EVE Fanfest 2025: Program Reveal & Megablog

Celebratory Capsuleers, 

Get ready to storm Reykjavik as EVE Fanfest returns, 1-3 May, 2025. Incoming pilots from all corners of New Eden are warping to the northernmost capital of the world to meet the fleet, enjoy exclusive events, and summon the spirit of EVE at otherworldly parties & epic entertainments. For those joining from home, jump on the Fanfest Live Stream to catch the main program on Friday and Saturday. See the full EVE Fanfest 2025 schedule here. 

This year, festival goers will experience the majesty of Harpa, Reykjavik’s crown jewel concert hall – the main festival venue where celebrations will kick off 1 May. Build you own on-site  Fanfest agenda here.

Registration 

Upon arriving in Reykjavik, capsuleers can get their EVE Fanfest 2025 Access Pass at the ground floor of Harpa Conference & Concert Hall. Dates and times for pickup are as follows (all times are listed in UTC):

• Wednesday, 30 April 12:00 - 19:00 - Pre-registration

• Thursday, 1 May 9:00 - 18:00 - General registration

• Friday, 2 May 9:00 - 17:00 - Registration 

• Saturday, 3 May 9:00 - 17:00 - Registration

Live Stream Program

For those who can’t be with us at Harpa in person, have no fear. Fanfest 2025 will be streaming live on the CCP Twitch Channel so capsuleers near and far can still get in on the mayhem.

Note: all times listed are in UTC. Starting Friday 2 May at 9:30, join other Fanfest attendees for fascinating presentations, interviews with devs & EVE players, and guest keynote speeches by Dr. Ronald Turner of NASA and the legendary Dr. Becky Smethurst.

Dr. Becky’s guest keynote, titled It's Not Easy Growing a Supermassive Black Hole, explores how supermassive black holes get so big, and challenges common misconceptions surrounding these mysterious objects. Using cutting-edge science to come to a better understanding of the nature of black holes, Dr. Becky will also revisit iconic pop culture references to black holes and wormholes to debunk scientific inaccuracies. We can’t wait.

For everyone joining the live stream, keep an eye out for Twitch Drops and in-game rewards you’re eligible for just by watching. The EVE keynote takes place on Friday, 2 May at 16:00. 

On Saturday, 3 May, join us for major highlights you definitely don’t want to miss. Starting at 10:00, watch the stunning Art of EVE presentation hosted by the Art team. At 11:00 it’s all eyes on the EVE Vanguard keynote as the team drops super juicy reveals you’re gonna want to know. This will be followed up by an exciting EVE Expansion keynote at 12:30. 

On top of it all, our celebrated hosts will be here to unite the EVE community and create a dynamic live stream experience for everyone. Meet your hosts! 

Make sure to tune in – it’s the next best thing to being here!

On-site Program

Experienced attendees know that Fanfest programming is legendary, and this year is no different. Visiting pilots can access the Fanfest 2025 schedule guide where they can plan their festival experience and get an overview of the wealth of exciting events and activities on offer. Learn more about this year’s confirmed speakers.

Floorplan

Panel Discussions

Take part in fascinating panels second to none! It’s a veritable feast of knowledge out there, and Fanfest panel discussions bring the very best to you. Join us for talks ranging from economy & policy to black holes, and the very future of EVE.

New to Fanfest this year, Little Things is a panel designed to spark dialogue on the quality of life changes players would like to see to improve the everyday EVE experience.

Another newcomer is the Undocking into a New World fan-focused fireside chat, where players get the chance to share memories of their earliest EVE experiences. Get ready for a charming, interactive session where personal connection to EVE is at its core.

Following the EVE Online Expansion Keynote on Saturday, 3 May, we have two Panels dedicated to the upcoming expansion scheduled in the Main Stage - Eldborg hall. To ask a question during the panel on-site, please line up at the designated queue area on the ground floor of hall, near the stage.

Whether you call it a panel discussion, roundtable, or a fireside chat, you’ll leave this year’s talks feeling informed and inspired. 

Player presentations

EVE Fanfest is the ultimate gathering of EVE players; a place where capsuleers from across the cluster come together to celebrate the universe they call home. And no celebration would be complete without a word from the pilots who shape New Eden. Meet the EVE Fanfest player presenters here.

EVE and CCP presentations

Buckle up for first-hand insights delivered by CCP Games devs on the latest in-game updates and the future of the EVE universe. 

Browse all EVE Online, EVE Vanguard, EVE Frontier and EVE Galaxy Conquest Fanfest 2025 dev presentations and panels here, as well as talks on Real Space & Science, Carbon technology and fueling the building blocks of EVE, in-game art and EVE economics.

Central Point and Frontier hands-on experiences

Join us for EVE Online Leaderboards and  EVE Vanguard demos in Central Point at Harpa. 

For presentations on building the EVE Frontier, panel discussion and a chance to play the latest pre-release meet us at the Frontier. 

EVE Fanfest x Lady Brewery – Fanfest Beer

Building on the great tradition of custom crafted Fanfest beverages, we’re happy to share that the official Fanfest 2025 beer is an exclusive brew created in partnership with Lady Brewery, a brewery well-known for its bold and creative approach to beer-making. This intergalactic concoction will be available as an ideal collector’s item for EVE Online fans in the EVE Fanfest store.

EVE Fanfest x Eimverk - 20 Years in Space Collectors Whisky

At Fanfest 2023, we debuted a celebratory set of expertly distilled whisky and gin from local craft distillery Eimverk. These special EVE Online 20 Years in Space Collector's bottles are extremely limited, available only to Fanfest attendees. You can order your set at Eimverk distillery’s booth in the Trade Hub, so don’t miss out on your chance to purchase these exceptional Icelandic spirits.

Fanfest Trade Hub

The Trade Hub is the bustling center of commerce during Fanfest, featuring the EVE Merch store. Here you’ll find designer EVE-themed items from apparel to accessories and home décor.

Art Corner

A Fanfest classic, the Art Corner gives attendees a sneak peek behind the scenes. Fans can check out concept art, creation demos, and portraits, and chat with artists about the aesthetics of New Eden.

Data Booth

This is your chance to get a personalized CONCORD Capsuleer Profile from the Data Team. All proceeds from the Data Booth go to support the Reykjavik Children’s Hospital.

CCP Recruitment Booth

Interested in working on the future of New Eden? The CCP Games HR team will be on site to answer any questions you may have about potential career opportunities. If your dream is to create worlds, make sure to stop in and say hi.

EVE Board Game: Titan Forge

Titan Forge offers Fanfest visitors an exclusive chance to try out the immersive EVE board game they’ve developed. 

EVE Artistry Bazaar

Where EVE players meet to sell art. Visit Lloyd George, have a chat and purchase some of his original artwork.

Genolution Resculpting Bay - Tattoo, Hair, Makeup

Feel like a galactic glow up? Capsuleers interested in EVE aesthetics can visit Genolution Resculpting Bay, a Fanfest classic where style experts offer transformative hair and makeup looks worthy of the cosmic elite.

Also returning this year is the tattoo booth where attendees can permanently commemorate their Fanfest experience with stunning EVE-inspired tattoo art.

Hyper Wheel

Feeling lucky? Spin the Wheel of Fortune for awesome in-game rewards. Proceeds generated at this booth also go to support the Reykjavik Children’s Hospital, so spin away!

Pilot License Services

Always wanted to get your Capsuleer Pilot License? This is your chance. Stop by the EVE Volunteers Pilot License Services booth, and while you’re at it, make a donation to the Reykjavik Children’s Hospital. You’ll also get your choice of Swag for Good when you make a donation.

Silent Auction

Your chance to secure treasures from amongst an amazing assortment of rare and desirable pieces of CCP and EVE memorabilia. Proceeds from every purchase go to support the Reykjavik Children’s Hospital – a very good reason to take some special items home with you.

Experience Spatial Audio

Experience the positional accuracy of spatial audio in this tech demo. Open Thursday and Friday.

Granular Memories of EVE -  Chillx

A generative audio-visual installation inspired by EVE Online's original soundtrack. Located right next to the Trade Hub area in Ríma. Open Friday and Saturday.

IGI - Iceland Gaming Expo

Meet with developers of the growing video game industry, try out some exclusive demos and new releases.

UI Safe Space

If you’ve ever had concerns about UI-related issues, this is the venue for you. Those looking for user support for mis-clicked drones and lost UIs can come to the UI Safe Space and have their opinions and issues heard.

And that’s not all! Believe it or not, we have even more surprises in store for you at the Trade Hub to discover during the festival.

EVE Frontier Hackathon 2025

A fantastic way to kickoff Fanfest 2025. Following the massive success of the first-ever Frontier Hackathon in 2023, the hackathon is back 29 April - 1 May. We’re welcoming talented hackers both in-person and remotely to this three-day event to develop new tools that will support the community and expand the vision for EVE Frontier.

Come compete for incredible prizes, present your work to industry experts, and have a hand in building truly amazing resources for the EVE community. Learn more about Frontier Hackathon 2025.

Party at the Top of the World at Harpa

A night every pilot will remember. The Party at the Top of the World lets loose on Saturday, 3 May, signalling a spectacular end to Fanfest 2025 celebrations. The main stage can be found in Harpa’s Norðurljós room, where doors open at 20:00 and DJ Viktor Birgiss sets the pace for the night.

Next up will be a special performance by the EVE Audio Team with a very special performance in the form of Wormhole Music Research Laboratories. CCP Games’ in-house band Crowd Kon7rol is making their second appearance at Fanfest and so is FM Belfast, making a return to fanfest since their epic show in Laugardalshöll Arena in 2011. Get ready for a magical night with your fellow capsuleers!

20:00 - House opens

21:00 - EVE Audio presents: Wormhole Music Research Laboratories - LIVE

22:00 -  Crowd Kon7rol - LIVE

23:00 - FM Belfast - LIVE

00:00 - DJ Viktor Birgiss

Community Events: Tours, Parties & Social Gatherings

Fanfest boasts a plethora of tours and community events happening during the EVE Fanfest 2025 Week beyond the main venue, that will immerse capsuleers from around the globe in Icelandic culture and natural beauty.

Catch a local cult classic Viking film at the beloved Bíó Paradís cinema in a special showing authorized by the film’s director. Enjoy a beer or two with fellow capsuleers and immerse yourself in this legendary Icelandic tale of violence and revenge.

This year, popular tours include Golden Circle and West Iceland tours with EVE Devs, the Sisters of EVE South Iceland tour and the Into the Glacier tours. There’ll also be the biggest EVE Online LAN party ever, a special Fanfest Reykjavik city walking tour, and of course, pub crawls.

Speaking of pub crawls, you can look forward to an unforgettable evening of partying, socializing, and all-around shenanigans on our famous Pub Crawl tours. There’s a traditional Pub Crawl (alcoholic) and a Gourmet Edition Walking Tour (non-alcoholic) for the foodies among you. 

For those who can’t quite get enough of a good thing, join us after the pub crawl at the Fleet-Up Party in the elegant Gamla Bíó venue in downtown Reykjavik. Show up around 21:00 and have a great time socializing with players and devs alike. Pub Crawl tickets include entrance to the sold-out Fleet-Up Party. Top off your Friday night fun with complimentary Fanfest beers!

Some of these events are free and open to everyone, while tickets to others are sold separately. Check availability for tickets here.  

More great ways to experience the culture of Reykjavik:

• Visit to the Expanded Monument

• SkyLagoon Soak

• Midweek Bar Mixers

• Queer Night & Karaoke

• Gourmet Walking Tour

• FlyOver Iceland 

• Tweetfleet Karaoke

Click for more details about events in the EVE Fanfest 2025 Week.

EVE FANFEST WEEK 2025 Schedule

Monday 28 April · 17:00-22:00 – EVE Fanfest Pre-Advance Mixer at Lemmy – FREE & open to all 

Tuesday 29 April · 17:00-22:00 – EVE Fanfest Pre-Advanced Mixer at Bullseye

Wednesday 30 April 

8:00-18:00 – Wonders of West Iceland with Perla & EVE Devs – Departure from Harpa

9:00-17:00 – Golden Circle Tour with EVE Devs – Departure from Harpa

8:30-19:00 – Into the Glacier – Departure from Harpa 

12:00-18:00 – The (LAN) Party at the Top of the World at Arena – Departure from Harpa

12:00-19:00 – Pre-Registration at Fanfest Info Desk - Harpa

20:00-22:00 – Fanfest Pub Quiz at Brewdog – Free and open to everyone

20:30-01:00 – Tweetfleet Karaoke at Dubliner & Bird – Free and open to everyone

21:00-23:00 – Cult Classic Viking Film Screening – Bíó Paradís cinema - tickets HERE

Thursday 1 May 

10:00 - 18:00 – EVE Fanfest 2025 official program in Harpa

3:00-14:00 – EVE Monument Walking Tour – Departure from Harpa – Free and open to everyone

14:00-15:00 – FlyOver Iceland with EVE Devs

17:00-18:00 – Opening Day Wrap-Up Mixer at Harpa - Trade Hub – Free and open to everyone

18:00-21:00 – Charity Dinner at CCP Games Gróska HQ

20:00-01:00  – Queeraoke at Kiki Bar – Free and open to everyone

20:00-21:30 – Fanfest Reykjavik City Walking Tour - Departs from Harpa

22:00-01:00 – Capsuleer Carnage: Metal Mayhem w/ DJs CCP Duckling & CCP Rzarector at the Lemmý bar – Free and open to everyone 

Friday 2 May 

9:00 - Registration opens at Harpa

10:00 - 18:00 – EVE Fanfest 2025 official program in Harpa

8:00-18:00 – Sisters of EVE Tour - South Iceland – Departure from Harpa

18:00-21:00 – Foodie Walking Tour: Gourmet Edition - Departure from Harpa

19:00-21:00 – Pub Crawl - Departure from Harpa

21:00-01:00 – Friday Fleet-Up Party – Gamla Bíó

Saturday 3 May

9:00 - Registration opens at Harpa

10:00 - 18:00 – EVE Fanfest 2025 official program in Harpa

20:00-01:00 – Party at the Top of the World – Harpa

Sunday 4 May

14:00-17:00 – Sunday Soak at the Sky Lagoon – Informal chill with amazing views, book your own ticket through Sky Lagoon - Open to everyone

Getting Around Town

Even though Reykjavik isn’t huge by world standards, getting around can take up precious time you could otherwise spend at a mixer event! Harpa is centrally located right downtown, so you can consider these options if you’d like to get from A to B even faster. And, well, save your energy for better things, like the Party at the Top of the World.

• Public bus service

• Hopp electric scooters

• Hopp rideshare

Fanfest Partners

Reykjavik is full of great places to eat and drink, and for Fanfest 2025, only the best will do. We’ve partnered with many fine establishments around the city where capsuleers will be especially welcome during the festival week. Go ahead and enjoy yourself - your EVE Fanfest ticket or badge will get you access to a variety of discounts at any of our partner restaurants and bars.

Make the most out of your stay in Reykjavik and Iceland. Check out Fanfest 2025 discounts at selected hotels, Europcar car rental, the FlyBus, and tour experiences that include FlyOver Iceland, Perlan, the Lava Show out at Grandi and Volcano Express at the K2 floor of Harpa.

Check out the list of Fanfest partners bars, restaurants, hotels and tour operators here.

Fanfest restaurants at Harpa

We’ve teamed up with Hnoss at the ground floor of Harpa, right next to the Trade Hub, for a special EVE Fanfest menu during all three festival days, 11:00-18:00.

La Primavera on Harpa’s fourth floor, host of some legendary Charity Dinners in the past, is open evenings (18:00-21:15) providing a special 3-course Fanfest menu- available when booked directly via email harpa@laprimavera.is  

Harpa: Accessibility, Car parking and Venue information

• Accessibility in Harpa

• Car Park in Harpa is open 24 hours a day

• Cloakroom is open for Fanfest attendees on K1 floor

• Harpa information

Fanfest Code of Conduct

CCP Games is firmly committed to providing a welcoming, friendly, and safe experience for participants and attendees at all our events, including EVE Fanfest 2025. Your ethnicity, religion, gender, ability, socioeconomic status, sexual preference, or country of origin should not be a factor in whether you can enjoy being part of our events.

CCP Games Event Code of Conduct

See You Soon!

We can’t wait to welcome you to Reykjavik for EVE Fanfest 2025. Celebrating the eternal world of New Eden is always better together, and we’re excited to welcome everyone back - in person or online. For more information on travelling to Reykjavik, check out this helpful guide.

EVE Fanfest 2025 Program disclaimer:

We reserve the right to make changes to the EVE Fanfest 2025 program, including but not limited to the schedule, speakers, sessions, and venues. All updates will be communicated as promptly as possible.