AI, content creation, and storytelling are the focus of the new 'MFG Akademie' program for the first half of 2026. Parallel to the seminar program, there are 2026 dates for industry get-togethers, including the Open Stage Games BW events and the Gamestate Festival BW.
Every year, the 'MFG Akademie' offers a variety of seminars on current topics in the creative industries. In the first half of the year, the MFG Medien- und Filmgesellschaft Baden-Württemberg academy will focus on three topics: AI, content creation, and storytelling. The seminars will also cover a wide range of aspects. For example, there will be a seminar on "AI and copyright in cultural production" and another on "Using AI tools creatively and legally." Of course, the program is rounded off by other non-AI-specific training courses for companies from all creative industries. Topics here include "Newsletters and Email Marketing", "Podcasts", and "Short Videos for Social Media."
As part of the academy program, MFG has also announced several dates for its networking activities. The next Open Stage Games BW events are planned for March 4 in Karlsruhe and May 6 in Stuttgart. The Gamestate Festival BW is scheduled for July 10. The festival will take place in Karlsruhe.
You can find the dates for Games BW, along with many other trade fairs, events, and networking events, in our calendar of events.
