On May 23rd and 24th, 2026, LEVEL UP will once again open its doors at the Salzburg Exhibition Centre, bringing together the gaming, cosplay, and pop culture communities. Visitors can expect a weekend packed with eSports highlights, community events, cosplay performances, and interactive experiences – with a program that invites them to watch, try things out, and participate.
Even away from the stages, the Salzburg Exhibition Centre becomes a large playground for gaming fans: exhibition areas, community areas, indie games, tabletop offerings and other interactive stations ensure that there is something for different interests and age groups.
Three stages, many highlights
The new timetable reveals the diversity of LEVEL UP 2026. On both days, visitors can expect a varied program of tournaments, shows, challenges, contests, and community events on the eSports Stage, the Raiffeisen Club Community Stage, and the Cosplay Stage. Instead of just watching, visitors can actively participate in many of the activities. This ensures that LEVEL UP remains not only a stage for the scene, but above all, a place where the community itself takes center stage.
Play, discover, win
The published floor plan provides a concise overview of all the festival's central areas. From the stages and gaming and free-to-play offerings to the artist and vendor area, indie games, tabletop gaming, and other experience zones, it's clear at a glance where to find each highlight.
The LEVEL UP Challenge is once again a key part of the festival. Visitors can complete tasks at various stations, collect stamps, and secure their chance to win attractive prizes and big wins. The challenge encourages active discovery of LEVEL UP and playful exploration of its diverse experience areas.
LEVEL UP once again combines digital gaming culture with real-life encounters: Gamers, cosplayers, families, creators, developers and scene fans come together at the Salzburg Exhibition Centre to experience a weekend full of exchange, action and festival atmosphere.
Get your Tickets now!
Only a few days left until the event – anyone who doesn't want to miss the gaming highlight of the year in Salzburg should secure their tickets now. All information, tickets, the complete timetable and the official hall plan are available at www.levelup-salzburg.at to find.
