If you're a fan of tabletop games in the digital space, Steam's most anticipated event is almost here! Steam Board Game Fest 2026 is back, celebrating digital versions of classic board games and giving you the chance to expand your collection with unbeatable deals.

Here’s what you need to know about this year’s festival:

Steam Board Game Fest 2026: Dates and Details

Steam brings the tabletop gaming community together at the end of January with major sales and demo events. If you’ve been waiting for digital editions of classics like Catan, Terraforming Mars, or Gloomhaven, now’s your time.

Event Schedule

• Start: Monday, 26 January 2026

• End: Monday, 2 February 2026

• Time: The event usually starts and ends at 9:00 PM (Europa time).

What’s Waiting for You at the Fest?

1. Huge Discounts: Grab major price drops on top board game adaptations, card games, and strategy titles.

2. Free Demos: Try out demos of many tabletop games for free, including unreleased or rare titles.

3. Developer Streams: Tune in to live broadcasts from game creators for strategy tips and first looks at new projects.

4. Genre Variety: The festival isn’t just about classic board games; deckbuilders, turn-based strategy, and digital chess will also be in the spotlight.

Must-Have Games for Your Wishlist

Found a great deal? Don’t miss these top picks during the festival:

• Wingspan: A relaxing birdwatching favourite with plenty of strategic depth.

• Root: Asymmetric battles for control of the forest.

• Slay the Spire: One of the best deckbuilding games out there.

• Tabletop Simulator: Create your own games or play thousands of community mods on this huge platform.