ZEvent 2026 Will Be the Last One, Organisers Say

ZEvent, one of France's most prominent charity gaming livestreams, will hold its tenth and final edition in 2026, organisers have announced.

The event, which brings together streamers broadcasting live video game sessions to raise funds for various causes, has become a fixture of the French gaming community since its creation.

Held primarily on Twitch, the platform where millions of viewers tune in to watch live gameplay, ZEvent has grown steadily in scale and public visibility over the past decade.

Explaining the decision to end the event after its tenth edition, one organiser said: "We prefer to stop at the top," indicating a wish to conclude ZEvent while it remains at the peak of its popularity and impact.

The announcement came alongside details about the upcoming edition, including its date, schedule and the roster of participating streamers, information that organisers say will be released in full closer to the event.

In a notable moment from a recent broadcast, streamer Anyme placed a live call to the Élysée, the office of the French president, requesting a donation on air, a move that generated attention among fans and media alike.

Since its first edition, ZEvent has established itself as a major charitable initiative within the gaming world, mobilising large audiences and numerous content creators around shared fundraising goals.

The decision to end the event after a decade reflects a broader trend among long-running online initiatives, where organisers choose to conclude on a high note rather than risk a gradual decline in relevance or engagement.

While the exact reasons behind the timing of the final edition have not been fully detailed, the organisers' comments suggest that maintaining the event's reputation and impact played a central role in the decision.

Fans and members of the streaming community have reacted with a mixture of nostalgia and anticipation, with many expressing hope that the tenth edition will serve as a fitting finale to the event's history.

Further information about the 2026 edition, including confirmed participants and the full programme, is expected to be released in the coming months as organisers finalise preparations for what they describe as ZEvent's last chapter.