Saturday - 2nd February
All times are in Central European Time and are subject to change.
10:00 am – 11:45 am
Naoki Yoshida Keynote Address & Opening Ceremony
Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida will take to the stage to open the Fan Festival with his keynote address, so be ready for myriad announcements regarding Shadowbringers! The FFXIV development team members and special guests will then step on stage to welcome attendees to the Fan Festival 2019 in Paris!
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Development Panel featuring Ayumi Namae
Character Concept Artist Ayumi Namae, known for her famous character outfit designs such as Lyse and Yotsuyu, takes to the stage for a special panel. Join us for an in-depth presentation on how outfits are designed for some of your favourite characters!
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Glamour Contest
Discover what the community has prepared for the Eorzean Spring Collection 2019! We have selected 10 finalists from the Glamour Contest and their outfit will be showcased on stage. You’ll be able to vote for your favourite at the event or from home via Twitch!
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Cosplay Contest
They all have worked very hard to be there, so come check out what your fellow adventurers have prepared as the finalists of the Cosplay Contest take to the stage for a special catwalk! We are sure our judges will have a difficult time choosing the winners of this year’s Cosplay Contest!
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Piano Concert Performed by Benyamin Nuss ft. Susan Calloway*
Sit down, relax and be ready to be blown away by the talent of both of these two fabulous artists. If you were at the Fan Festival 2017 in Frankfurt, you will remember Benyamin Nuss, the multi-award winning pianist. We are delighted to have him join us again to close the first day. The vocalist Susan Calloway will also join Benyamin Nuss on stage to treat attendees to another moving performance of fan-favourite anthems.
* Concerts will not be broadcasted.