Draguignan Ignites with Geek Energy: the 2025 Gaming Festival Turns the Var into a Digital Entertainment Capital

From 21 to 23 November 2025, the Complexe Saint-Exupéry will become the beating heart of France’s geek scene with the fourth edition of the Draguignan Gaming Festival, the only event in the Var entirely dedicated to video games, esports and pop culture. After welcoming more than 20,000 visitors across its first three editions, the festival returns with an expanded programme and the ambition to establish itself as one of the leading digital events in Southern France.

The 2025 edition aims to turn the DGF into a true hub for esports and emerging technologies, while offering national visibility to the Dracénie and its creative ecosystem.

One of the most anticipated highlights is the presence of four renowned French voice actors, appearing together for the first time: Alexis Tomassian (voice of Eminem and Fry in Futurama), Jean-Philippe Puymartin (Tom Cruise, Woody in Toy Story), Kelly Marot (Jennifer Lawrence, Sansa Stark) and Lila Lacombe (Anya in Spy x Family, Demon Slayer). A unique opportunity for fans of cinema and animation.

The 2025 schedule will be packed with activities: esports tournaments featuring the biggest titles — Fortnite, Valorant, Rocket League, League of Legends, Call of Duty Black Ops 7, Tekken 8, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, FC26 — as well as the spectacular BrawlStars “Stars Challenge”. Dedicated areas will showcase virtual reality experiences, retrogaming stations and professional driving simulators, offering immersive entertainment for all ages.

Cosplay fans will once again enjoy parades and competitions scheduled over the weekend, alongside geek-themed quizzes, TCG card tournaments (Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic, Lorcana), signing sessions and interactive missions inspired by One Piece and I Boss Leggendari. More than 35 exhibitors will complete the experience with collectibles, figurines, handmade crafts and original creations.

Alongside entertainment, the DGF will host conferences exploring topics such as artificial intelligence in video games and the evolution of cosplay culture, as well as a professional area designed for digital entrepreneurs and local start-ups.

Committed to inclusion and accessibility, the festival offers family-friendly ticket prices and a dedicated “Inclusive Pass” for visitors with disabilities or economic vulnerabilities.

With over 8,000 attendees expected, an estimated social reach of 3 million people and NRJ Var as official radio partner, the 2025 edition confirms the DGF as a key event for the region’s cultural and economic development, blending fun, innovation and community.

Where: Complexe Saint-Exupéry, Place de la Paix – Draguignan
When: 21–23 November 2025, 10:00–18:00
Tickets: From €7 in presale (free admission for children under 10)