Golden Demon at SPIEL Essen 2026

Golden Demon is the premier Warhammer miniature painting competition, returning to SPIEL Essen in 2026. The European leg invites painters of all levels to submit their best miniatures for a chance to win Gold, Silver and Bronze medals, as well as the prestigious Slayer Sword awarded to the overall winner. Registration requires a visitor ticket and a Golden Demon ticket, and entries must be presented in person at the registration desk. The competition runs from October 22 to October 25, 2026, with registration deadlines on October 24 at 12:00 noon. Participants can showcase their work to an international audience, receive jury feedback, and compete across 14 categories plus special Youngbloods and Open categories.

Exhibition of entries, medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze), Slayer Sword award, exposure to international audience, jury feedback.

Open to painters of all levels; Youngbloods category limited to ages 12‑15; participants must be present in person and hold a visitor ticket.