UNWRAP is back. On 29 and 30 October 2026, professionals, creators, startups and students from the games, music, film, VFX and media industries gather at Depart Kortrijk for two days of talks, networking and business. Expect 1,000+ industry peers, an exhibition floor full of studios and tech companies, and plenty of chances to learn, hire, pitch or simply meet the people shaping the future of digital entertainment.

Seven conference tracks

This year's programme is built around seven specialised tracks, each with its own focus and speakers:

• Business in Games: funding, publishing, marketing and building successful studios.
• VFX & Animation: animation, CGI, motion design and the future of digital storytelling.
• Technical Deepdives: expert-led sessions on game art, game development and procedural workflows.
• Artificial Intelligence: practical AI tools and strategies for creative businesses.
• Music Innovation: where music meets technology, from funding to fan experience.
• Open Source: how open collaboration helps studios and startups scale.
• Media Innovation: new business models, digital storytelling and startup pitches.

Speakers you won't want to miss

The line-up brings together international experts and local talent. Jason Della Rocca (Execution Labs) breaks down the real math behind winning funding deals. Damian Gerrits (Moon Studios) takes you behind the lighting of No Rest for the Wicked. Jesús Serrano (Microsoft) asks whether AI can build an entire video game. Melissa Herrera (Studio 100) explains how K3 made the leap to Roblox. And solo developer Mateo Covic shares how Paddle Paddle Paddle went from four months of development to 250,000 copies sold.

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Career Fair & Product Showcase

The UNWRAP Career Fair returns on both days, connecting companies with top talent. Exhibitors get access to 200+ graduation portfolios from Howest Digital Arts & Entertainment, covering game development, 3D animation, game graphics, VFX and game sound integration. They can also plan interviews and meetings through our matchmaking tool.

New this year: Product Showcase booths. These give companies a place to present their products and services to a targeted audience of industry professionals, publishers and investors.

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Networking, launch party & afterparty

UNWRAP is a festival after all. When the talks end on 29 October, the Belgian Launch Party at Track puts the spotlight on Belgian games released in 2026. After that, we head to Kreun for the official afterparty with a live set from Dutch drum & bass heavyweights Black Sun Empire, plus NEO. Publisher meetups, a music innovation lunch meetup and hands-on workshops round out the programme.

Free B2C Expo for everyone

From 27 October to 8 November, the UNWRAP B2C Expo invites young and old to play and discover games and innovation. It's part of the free FTI Interactive Experience at the former Reepkaai hospital in Kortrijk.

Get your ticket

Choose the pass that fits you:

• Combi Ticket: all tracks on both days, networking, afterparty, matchmaking tool and lunch included.
• Day Ticket: all tracks on 29 or 30 October, with lunch and matchmaking.
• Student Ticket: full access to both days for students with a valid student ID.

Groups of 10 or more can contact us for a group discount at festival@unwrap.be.

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See you in Kortrijk!

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