Participate

Want to get involved at DreamHack?

Check out all the ways to be part of the festival below. Apply for Artist Alley or Indie Playground, bring your brand onsite, host a booth, join the cosplay championship, connect with your community, and help shape the DreamHack experience.

Check out all the ways to be part of the festival below.

Exhibit at DreamHack

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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.

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.

Artist Alley

Apply today! We are doing rolling acceptances starting when this application opens. This also means the application may close before any indicated deadlines.

Media Accreditation

Apply here as a JOURNALIST for DreamHack Birmingham 2026 / ESL One Birmingham 2026. Thanks for your interest and we hope to see you soon!

Educational Institution

At DreamHack we are committed to provide educators and students with an unforgettable experience, and unique opportunities to learn about the esports industry while having fun.

EWC Co-Streaming Application

Applications are now open for co-streaming DreamHack Birmingham, featuring Street Fighter 6, Fatal Fury, and Trackmania for the Road to EWC 2026

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.

Cosplay & Creator Program

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

Indie Playground Application

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

Cosplay competition

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

Creator Application

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