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GodotFest 2026 is a two-day conference dedicated to the Godot Engine, the free and open-source game engine that has grown into a serious option for independent studios and professional teams alike. The event welcomes both working professionals and enthusiasts who build games, editor tools and production workflows with Godot, and it centres its programme on practical talks drawn from real projects. The conference takes place on 3–4 November 2026 at smartvillage in the centre of Munich, Germany. Alongside the talk programme, attendees can book meetings through the MeetToMatch networking platform, show their own work in a dedicated play area for Godot games, and continue conversations over catered food and drinks. The speaker lineup is announced closer to the event. For developers weighing an engine choice, maintaining a Godot-based pipeline or contributing to the engine itself, GodotFest offers a focused setting to compare techniques, see what peers are shipping and meet collaborators across the open-source game development community. As open tooling gains ground in the games industry, a gathering built around one engine's community helps practitioners turn shared knowledge into better games.
GodotFest 2026 takes place November 3–4, 2026 in Munich, Germany.
GodotFest 2026 is an in-person event.
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GodotFest brings the open-source Godot engine community to central Munich on 3–4 November, when Bavaria's capital trades beer-garden season for cosy taverns and early dusk. Game developers and tool builders gathering at smartvillage will find a city that blends a strong games and media industry with a walkable historic core. Early November is cool and often grey, with daytime highs typically in single digits Celsius, so layers matter between the venue, the U-Bahn and evening meetups.
Munich Airport (MUC) lies about 30 km north-east of the city. S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 run to the Hauptbahnhof and central stations in roughly 40–45 minutes, and the Lufthansa Express Bus serves the main station as well. Taxis are costly over this distance. Munich Hauptbahnhof is a major ICE hub with direct trains from Berlin, Frankfurt, Vienna and Zurich, and the U-Bahn network reaches most central districts within minutes.
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Mobile coverage in central Munich is reliable, though signal can drop briefly in older U-Bahn tunnels; an eSIM set up before arrival keeps maps and messaging working from the moment you land. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
Deutsches Museum. On a river island near the centre, this vast science and technology museum suits engineers and game makers alike. Its computing, aviation and physics halls deserve at least half a day; arrive near opening to see the most before crowds build. Tickets on Tiqets →
Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt. The central square with the New Town Hall glockenspiel is a natural evening starting point. Walk a few minutes south to the Viktualienmarkt food market for a quick lunch between sessions, then continue to the Asamkirche on Sendlinger Strasse.
Englischer Garten. One of Europe's largest city parks stretches north from the old town. Even in November a one-hour walk past the Eisbach river surfers and the Chinese Tower clears the head after a day of talks; go before dark, which falls around 4:45 pm.
How long does it take to reach central Munich from the airport?
S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 reach the city centre in about 40–45 minutes. Buy a ticket covering the airport zone before boarding.
What should I pack for Munich in early November?
Expect cool, often damp weather with highs in single digits Celsius; a warm coat, layers and waterproof shoes are wise.
Is cash still needed in Munich?
Cards are widely accepted, but some traditional taverns and market stalls still prefer cash, so carrying a small amount of euros helps.
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