IGDC Playground 2026
Where gaming meets what's next
Two days at Chennai Trade Centre where playing and building a career come together. Jump into esports, console and VR, Pokémon, cosplay and anime, then explore the Career Track with hands-on workshops and industry experts. Come to compete, create or figure out what’s next.
Dates: 30-31 October 2026
Venue: Chennai Trade Centre
IGDC Playground
Play hard. Find your people. Level up. Two days of gaming, competition, fandom and community, from hourly esports matches and console gaming to VR, Pokémon, cosplay, anime and board games. Bring your squad, discover your next obsession and find your place in the community.
Find your zone: Esports (BGMI, Valorant, Honor of Kings), Red Bull Solo Legends, console and VR, Pokémon, anime and cosplay, board games
Dates: 30-31 October 2026
Venue: Chennai Trade Centre
Playground Careers
Love games? Explore where they can take you. The IGDC Playground Career Track is for students, parents and educators who want to get hands-on with creative skills, learn from industry experts and discover career paths across art, animation, game design, programming and production.
What to expect: Concept art workshops, hands-on game design, expert conversations, career insights
Dates: 30–31 October 2026
Venue: Chennai Trade Centre