This weekend in Amsterdam (16 – 17 July), Twitch’s global community will come together in-person for the first time since 2019. Twitch CEO and co-founder Emmett Sheer and a host of Twitch creators will open the show at 10am UK time (BST) on Saturday.
TwitchCon Amsterdam will see Twitch creators from across Europe and around the world come together with 15,000 other members of the Twitch community for a weekend of performances, creator panels and meet and greets, and competitive Twitch Rivals gaming and cosplay contests. Twitch creators in attendance include:
- UK - TommyInnit, Tubbo, TaliaMar, Wilbursoot, Ebonix, RubyTrue and Smajor
- North America - Pokimane, AustinShow, Ranboolive, Karljacobs, Quackity, CaptainPuffy, 5up
- Australia - Loserfruit and Midbeast
- Spain - TheGrefg, Iamcristinini, Rubius, and Illojuan
- France - Maghla, LittleBigWhale and Ponce
- Germany - TheRealKnossi, Trymacs, AnniTheDuck and Amar
- Italy - Kurolily, Moonryde and Pow3rTV
TwitchCon Amsterdam will also see Irish drag performers DonaTarte and Nikkie Stones host TwitchCon’s first ever Drag Showcase on the main stage at 5pm BST on Saturday.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan, or just curious to find out what all the fuss is about, key events will be viewable throughout the weekend on https://www.twitch.tv/twitch
Twitch CMO and Head of International, Doug Scott, said: “We’re incredibly excited to bring the Twitch community back together after a two year hiatus. Since we last hosted TwitchCon in Berlin and San Diego two years ago, tens of millions of new creators have streamed for the first time. On Twitch, everyone plays a role in creating the moment. Attending TwitchCon is incredibly special because we finally see the magic and passion of communities formed on Twitch coming together IRL. One thing Twitch has proven, especially the past two years, is that virtual communities are just as strong, if not stronger than physical communities and can foster meaningful bonds.”
Some of the unmissable moments coming up at TwitchCon Amsterdam include:
TwitchCon Opening Ceremony:
When: 16 th July, 10-10.45am BST
Where: Glitch Theatre
What to expect: TwitchConAmsterdam 2022 kicks off with a celebration of everything Twitch! Featuring guest appearances from some of your favourite Creators and an update from Twitch CEO and co-founder, Emmett Shear.
TwitchCon Amsterdam's Drag Showcase:
When: 16 th July, 6.00-7.00pm BST
Where: Glitch Theatre
What to Expect: It’s TwitchCon’s first ever Drag Showcase and everyone’s invited! Join hosts Nikkie_Stones and DonaTarte as they bring Drag to the Glitch Stage like never before.
Twitch Rivals Ultimate Challenge III:
When: Qualifiers take place on 16 th July, 09.30am and 1.00pm, with the final on 17 th July, 1.00pm BST
Where: Twitch Rivals Arena
What to expect: Creators from across Europe will compete in a host of physical challenges and gaming contests. There will be two qualifier rounds with Creators live-streaming their POVs during the challenges.
Craftmaster Live:
When: 17 th July, 10.00am BST
Where: Twitch Rivals
What to Expect: TubNet’s Minecraft LAN will be a wildly unique event, co-produced by Twitch Rivals and Tubbo. 32 Creators will face-off in a fully custom competition of TubNet and noName Studio’s design - featuring an immersive Minecraft map/experience created specifically for this event and hosted by the mysterious Craftmaster.
For more information on TwitchCon, and the full schedule, please visit the website: https://www.twitchcon.com/amsterdam-2022/schedule/
L'Manburg's Party: A Dream SMP Reunion:
When: 16th July, 11.15am-12.15am BST
Where: Glitch Theatre
What to expect: Dream SMP reunites on Glitch Stage to relive some of their greatest moments live! It’s a dream come true. Featuring Tommyinnit, JackManifold, Adam Savage, Philza, WilburSoot, Nihachu and Tubbo.
The Ins & Outs of Charity Work and Fundraising:
When: 17 th July, 11.00am BST
Where: GivePlz
What to Expect: Join this session for advice from experienced charity fundraisers on managing stream marathons, prepping for additional attention, looking after your physical wellbeing, prepping for the emotional highs and lows, educating your mods, and post-stream self-care. Learn about the unexpected events and even the toll on mental health that may happen while fundraising on Twitch, and come out on the other side empowered to navigate this space.
