ABOUT GEIW 26
Why You Should Attend
GLOBAL ESPORTS INDUSTRY WEEK 26
Why You Should Attend GEIW 26
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Global Esports Industry Week is a series of events dedicated to everything esports and gaming.
Expect the best in curated networking and socialising; 1-on-1 meetings, workshops, panels, evening socials, dinners and active sporting activities too, we’re doing it all to ensure it’s an unmissable global esports business conference, and community event.
Hosted alongside the IEM Cologne Major 2026, a historic event in an iconic esports city, and this time around it’s a Major; this is where both industry and community will coalesce.
Whether you’re a brand new to esports, or a seasoned veteran, this event will have something for you.
Global Esports Industry Week - Competitive gaming unpacked.
What to expect
What you will experience in 2026
Cologne, Germany
There’s something for almost everyone at Global Esports Industry Week. Whether you’re a brand looking to learn more and understand your place to market in the esports space, a rights-holder looking for commercial and strategic partners, an educational institution wanting to understand the latest trends in esports and gaming and where opportunities for them reside, students looking for employment opportunities, destinations and venues eyeing up opportunities, or a game developer or publisher wanting to promote their game, and find partners, GEIW is for you. We’ve different events built for different groups and individuals, brought altogether under one roof in Cologne in June 2026!
Esports Leaders Cologne
Esports Leaders Cologne
A half-day edition of Esports Leaders; the gathering for leaders in and around esports in a premium setting focused on real conversation and with excellent
A half-day edition of Esports Leaders; the gathering for leaders in and around esports in a premium setting focused on real conversation and with excellent
IGET Expert Workshop
IGET Expert Workshop
The annual gathering of the International Games and Esports Tribunal (IGET) addressing key topics related to esports, and gaming, legal matters.
The annual gathering of the International Games and Esports Tribunal (IGET) addressing key topics related to esports, and gaming, legal matters.
EGES
EGES
The go-to esports business event addressing and discussing all facets of the global sector, bringing everyone in and around the space together in one place.
The go-to esports business event addressing and discussing all facets of the global sector, bringing everyone in and around the space together in one place.
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
A hub for those exploring the intersection of gaming and education. We support educators, leaders, and students across all levels, covering everything from esports and game dev to gametech and hardware.
A hub for those exploring the intersection of gaming and education. We support educators, leaders, and students across all levels, covering everything from esports and game dev to gametech and hardware.
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
A chance for game developers of all sizes to discuss and showcase their games to both industry and fans, with a key focus on competitive PvP titles across platforms.
A chance for game developers of all sizes to discuss and showcase their games to both industry and fans, with a key focus on competitive PvP titles across platforms.
Esports Leader Honours
Esports Leader Honours
The inaugural edition of The Esports Radar’s annual Esports Leaders Honours’ List, a curated selection of the people, organisations, and projects that helped to define the year in esports and that deserve recognition.
The inaugural edition of The Esports Radar’s annual Esports Leaders Honours’ List, a curated selection of the people, organisations, and projects that helped to define the year in esports and that deserve recognition.
Workshops & Masterclasses
Workshops & Masterclasses
Organised 1-on-1 meetings, group roundtables, SpeedMeets, and special events such as padel, the evening socials, dinners and more
Organised 1-on-1 meetings, group roundtables, SpeedMeets, and special events such as padel, the evening socials, dinners and more
IEM Cologne 2026
IEM Cologne 2026
GEIW will culminate in the finals of the legendary event at the cathedral of CounterStrike; the Lanxess Arena. Take in the action from the GEIW VIP Lounge.
GEIW will culminate in the finals of the legendary event at the cathedral of CounterStrike; the Lanxess Arena. Take in the action from the GEIW VIP Lounge.
Padel Gaming Club
Padel Gaming Club
The Cologne edition of the Padel Gaming Club, a tournament and social for those in and around gaming and entertainment!
The Cologne edition of the Padel Gaming Club, a tournament and social for those in and around gaming and entertainment!
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WHERE AMBITIOUS FOUNDERS, INDUSTRY LEADERS, AND BRANDS COME TOGETHER TO REIMAGINE WHAT THE FUTURE LOOKS LIKE.
WHERE AMBITIOUS FOUNDERS, INDUSTRY LEADERS, AND BRANDS COME TOGETHER TO REIMAGINE WHAT THE FUTURE LOOKS LIKE.
WHERE AMBITIOUS FOUNDERS, INDUSTRY LEADERS, AND BRANDS COME TOGETHER TO REIMAGINE WHAT THE FUTURE LOOKS LIKE.
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What to expect
What to expect
What to expect
Join us across four days with different events across the days!
day 1
Thursday 18th June will include IGET, the Esports Leaders Brunch and the evening Welcome Reception and Social.
day 1
Thursday 18th June will include IGET, the Esports Leaders Brunch and the evening Welcome Reception and Social.
day 1
Thursday 18th June will include IGET, the Esports Leaders Brunch and the evening Welcome Reception and Social.
day 2
Friday 19th June will be the main business day, bringing together EGES, GameDev and Edu Summits under one roof. There’ll be an evening social too, where the inaugural Esports Leaders Honours will take place.
day 2
Friday 19th June will be the main business day, bringing together EGES, GameDev and Edu Summits under one roof. There’ll be an evening social too, where the inaugural Esports Leaders Honours will take place.
day 2
Friday 19th June will be the main business day, bringing together EGES, GameDev and Edu Summits under one roof. There’ll be an evening social too, where the inaugural Esports Leaders Honours will take place.
day 3
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Semi Finals will be happening on Saturday 20th June, VIP Pass holders gets an exclusive backstage tour of the tournament as well as the access to GEIW VIP only lounge.
day 3
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Semi Finals will be happening on Saturday 20th June, VIP Pass holders gets an exclusive backstage tour of the tournament as well as the access to GEIW VIP only lounge.
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IEM Cologne Major Semi Finals at the Lanxess
VIP Dinner
day 4
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Grand Final will be happening on Sunday 21st June, as well as the return of Padel Gaming Club with an industry tournament and social.
day 4
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Grand Final will be happening on Sunday 21st June, as well as the return of Padel Gaming Club with an industry tournament and social.
Sunday, 21st June
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Grand Final will be happening on Sunday 21st June, as well as the return of Padel Gaming Club with an industry tournament and social.
FOR WHOM?
Who Should Attend
GLOBAL ESPORTS INDUSTRY WEEK 2026
Who Should definitely Attend the GEIW 26
Who Should Attend GLOBAL ESPORTS INDUSTRY WEEK 2026
Brands
Esports Team, Owners and Execs
Game Developers & Publishers
Media & Press
If gaming is not already a part of your annual marketing spend, we are convinced you’re missing out. Competitive gaming, esports and all that entails re reaching passionate and highly engaged fanbases worldwide we believe should be a part of that too, whether you’re an airline, in F&B, health and beauty or something else entirely.
Brands
Esports Team, Owners and Execs
Game Developers & Publishers
Universities, Colleges & Schools
If gaming is not already a part of your annual marketing spend, we are convinced you’re missing out. Competitive gaming, esports and all that entails re reaching passionate and highly engaged fanbases worldwide we believe should be a part of that too, whether you’re an airline, in F&B, health and beauty or something else entirely.
Brands
Esports Team, Owners and Execs
Game Developers & Publishers
Media & Press
If gaming is not already a part of your annual marketing spend, we are convinced you’re missing out. Competitive gaming, esports and all that entails re reaching passionate and highly engaged fanbases worldwide we believe should be a part of that too, whether you’re an airline, in F&B, health and beauty or something else entirely.
Destinations
Service Providers
Investors
Universities, Colleges & Schools
Thinking about hosting an esports event large or small, and/or embracing esports more holistically year round, but unsure on where to start or who to speak to? This is the event for you.
Destinations
Service Providers
Investors
Universities, Colleges & Schools
Thinking about hosting an esports event large or small, and/or embracing esports more holistically year round, but unsure on where to start or who to speak to? This is the event for you.
Destinations
Service Providers
Investors
Universities, Colleges & Schools
Thinking about hosting an esports event large or small, and/or embracing esports more holistically year round, but unsure on where to start or who to speak to? This is the event for you.
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MEET THE PARTNERS WHO HELPED TO GEIW 2025
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VIP Pass
This pass includes everything in All Access, plus exclusive VIP benefits:
IEM Cologne GEIW VIP Lounge on 20 and 21 June
VIP Gift Bag featuring premium partner items
Exclusive VIP-only dinners and social events with industry leaders and speakers
Early Bird 30% off
€1,199
€839
Single admission
All Access
This pass includes everything in the General Access pass, plus:
Welcome Reception on 18 June
Esports Leaders Brunch on 18 June
IGET Arbitrators Workshop on 18 June
Padel Gaming Club on 21 June
Early Bird 30% off
€375
€262
Single admission
General Access
General Pass includes access on 19 June to:
IMPACT Live featuring EGES
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
Evening Social
GEIW Networking App to connect with attendees, speakers, and partners.
Early Bird 30% off
€175
€122
Single admission
Student Pass
Available exclusively to students with valid student ID, includes access on 19 June to:
IMPACT Live featuring EGES
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
Meals & refreshments throughout the day
Limited Slot
€65
Single admission
Group Bookings
Booking for groups of three or more?
Take advantage of our group booking discount.
group discount
30% OFF
for 3 tickets or more
VIP Pass
This pass includes everything in All Access, plus exclusive VIP benefits:
IEM Cologne GEIW VIP Lounge on 20 and 21 June
VIP Gift Bag featuring premium partner items
Exclusive VIP-only dinners and social events with industry leaders and speakers
Early Bird 30% off
€1,199
€839
Single admission
All Access
This pass includes everything in the General Access pass, plus:
Welcome Reception on 18 June
Esports Leaders Brunch on 18 June
IGET Arbitrators Workshop on 18 June
Padel Gaming Club on 21 June
Early Bird 30% off
€375
€262
Single admission
General Access
General Pass includes access on 19 June to:
IMPACT Live featuring EGES
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
Evening Social
GEIW Networking App to connect with attendees, speakers, and partners.
Early Bird 30% off
€175
€122
Single admission
Student Pass
Available exclusively to students with valid student ID, includes access on 19 June to:
IMPACT Live featuring EGES
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
Meals & refreshments throughout the day
Limited Slot
€65
Single admission
Group Bookings
Booking for groups of three or more?
Take advantage of our group booking discount.
group discount
30% OFF
for 3 tickets or more
VIP Pass
This pass includes everything in All Access, plus exclusive VIP benefits:
IEM Cologne GEIW VIP Lounge on 20 and 21 June
VIP Gift Bag featuring premium partner items
Exclusive VIP-only dinners and social events with industry leaders and speakers
Early Bird 30% off
€1,199
€839
Single admission
All Access
This pass includes everything in the General Access pass, plus:
Welcome Reception on 18 June
Esports Leaders Brunch on 18 June
IGET Arbitrators Workshop on 18 June
Padel Gaming Club on 21 June
Early Bird 30% off
€375
€262
Single admission
General Access
General Pass includes access on 19 June to:
IMPACT Live featuring EGES
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
Evening Social
GEIW Networking App to connect with attendees, speakers, and partners.
Early Bird 30% off
€175
€122
Single admission
Student Pass
Available exclusively to students with valid student ID, includes access on 19 June to:
IMPACT Live featuring EGES
IMPACT Live GameDev Summit
IMPACT Live Edu Summit
Meals & refreshments throughout the day
Limited Slot
€65
Single admission
Group Bookings
Booking for groups of three or more?
Take advantage of our group booking discount.
group discount
