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SPIEL in Essen is an international trade fair dedicated exclusively to card and board games. From 14 to 17 October SPIEL 2021 will turn Messe Essen into the stage of new releases by top board game publishers and emerging designers. All genres and age groups will be represented during the four expo days and participants will have the opportunity to observe the trends in boardgaming, which will come into play next year.
The 2021 SPIEL's full overview of the classic and modern games will be complemented by a programme of live demonstrations, workshops, competitions and tournaments, connecting professionals, gamers and influencing figures within the board game community. The innovation award innoSPIEL will give novel game ideas the recognition they deserve. Comic Action will showcase an impressive selection of national and international comics and merchandising articles. The Educators' Day will explore the potential of board games for educational purposes.
Arranging your stay in Essen during the SPIEL 2021 dates through ExpoBeds is easy. The accommodation options we are able to offer vary in category, price range and location.To secure a reservation at your preferred hotel near SPIEL at Messe Essen, we advise early booking. As a trade show attendee, you will receive special room rates and flexible conditions. Request a free travel quote and our team will send you the most suitable SPIEL 2021 hotel deals for your business trip to Essen.
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Past editions
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | - | - | - |
| Visitors | - | - | - |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,200 | - | - |
| Visitors | 209,000 | - | - |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,150 | - | - |
| Visitors | 180,000 | - | - |
What is new for SPIEL 2021
The recently debuted InnoSPIEL award will continue to recognise innovative game concepts well into SPIEL Essen 2021. It met with wide approval during the previous edition.
The latest SPIEL featured some changes. The new hall 6 accommodated comics, miniature games, LARP and fantasy games. There were more structural alterations, which is why the organisers provided a SPIEL guide. It was available online and at the entrances. Inside, participants found information on the hall plans and programme highlights. SPIEL 2020 is under way and some of these changes will probably be kept.
Important facts
- 1100+ exhibitors from 50+ nations
- 80,000+ sq m of exhibition area
- 1400+ new products
- 180,000+ visitors from around the world
Messe Essen
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