The Esports Foundation has locked in Paris Expo Porte de Versailles as the official venue for the Esports World Cup 2026, which features a record-breaking $75 million prize pool. Running from July 6 through August 23, 2026, the seven-week event will gather more than 2,000 players competing across 25 different competitions.
Where is the Esports World Cup 2026 being held?
The tournament will occupy the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris, France. This venue previously hosted events such as the TFT Open in 2025 and served as a major site during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The location will house the competition arenas, broadcast operations and fan activation zones for the entire duration of the series.
When do Esports World Cup 2026 tickets go on sale?
Tickets become available on May 29, 2026, through the official event platform. Organizers are offering several access tiers, including a Regular Tournament Pass for single-game access and a Premium Tournament Pass that grants fast-track entry and gold tier seating. You can buy tickets for the event here.
When does Counter-Strike 2 start at EWC 2026?
The Counter-Strike 2 tournament is scheduled for the final week of the event, running from August 19 through August 23, 2026. It shares the closing week with Fortnite, Trackmania and CROSSFIRE. Other major titles like VALORANT and Dota 2 will take place earlier in July, establishing a packed schedule for the 200 clubs involved.
