BlizzCon is more than an event: it’s a homecoming. It’s a celebration of the stories we’ve shaped, the worlds forged together, and the friendships and bonds that make this gathering so unforgettable. Whether this is your first time attending BlizzCon or a long-awaited reunion with friends and fellow community members, there’s more time than ever to plan and personalize your experience. We’re thrilled to welcome you to what’s shaping up to be an incredible event. For a limited time, BlizzCon 2026 Passes are launching at a special early bird rate—making it the perfect time to claim your spot.

Blizzard Entertainment has announced that BlizzCon 2026 Passes will go on sale November 7. For the first time, Blizzard is offering early bird passes that will be available at a special rate Friday, November 7, through Sunday, November 9 (or while supplies last), for the all-in price of $249.99 USD each. Standard rate passes go on sale Tuesday, November 18, for the all-in price of $289.99 USD each, while supplies last.

BlizzCon Passes will be sold on Tixr. If you don’t have a Tixr account already, be sure to make one before the early bird rush. Don’t miss out on BlizzCon 2026—get your passes early and lock in the best price before they sell out! 

“BlizzCon is a uniquely special celebration of creativity and connection,” said Johanna Faries, President of Blizzard Entertainment. “We are hard at work making BlizzCon 2026 a standout event for our community and cannot wait to share more details as September nears.” 

BlizzCon Passes grant attendees full two-day weekend admission to BlizzCon, including all Halls and Arena, during show hours on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, 2026. In addition, pass holders get in-game goodies* and exclusive BlizzCon commemorative items.

Blizzard also shared a first look at the show’s offerings. Attendees can expect the return of classic BlizzCon staples—including Opening Ceremony, hands-on gameplay, developer panels, Community Night, a range of esports tournaments, the return of the BlizzCon Charity Night, and the Darkmoon Faire.

For those who can’t make it in person, BlizzCon Opening Ceremony and other programming across the weekend will be live streamed free of charge. Details on how our virtual audience can acquire the BlizzCon in-game goodies will be shared at a later date.

Add-On Experiences

BlizzCon Charity Night

Returning in 2026 is the BlizzCon Charity Night, an exclusive event with Blizzard developers, artists, and community representatives. This year, we’re thrilled to partner with Make-A-Wish® as the beneficiary of the BlizzCon Charity Night. Visit www.wish.org to learn more about Make-A-Wish and their mission to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. 

In addition to entry to this exclusive event, purchase of the BlizzCon Charity Night add-on also includes access to a reserved seating section at the BlizzCon Opening Ceremony, a signed piece of Blizzard artwork, and a collectible credential. 

The BlizzCon Charity Night add-on is available for $499.99 USD all-in, while supplies last. Blizzard will donate 100% of the purchase price of the BlizzCon Charity Night add-on to Make-A-Wish less any chargebacks or refunds. The purchase of a BlizzCon Pass is required to purchase this add-on. All BlizzCon Charity Night add-on purchases are final, meaning they cannot be resold. One transfer to another attendee is permitted. This add-on is extremely limited and is expected to sell out quickly during the early bird window. 

Darkmoon Faire After Hours

The Darkmoon Faire is setting up stakes at BlizzCon 2026, casting its spell over Level 2 of the North Hall once more. While every attendee may enter its gates during show hours, the Darkmoon Faire After Hours experience offers a late-night treat for those who wish to extend their stay. This optional add-on grants you entry to an exclusive three-hour event Saturday evening, September 12, to both the Darkmoon Faire and the BlizzCon Store. Also included are 20 Faire Tokens and a collectible credential. 

The Darkmoon Faire After Hours add-on is available for $89.99 USD all-in, while supplies last. The purchase of a BlizzCon Pass is required to purchase this add-on. All Darkmoon Faire After Hours add-on sales are final, meaning they cannot be resold. One transfer to another attendee is permitted. This add-on is extremely limited in availability and is expected to sell out quickly during the early bird window.

What’s in Store

At BlizzCon 2026, you can expect the return of classic BlizzCon staples alongside some new experiences, including: 

• Kicking the weekend off is our Opening Ceremony featuring major announcements. Seating for the Main Stage, returning to Hall D, will be on a first-come, first-served basis with plenty of additional spots throughout the convention center to catch all the action. Attendees who have purchased the BlizzCon Charity Night add-on will have access to a reserved seating section at Opening Ceremony.
• Hit the show floor for hands-on gameplay from World of Warcraft, Diablo IV, Overwatch 2, Hearthstone, and Diablo Immortal.
• The Blizzard Arcade is back! Play games from our past and present like Heroes of the Storm, StarCraft, and other titles with friends and fellow attendees.
• For an in-depth look behind the scenes, catch developer panels and other speakers on the Main Stage, as well as on multiple stages across the convention center, including the new Classic Stage in the Blizzard Arcade.
• Experience BlizzCon through the eyes of creators from across our communities as they capture the energy, surprises, and stories unfolding throughout the event from the show floor and our newly enhanced media experience center.
• Celebrate Community Night with us and the many incredibly talented artists from across the Blizzard community as we host our favorite cosplay contests. 
• Experience the best in esports with major competition including the Overwatch World Cup, World of Warcraft Arena World Championship, World of Warcraft Mythic Dungeon International, Hearthstone Masters Tour World Championship, and the inaugural Blizzard Classic Cup.
• Pick up new gear and souvenirs at the BlizzCon Store. In addition to our click-and-collect ordering system for advance purchases, the BlizzCon Store has been redesigned into a new walkthrough retail shop experience, allowing you to see and interact with the items available like a traditional store. And new to 2026, we’ll also have additional shopping kiosks for select merch around the show floor.  
• Returning to Level 2 of the North Hall, enter the Darkmoon Faire to snag mystery items, limited edition pins, plushies, and more, or to trade with fellow collectors. To make the most of this bewitching event, consider the Darkmoon Faire After Hours add-on ($89.99 USD).
• Gather with your guild or friends old and new at the Hearthstone Tavern. Relax with your buddies, take in an esports match, or catch a panel at the Tavern’s new content stage.
• Connect with Blizzard employees and members of our communities at the Inclusion Nexus.
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• Interested in a career in gaming? Connect with Blizzard hiring teams for personalized portfolio and resume reviews, engaging panels, and exclusive networking opportunities. 

Community Night

Community Night is a true BlizzCon tradition! We can't wait to see your master craftsmanship, colossal creations, epic FX, and dynamic duo looks—with the coveted award for Best in Show up for grabs among all category winners!

Full details about Community Night contests, including prizing, will be shared soon. Keep an eye on our social channels for announcements.

Where to Stay

Book your hotel stay on the BlizzCon hotel portal where you can take advantage of discounted rates and preferred availability at hotels near the Anaheim Convention Center. We highly recommend booking early to secure your hotel stay before rooms sell out!

Code of Conduct and Zero Tolerance Policy

At BlizzCon, everyone is part of one big Blizzard community. We ask that everyone at the show be respectful and courteous to their fellow attendees. BlizzCon show management has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment of any kind. 

Read our full event policies here.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing an outstanding experience for all attendees at BlizzCon. We strive for access to all activities—to the fullest extent possible—based on an awareness of attendees' needs and appropriate planning. This includes accommodations for aides/personal assistants, American Sign Language and/or open captioning of everything happening on the Main Stage and Classic Stage, service animal accommodations, personal consideration rooms, and priority seating. We ask that all accessibility requests be made by July 10, 2026, so that we can best meet individual needs, by contacting us at blizzcon@blizzard.com. On-site requests will be accommodated to the best of our ability; however, available resources at that time may be limited. For additional information about available services, please visit BlizzCon.com.

Additional Details

You’ll find more information about BlizzCon Passes on Tixr or at BlizzCon.com. Some content at BlizzCon is rated for Mature audiences and is not suitable for children: children under 7 will not be permitted to enter, and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

If you are a member of the press or a content creator seeking a media credential, please fill out the Media Request form.

Please note that a BlizzCon Pass, BlizzCon Charity Night add-on, or Darkmoon Faire After Hours add-on can only be transferred to another account once, after which it cannot be transferred again. Transferring a BlizzCon Pass is permanent once claimed by the recipient and will remove the pass from your Tixr account without the option to be recalled.

If you purchase a BlizzCon Pass and your plans happen to change, the public resale market for BlizzCon Passes opens December 1, 2025, on Tixr.** As a reminder, the BlizzCon Charity Night add-on and Darkmoon Faire After Hours add-on cannot be resold.

If you can’t make it to the show in person, the Opening Ceremony and major panels will be live streamed free of charge. Details on how our virtual audience can acquire the BlizzCon in-game goodies will be shared at a later date. 

The Countdown to BlizzCon 2026 is on!

We’ll be sharing more event details over the coming months. For the latest news, visit BlizzCon.com and sign up to receive BlizzCon updates. Follow us on social media on X, Instagram, and Facebook. 

See you at BlizzCon!