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The esports ecosystem has become larger and more crowded than ever in 2026, with major tournaments taking place almost every month across various titles. Naturally, it can become overwhelming for fans to follow their favorite titles without missing key moments.

To help ease the process, this esports calendar highlights the most critical Tier 1 tournaments for every month of 2026, including their respective prize pools, locations, and how to watch.

Note: This page will be updated throughout the year as new events are announced.

Tournament Schedule

Browse the full 2026 esports roadmap.

Aug

August 2026 Esports Events

Events

Prize Pool

$2.40M

The season peaks in August, with world-class action and massive prize pools. Also, Dota 2 will see the Aegis of the Immortal hoisted at the 15th annual International.

Featured Event

Event to Watch This Month:

The International 2026 (TI15)

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DATE	EVENT NAME	GAME	LOCATION	PRIZE POOL
Aug 8-9, 2026	FNCS Major 2	Fortnite	🌐 Online	TBD
Aug 12-23, 2026	Esports World Cup 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia	$2,000,000
Aug 13-23, 2026	The International 2026 (TI15)	Dota 2	🌐 Shanghai, China	TBD
Aug 26 – Sep 6, 2026	BLAST Open Fall 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Copenhagen, Denmark	$400,000

Sep

September 2026 Esports Events

Events

Prize Pool

$3.45M

With VALORANT Champions taking center stage, September becomes the second turning point, blending the world title with a fresh run, resetting the rhythm for the season’s closing months.

Featured Event

Event to Watch This Month:

Valorant Champions 2026

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DATE	EVENT NAME	GAME	LOCATION	PRIZE POOL
Sep 7-13, 2026	FISSURE Playground #5	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Shenzhen, China	$1,000,000
Sep 15-20, 2026	RLCS 2026 – World Championship	Rocket League	🌐 Fort Worth, Texas	$1,200,000
Sep 17-20, 2026	StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Barcelona, Spain	$250,000
Sep 17-27, 2026	PGL Wallachia Season 9	Dota 2	🌐 Bucharest, Romania	$1,000,000
Sep 29 – Oct 11, 2026	BLAST Slam VIII	Dota 2	🌐 Malta	$1,000,000
Sep 24 - Oct 18, 2026	VALORANT Champions 2026	VALORANT	🌐 Shanghai, China	$2,250,000

Oct

October 2026 Esports Events

Events

Prize Pool

$1.93M

October puts a spotlight on the women’s esports scene, with the VALORANT Game Changers Championship uniting the best female teams to compete on the biggest stage.

Featured Event

Event to Watch This Month:

Valorant Game Changers Championship

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DATE	EVENT NAME	GAME	LOCATION	PRIZE POOL
Oct 3-11, 2026	ESL Pro League Season 24	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Katowice, Poland	$300,000
Oct 10-11, 2026	FNCS Major 3	Fortnite	🌐 Online	TBD
Oct 9-12, 2026	Evolution Championship Series: France 2026	Multi-title	🌐 Nice, France	TBD
Oct 13-18, 2026	Forge of Legends 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 TBD	$500,000
Oct 14-18, 2026	Thunderpick World Championship 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Malta	$500,000
Oct 22 – Nov 2, 2026	PGL Belgrade 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Belgrade, Serbia	$625,000
TBD	VALORANT Game Changers Championship	VALORANT	🌐 TBD	TBD

Nov

November 2026 Esports Events

Events

Prize Pool

$4.90M

November feels like the last true battleground, as teams fight through high-stakes tournaments that will define an entire season’s legacy.

Featured Event

Event to Watch This Month:

FNCS Global Championship

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DATE	EVENT NAME	GAME	LOCATION	PRIZE POOL
Nov 2-8, 2026	Intel Extreme Masters China 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 China	$300,000
Nov 11-15, 2026	BLAST Rivals Fall 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 TBD	$350,000
Nov 17-29, 2026	BLAST Slam IX	Dota 2	🌐 TBD	$1,000,000
Nov 25 – Dec 13, 2026	PGL Major Singapore 2026	Counter-Strike 2	🌐 Kallang, Singapore	$1,250,000
TBD	FNCS Global Championship	Fortnite	🌐 TBD	$2,000,000
TBD	BLAST R6 Major	Rainbow Six Siege	🌐 TBD	TBD

Dec

December 2026 Esports Events

Events

Prize Pool

$1.00M

December is the “off-season” for most Tier 1 titles, serving as a well-deserved break for players and a time for roster shuffles. However, the Global Games Show and Tier 1 tournaments of the ESL Pro Tour for the 2026/2027 season also kick off in December.

Featured Event

Event to Watch This Month:

Global Esports Federation (GEF) World Finals

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DATE	EVENT NAME	GAME	LOCATION	PRIZE POOL
Dec 2-13, 2026	ESL Pro Tour: Dota 2 Tournament 1	Dota 2	🌐 TBD	$1,000,000
Dec 10-11, 2026	Global Games Show	Esports Summit	🌐 Abu Dhabi, UAE	–
Dec 2026	Global Esports Federation (GEF) World Finals	Multi-title	🌐 Los Angeles, United States	TBD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our calendar and data sourcing.

What is the Biggest Esports Event in 2026?

The biggest esports events in 2026, based on prestige, prize pools, and global viewership, include League of Legends Worlds, The International (Dota 2), the Esports World Cup, VALORANT Champions Shanghai, the PGL Singapore Major (CS2), and the FNCS Global Championship (Fortnite). Among these, LoL Worlds and The International are traditionally regarded as the most prestigious.

When is LoL Worlds 2026?

The official dates for League of Legends Worlds 2026 have not yet been announced. Historically, the tournament takes place in October or November, and a similar timeframe is expected.

When and Where will The International 2026 be Held?

The International 2026 is scheduled to run from August 13 to August 23, 2026, and will be hosted in Shanghai, China.

Which Esports have the Most Tournaments in 2026?

Counter-Strike 2 leads the esports calendar, with major and minor tournaments held nearly every month. VALORANT and Dota 2 follow closely, each featuring a packed schedule of international events throughout the year.

How Can I Stay Updated on Esports Schedules?

Most esports tournaments are streamed live on the organizer’s official Twitch, YouTube, or Kick channels. To stay fully up to date, it’s also recommended to follow teams, leagues, and tournament organizers on social media platforms like X, Instagram, and Discord.