The Insomnia Gaming Festival is gearing up to make its mark once again, announcing an exciting partnership with EPIC.LAN, a well-known name in the UK gaming community. This collaboration promises to enhance the infrastructure of the upcoming i74 expo, scheduled for next year in Staffordshire.
Insomnia and EPIC.LAN Partnership
The upcoming i74 event will benefit from EPIC.LAN’s expertise as it takes on the role of networking provider. This partnership is strategic, as the event moves to its new home at the Staffordshire County Showgrounds. This fresh venue will accommodate up to 1,400 LAN party attendees and a sprawling 20,000 square foot arena dedicated to the Insomnia expo. Tickets for the event, which runs from April 30th to May 3rd, 2026, are available on Insomnia’s official website.
EPIC.LAN’s Continued Influence
EPIC.LAN is no stranger to organizing significant gaming events in the UK, having recently wrapped up its EPIC46 event alongside Intel Gaming. The next major event on its calendar, EPIC47, is set to occur just before the i74 expo, from February 19th to 22nd, 2026. This timing underscores the event organizer’s bustling schedule and active involvement in the gaming scene.
Revival and Renewal of Insomnia
Insomnia has a storied history, renowned for hosting one of the UK’s longest-running LAN parties for over 25 years. However, the event faced a challenging period following a controversial exit in 2024, which involved layoffs and unresolved payments. Since its relaunch without Player1 Events, Insomnia has made significant efforts to rebuild its reputation, addressing past grievances and forming new partnerships. The event has aligned with organizations like Modern Wolf and Protec for a stronger presence and is collaborating with High Viz Media for enhanced online content. As Insomnia looks ahead, it continues to innovate and expand its reach within the global gaming community.