Become part of the ZGW Creator Club
Gaming, esports, tech, anime, cosplay and pop culture creators in one place. Accreditations, brand collaborations, exclusive events and the Ambassador program.
Creator accreditationCreator CommunityBrand collaborationsExclusive events
Join the Creator Club // Tickets
Choose your adventure
Choose the ticket that best fits your ZGW experience.
Day Ticket
For a quick hit, perfect for one big day.
- Entry for one day
- Access to all zones and programmes that day
- Take part in activations, tournaments and prize games
Most popular
Festival Ticket
Best value: the whole festival, all three days.
- Entry for all three days
- Access to all zones and programmes
- Take part in activations, tournaments and prize games
VIP
The full experience for those who won't miss a second, from the opening to the grand finale.
- Entry for all three days
- Unlimited access to all content, tournaments and zones
- Take part in activations, tournaments and prize games
- Priority entry
- VIP gift package
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