RuneFest is Jagex’s community event for RuneScape players and developers, with live programming and game-specific announcements. The 2026 event took place at NEC Birmingham on 3–4 October and has ended. To catch up, look for the RuneScape Summit recording on the official RuneScape Twitch channel and read Jagex’s 2027 Roadmap roundup.
What is RuneFest?
RuneFest is Jagex’s gathering for the RuneScape community and its developers. Its programming spans RuneScape, Old School RuneScape, and RuneScape: Dragonwilds. The 2026 edition included show-floor activities, the Golden Gnome Awards, an Old School RuneScape PvP Invitational, and game Summits. It was part of RuneScape’s 25th-anniversary year.
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Jagex’s announcement and anniversary listing describe the event: RuneFest is Back for 2026! and 25 years of RuneScape.
How to follow RuneFest now
Watch for the Summit recording
Jagex’s post-event roundup directs viewers to the official RuneScape Twitch channel for the Summit recording. Check the channel for its current availability; the published direction does not guarantee that a recording remains accessible indefinitely.
#1 Best Overall
- Grab your capes and party hats, because we’re going to Gielinor!
- Inspired by the record-breaking online universe that’s captured the imagination of millions worldwide, RuneScape Kingdoms: Shadow of Elvarg is the official cooperative board game for 1-5 players.
Read the written recap
Jagex’s RuneScape 2027 Roadmap roundup summarizes announcements from the Summit. The recording and roundup are different ways to catch up: one is video, the other is a written account.
When and where was RuneFest 2026?
RuneFest 2026 was held at NEC Birmingham on 3–4 October 2026. The event is over, so its ticket and schedule details are historical rather than options for attending now.
Rank #2
- Immerse yourself in a thrilling tabletop adventure filled with strategy, storytelling, and dynamic character interactions designed to challenge every decision.
- Experience high replayability through immersive roleplay, unpredictable encounters, and evolving tactical choices that keep every session intense and fresh.
- Master your destiny with customizable heroes, intricate quests, and deep world-building that fuel creative expression and competitive gameplay.
- Perfect for RPG enthusiasts seeking complex mechanics, cooperative missions, and richly detailed scenarios that spark imagination and rivalry.
- Premium components, atmospheric artwork, and narrative depth make this board game a must-have centerpiece for any tabletop gaming collection.
What was the livestream schedule?
Jagex scheduled the main event livestream to begin on Saturday, 3 October at 2pm BST (1pm UTC, 9am ET, or 6am PT). The RuneScape Summit was scheduled for that day from 7–7:45pm BST (6pm UTC, 2pm ET, or 11am PT) and was previewed as covering future plans, including the 2027 roadmap. These were the 2026 broadcast times, not a current live schedule. See Jagex’s RuneFest 2026 Final Preview for the original schedule.
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Jagex’s final preview listed a Twitch shrimp badge for viewers who watched for one hour on any of these channels: Official RuneScape, Official Old School RuneScape, Official RuneScape Dragonwilds, or Official Jagex. This was a promotion tied to the 2026 event; the preview does not establish that the reward can still be claimed.
Quick Recap
Rank #4
- Deep in the dangerous wasteland to the north east — the place they call the Wilderness — lies the lair of the King Black Dragon. A fearsome, three-headed beast infamous for dealing burning, freezing, electrifying, poisonous death to unfortunate adventurers. But lucky for you, Bob the Cat is here to lend a helping paw! Still, you may want to say a prayer before taking this quest on…
- The King Black Dragon expansion grows your RuneScape Kingdoms universe with an infamous new boss to face, Bob the Cat to meet, Prayer skill to master, Wilderness location to explore, and a whole new campaign, A Cat’s Tale of Triple Trouble, that will test your dragon-slaying mettle!
- It’s packed with new side quests, vault cards, and events, plus new items to discover, craft, and equip on your path to victory.
- Please note, you’ll need a copy of RuneScape Kingdoms: Shadow of Elvarg to use this expansion.
Rank #3
- CATCH THE CHAMELEON: A bluffing board game where players must race to catch the chameleon before It's too late
- ONE SECRET WORD: In this board game for adults and family everyone knows the secret word - except for the player with the chameleon card
- DON'T GET CAUGHT: Use hidden codes, carefully chosen words, and a bit of finger-pointing to track down the guilty player... Before the imposter blends in and escapes!
- EASY TO LEARN, QUICK TO PLAY: Like all good family board games, it takes 2 minutes to learn and only 15 minutes to play. Recommended for 3-8 players and ages 12+
- MULTI-AWARD WINNING: "Best Party Game" At UK games expo. "Seal of excellence" From dice tower games. A perfect board game for adults and teenagers
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