Events
The full 2026 programme for NGF26 is here! Presented by The Forum with Lead Partner Norwich University of the Arts.
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Mon 25 MayAll dayGame Anglia's Norwich Games Festival Jam '26
The Game Anglia Game Jam will run prior to Norwich Games Festival, encouraging budding developers to create a game which will be playable during NGF26.
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Sun 31 May8am - 6pmThe Royal Arcade Trail
Explore the beautiful historic Royal Arcade during Norwich Games Festival 26 and find the clues hidden in selected shop windows to be in with a chance of winning an amazing prize.
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Sun 24 MayAll dayAlbion Arena
Albion Arena is a competitive fighting game tournament dedicated to showcasing the games that are run by their passionate communities, featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as the main title and joined by other smaller fighting games
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10am - 4pmTrader and Collector Day
Fantastic traders and local developers will be showcasing video and tabletop games and trading cards. Come along to browse, buy and play games throughout the day.
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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.
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Times varyThe Wayward Adventurers Guild
No matter your age, ability or experience with generating creative ideas or drawing, the Wayward Adventurers Guild will guide you safely through fun, engaging and immersive experiences.
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Times vary
The Wayward Adventurers Guild
No matter your age, ability or experience with generating creative ideas or drawing, the Wayward Adventurers Guild will guide you safely through fun, engaging and immersive experiences.
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Sat 30 May10am - 4pmGame Anglia's Norwich Games Festival Jam - Play and Vote Zone
In the run-up to Norwich Games Festival 2026, game designers and developers have been busy creating brand new, incredible games that you get to play for the very first time at NGF!
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Open daily from 10amThe Gaming Lounge
Join us in the cosy board game and puzzle lounge where hosts John 'Actualol' Purkis, Slice + Dice and Norwich Games Convention will teach you how to play new, traditional and locally made tabletop games.
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10am - 4pmThe Arena - Relaxed Day
Curated specifically for those with SEND, families and friends and those interested in learning more about supporting SEND, the Relaxed Day will be a bit quieter, a bit more spaced out, and content is tailored to SEND activities, education and industry practice.
SENDFamily friendlyThe ArenaFreeArts & CraftsRetroTabletopSports & ExerciseVideo GamesWellbeingIndustryDrop-in