Impressions

BRANDmania 2026: Unforgettable!

BRANDmaniacs, what was that?! On 24–25 June 2026 we turned Zeche Zollverein in Essen into a loud, colourful licensing festival. Over 1,000 people, roughly 3,000 meetings — no run‑of‑the‑mill chit‑chat, but real matches, fast pitches and collaborations that took off instantly.

Big brands, awesome newcomers, The Stage Talks, a gaming lounge, a Glow‑Up Area and an open‑air party where everyone let loose. There was coaching, partying, networking — and probably a BRANDbaby or two was born.

Now it’s your turn: scroll through the photos and feel right back in the middle of it. Fancy a replay? Same here.