Get Ready for Future Fest 2026!

Future Fest Connect was born from a simple but powerful idea: Let’s bring a gaming and tech conference to Durham NC.

Working with multiple talented individuals in the field as well as veterans in the industry, Durham’s very own home grown expo, Future Fest Connect, is created. Future Fest Connect is a celebration of what is to come in the gaming and technology world by showcasing developers, creatives, and industry leaders while connecting the community to education and workforce pathways.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between industry and community through gaming and technology by creating a space where ideas are shared freely, career questions are answered, and connections that help navigate a lifetime. Future Fest Connect is a pipeline to the future you want.