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What's on
Join our celebration of games Sat 23 - Sat 30 May 2026. The full programme of events; workshops, shows, talks and more live now! Presented by The Forum with Lead Partner Norwich University of the Arts.
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Sat 30 May10am - 4pmThe Game Cave
Join the Norwich Retro Gamers and friends to experience a vast range of playable retro consoles and computers. Whether new or nostalgic, there will be something for everyone.
FreeRetroVideo GamesThe ArenaFamily friendlyDrop-inActivity -
6pm - 7.15pmGive Us A Cluedo: The History of British Games
What makes British games so successful, and why do we love them so much?
TalkFamily friendlyTabletopRetroIndustry -
2pm - 3.30pmIt All Flows Somewhere
It All Flows Somewhere is a large-scale tabletop map-making game. You'll create a communal map of a fictional neighbourhood, discovering the histories of the area and the people who live there. After the session, the physical maps you have created will be scanned and translated into a digital world that you can visit at home!
Family friendlyWorkshopActivityArts & CraftsTabletop
Come and play 23-30 May 2026!
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We've gone analog!
Get your hands on a printed NGF26 guide from The Forum and selected venues around the county for all the highlights and ticketed events, or view it online here.
Interested in a career in games?
From navigating networking and studio situations to making games that really matter - explore the NGF events for those people who are, or want to, study and work in the games industry.
Learn about helpful resources, hear from industry pros, and explore what opportunities are out there!
Ready, set, play! Half term fun - sorted.
Norwich Games Festival 2026 programme live!
