Events
Welcome to the official events page for the Games of the Future – your go-to destination for everything happening around this groundbreaking tournament. Here, you'll find details about upcoming competitions, experiences, and many other phygital events. So, whether you're an athlete, gamer, or phygital fan, check back regularly to keep up-to-date with the latest developments.
Games of the Future 2026 – Astana
Kazakhstan’s capital Astana hosted Games of the Future 2026 from 29 July-9 August. Multiple venues across the city were used to stage competitions – including Barys Arena, Qazaqstan Sports Complex, Beeline Arena and the Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Martial Arts Palace (also known as Jekpejek). Eight new champions were crowned over the 12 days of competition and the tournament was watched by record audiences worldwide.
Click below to visit the official GOTF 2026 website or to see all the results. You can also watch all the matches from Astana, including highlights and behind-the-scenes access, on the official Games of the Future streaming platform Phygital+ .
Phygital Contenders 2026 Astana
Before the Games of the Future 2026, there was one final stage of qualifying – Phygital Contenders. On 10-14 June, teams gathered in Kazakhstan's capital to fight for their place in Phygital Football, Phygital Basketball and Phygital Dancing.
It was an action-packed event full of drama and excitement. Click below for all the results and exclusive highlights.
Games of the Future 2025 – Abu Dhabi
Last December, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) hosted the spectacular Games of the Future 2025. This magnificent venue greeted thousands of phygital athletes and fans for an unforgettable tournament that marked the climax of the phygital calendar.
Thousand of spectators packed the arenas to catch a glimpse of the non-stop action, while many millions more watched live around the world. It was a truly global event that perfectly showcased how thrilling the fusion of physical and digital sports can be.
You can relive all the action by visiting our GOTF 2025 Abu Dhabi website or tuning into tv.gofuture.games for incredible footage and exclusive behind-the-senes access.
Phygital Contenders 2025 Abu Dhabi
In the lead-up to the Games of the Future 2025, the world’s top phygital athletes gathered in the heart of the UAE for Phygital Contenders: Abu Dhabi – Football. This was a high-voltage, elimination-style qualifier where only the best performers would secure their spot. The stakes were huge and the atmosphere fizzed with tension. Relive the journey of the athletes who earned their right to compete on the biggest stage in phygital sport.
