Case Study

DreamHack Dallas

DreamHack, one of the world’s largest esports festivals, made its Dallas debut in 2019. For the first time, it combined the iconic DreamHack festival with the Corsair Masters Arena under one roof.

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Goals

The event aimed to deliver a seamless, multi-faceted experience for esports fans, players, and exhibitors by combining multiple major events under one roof. Key priorities included ensuring smooth logistics, supporting live streaming needs, and creating a polished, immersive environment both onsite and online.

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Audience

DreamHack Dallas welcomed a diverse global audience, including esports teams, gaming enthusiasts, cosplayers, indie developers, musicians, and content creators. In-person attendees ranged from casual fans to industry professionals, while millions more tuned in through live streaming platforms.

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Solutions

The Trade Group’s comprehensive event support services helped DreamHack Dallas set a new standard for esports festivals. Key responsibilities included:

  • Venue selection assistance and logistics coordination.
  • Labor scheduling, freight management, shipping, and drayage services.
  • Exhibitor communications, move-in/move-out management, and essential booth services.
  • Rigging, stage carpeting, and AV installation to support live tournaments and broadcasts.
  • Ensuring the venue was ready for both in-person attendees and high-quality live streams.

The coordination of multiple vendor services, exhibitor needs, and event buildouts helped create a streamlined experience across the event's many moving parts.

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Results

DreamHack Dallas was hailed as the best North American DreamHack event to date. Exhibitors praised the clear organization and communication, while event organizers noted improvements in planning, logistics, and the overall attendee experience.

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