March 27 – 29, 2026

Participate

The community is the core part of a DreamHack festival!

You can join us in many ways. Play, compete, and showcase your work, find our different opportunities below. And hey, if you can’t find a way to participate from below, you can always join us by simply attending onsite!

Join us

Cosplay competition

DreamHack is your go-to for cosplay fun! Connect with the community, showcase your skills, join expert-led workshops.

Cosplay & Creator Program

This program was created to both celebrate photographers and foster a safer, more organized experience for everyone.

Exhibit at DreamHack

Boost your brand, exhibit or be a sponsor at DreamHack Birmingham. Don’t miss your chance to exhibit or become a sponsor at one of the most exciting gaming festivals in the UK.

CREATOR APPLICATION

DreamHack Birmingham offers a platform to stream, connect, and build relationships with gaming creators, brands and influencers.

Community Meetup

Meet communities all over the festival floor hosting fun activities, tournaments and gatherings!

Community Content

Explore communities across the festival floor! Join fan-led activities, tournaments and meetups, all created by the communities that make the festival come alive.

Media Accreditation

Are you a media representative? Apply for your accreditation here.

Indie Playground Application

Hey, indie devs & companies! Ready to rock DreamHack? Show off your creations. Fill out the form for more info.