Global Gaming Awards Europe EMEA 2026, gaming’s most prestigious awards are returning to Barcelona in January! The Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026 is one of the most prestigious and respected awards ceremonies in the gaming industry. It celebrates excellence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Powered by Global Gaming Insider and independently adjudicated by KPMG, the awards recognize outstanding operators, suppliers, products, services, and executives. All who have driven innovation, performance and impact in the gaming sector over the past year.
Global Gaming Awards Europe EMEA 2026
The event celebrates the standout performers of the past year across the gaming industry. It puts a dedicated focus on excellence within the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. The ceremony is one of the most trusted and respected awards in the sector. The Global Gaming Awards have earned the admiration of industry leaders across the globe.
Powered by Global Gaming Insider, the leading B2B gaming publication, and independently adjudicated by KPMG, the Awards uphold the highest standards of transparency and integrity.
Winners will be announced during an exclusive presentation ceremony at the close of Day 1 of ICE 2026 in Barcelona.
The 9th Annual Global Gaming Awards Europe EMEA
The 9th annual Global Gaming Awards Europe, Middle East & Africa are fast approaching. The excitement is growing ahead of the ceremony during ICE (World Gaming Week) in Barcelona in January. The full Shortlist across all categories will unveil the nominees for the most competitive categories. The Winners will be announced at an exclusive ceremony held during the opening day of ICE 2026. The one of the industry’s biggest global trade shows.
Since launching the EMEA edition in 2018, the Global Gaming Awards have continued their mission to recognise the executives and organisations whose leadership, innovation, and strategic vision shape the future of gaming across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The winners awards are the most trusted in the industry thanks to their rigorous shortlisting and voting processes, ensuring integrity at every stage.
The Most Prestigious Awards
The event honours top achievements across multiple categories, from sports betting and casino operators to platform providers, product launches and industry leaders, spotlighting companies and individuals shaping the future of land-based and online gaming in the EMEA region.
The gaming industry’s most prestigious Awards ceremony returns to Barcelona to showcase the EMEA region’s very best. Join the gaming’s most prestigious awards ceremony!
- Date: 19, January, 2026
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Book your ticket for Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026
