NGF is back 23-30 May 2026 - Full programme is live, grab tickets for special events and see what's on now!

Events

The full 2026 programme for NGF26 is here! Presented by The Forum with Lead Partner Norwich University of the Arts.

Apr 2026
  • Sat 30 May
    10am - 4pm

    The 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.

    Free
    Retro
    Video Games
    The Arena
    Family friendly
    Drop-in
    Activity
  • 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.

    Activity
    Workshop
    Family friendly
    The Arena
    Arts & Crafts
    Free
    Drop-in
  • 10am - 4pm

    Trader 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.

    Video Games
    Tabletop
    Free
    Family friendly
    Retro
    The Arena
    Trader
    Drop-in
  • 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.

    Activity
    Workshop
    Family friendly
    The Arena
    Arts & Crafts
    Free
    Drop-in
  • Sat 30 May
    10am - 4pm

    Game 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!

    Family friendly
    Free
    Video Games
    The Arena
    Showcase
    Drop-in
  • A boy smiles while playing an alien inspired boardgame
    10am - 4pm

    The 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.

    SEND
    Family friendly
    The Arena
    Free
    Arts & Crafts
    Retro
    Tabletop
    Sports & Exercise
    Video Games
    Wellbeing
    Industry
    Drop-in
  • Open daily from 10am

    The 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.

    Free
    Family friendly
    Tabletop
    The Arena
    Activity
    Wellbeing
    Retro
    Drop-in
  • Open daily from 10am

    The 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.

    Free
    Family friendly
    Tabletop
    The Arena
    Activity
    Wellbeing
    Retro
    Drop-in
  • 10am - 4pm

    The Arena - Wed 27 May

    The Forum is home to The Arena during NGF26 where you’ll find a huge variety of FREE interactive gaming fun for all ages. You can just drop by and play. There’ll be plenty of your favourite games there, plus lots to discover and try out!

    Free
    Family friendly
    The Arena
    SEND
    Sports & Exercise
    Wellbeing
    Careers
    Tabletop
    Video Games
    Retro
    Industry
    Showcase
    Arts & Crafts
  • All day

    OLL Livestream at NGF26

    We’re thrilled to welcome long-time collaborators OLL Games back to Norwich Games Festival! They’ll be diving into all the fun and streaming it via the OLL Games Twitch channel.

    The Arena
    Family friendly
    Free