Pocket Gamer 20th Anniversary Party Cologne 2026

Join us in Cologne for the now-traditional Pocket Gamer Party during Gamescom week!

All games industry professionals are welcome at Klub Domhof, right in the heart of this gorgeous city, on the evening of Wednesday, August 26, for informal networking and drinks. (If you're in town, we have our Mobile Games Awards ceremony the night before!)

N.B. Please note that a pass does not guarantee access to the event and that the free bar is limited. Access will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and you may need to queue.

When?

Wednesday, August 26, the first evening of Gamescom (and a day after the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards ceremony). The party kicks off for all at 19:30.

Where?

Klub Domhof is a chic, spacious club with stylish decor and located right in the centre of Cologne (Hohenzollernbrücke 11, 50667 Köln) – easily accessed from Gamescom's Koelnmesse venue.

What?

Drinks, dancing, and discussion in a celebrated city-centre nightclub. A Pocket Gamer Party is always a relaxed highlight of any conference week. Chill out in the company of game developers, publishers, and other industry professionals.

How much?

Free access! And then a limited selection of free drinks. (The bar may run out – arrive early!)

Who?

Free to all games industry professionals (please register using your work email/details as registrations are checked).

Stuff to think about

Over 18s only. You must register in advance and please note that REGISTRATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED WITH INDIVIDUAL NAME & EMAIL ADDRESS (not duplicates).

This event is for game developers and related mobile games industry professionals only. Please note that Steel Media reserves the right to refuse admission. Registration is free but does not guarantee your entrance to the event. Space inside and free bar are limited. Turn up early to avoid disappointment. The event will be run on a first-come, first-served basis, so be prepared you may need to queue if we reach capacity.