BlizzCon Returns in 2026: Dates, Tickets, and What to Expect
BlizzCon, Blizzard Entertainment’s annual festivity of its gaming communities, is officially returning in 2026. The event will take place on September 12th and 13th at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim,California. This marks the first in-person BlizzCon since 2019, following several years of online-only events and cancellations.
Early bird ticket sales begin this Friday, November 7th, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time and will be available through November 9th. These two-day passes are priced at $249.99,inclusive of all applicable taxes and fees. Blizzard has confirmed that a variety of ticket options will be available, though details regarding VIP packages and other tiers have not yet been released.
BlizzCon serves as a central hub for announcements regarding Blizzard’s major franchises, including World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and StarCraft. Attendees can expect to participate in developer panels, esports tournaments, cosplay contests, and hands-on demonstrations of upcoming games.
The return of an in-person BlizzCon signifies a renewed commitment to engaging directly with its player base. Further details regarding the event schedule,featured content,and travel accommodations will be released by Blizzard Entertainment in the coming months. Interested fans are encouraged to monitor the official BlizzCon website (https://blizzcon.com/) for updates and ticket purchasing information.