Gamescom 2024 dates, schedule & how to get tickets

Gamescom 2024 dates, schedule & how to get tickets

As a seasoned gaming enthusiast who’s been attending these events since the dawn of the PlayStation era, let me tell you, Gamescom 2024 is like Christmas coming early! The prospect of getting my hands on the latest game updates and trailers during this summer extravaganza is always something I eagerly anticipate.


It’s that time of the year again… get ready for Gamescom 2024.

2024’s Gamescom, held in Cologne, Germany, is set to deliver a wealth of game updates and engaging panel discussions as it caps off the summer gaming season towards the end of August.

Every year, there’s something exciting to anticipate on the gaming schedule – that’s Gamescom week! It’s guaranteed to bring a wealth of announcements and demonstrations of games for both media professionals and the public to enjoy.

Once more, Geoff Keighley takes the stage to host Gamescom 2024’s Opening Night Live, an event that gaming enthusiasts worldwide eagerly anticipate. Mark your calendars for August 20th, as this exciting broadcast will be streamed live across the globe.

Explore further to learn about the dates for Gamescom 2024, its planned activities, and the list of participating companies. Scroll to the bottom of the page to discover how you can secure your tickets (hurry up!).

When is Gamescom 2024?

Gamescom 2024 is starting on Monday 19th August and comes to an end on Sunday 25th August.

Prior to the main event, which is scheduled for press, developers, and the wider audience, there’s an exciting prelude: the Gamescom 2024 Opening Night Live showcase. This special event kicks off at 8pm (7pm UK time) on Tuesday, August 20th.

Devcom takes place a day earlier on the 19th of August and comes to an end on the 20th.

The well-known host, Geoff Keighley (known for Summer Game Fest and The Game Awards), will once more lead the Gamescom Opening Night Live event.

Gamescom 2024 schedule of events

Gamescom 2024 dates, schedule & how to get tickets

As a die-hard movie fanatic, I eagerly count down the days to the grand opening of Gamescom 2024! The action starts with devcom on the 19th of August. But what truly sets my heart racing is the Opening Night Live showcase, hosted by none other than Geoff Keighley at 7pm (UK time) on Tuesday, 20th August. I can hardly wait!

The full Gamescom 2024 schedule is as follows:

  • devcom | 19th-20th August
  • Opening Night Live | 20th August – 7pm UK, 11am PT/2pm ET USA
  • Entertainment Area | 21st August (trade visitors and wildcard owners only) – 22nd to 25th August for everyone
  • Business Area | Open for trade visitors and media only – 21st to 23rd August
  • Social Stage and Signing Area | Open for everyone – 22nd to 25th August
  • Gamescom congress | 22nd August
  • Event Area | Open for everyone – 22nd to 25th August
  • City Festival | 24th to 25th August

As a seasoned event attendee who has experienced countless occasions where important information about opening hours was not communicated effectively, I can say with confidence that providing clear and concise details is essential for a smooth event experience. In this case, the organizers have done an excellent job of outlining the opening times for both the Entertainment Area and Business Area at their event taking place from 21st to 25th August.

Although the detailed plan for all events at Gamescom 2024 isn’t out just yet, we are informed that the full schedule will be available soon on the official website. By visiting the Program section, you can browse through images to get a sneak peek of what the week-long event has in store.

We’ll post the updated schedule for this page as soon as we receive the official event times from Gamescom.

Which companies are confirmed for Gamescom 2024?

A grand total of 1,448 companies are set to make an appearance at Gamescom 2024, in some shape or form.

As someone who has attended multiple gaming conventions over the years, I can confidently say that it would be impossible to list all the exhibitors for Gamescom 2024 here, as there will undoubtedly be a vast array of companies showcasing their latest and greatest offerings in the world of video games. To get the full picture of what’s on display, I always recommend checking out the official website for the event. This way, you can stay up-to-date with all the exciting announcements and discoveries that await at Gamescom 2024!

The following companies have all been confirmed to be in attendance at Gamescom 2024:

  • Sega
  • Nintendo
  • Xbox
  • Sony
  • Capcom
  • Ubisoft
  • Bandai Namco
  • Devolver Digital

And many, many more.

How to get tickets for Gamescom 2024

To secure your spot at Gamescom 2024, make your way to the official event website right away. Currently, tickets are available with prices ranging from €9.50 for an evening pass all the way up to €103 for a Gamescom Congress ticket.

The complete selection of tickets open to the public is accessible on the official Gamescom ticketing platform.

At the event in Cologne, there are restricted areas for the public. These areas will be clearly identified where you can participate or visit.

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2024-08-06 20:05