Riot Games Reveal 2026 International Tournament Locations
Riot Games announced the venues for the 2026 League of Legends international tournaments, spanning South America, North America, and Asia.
Significance of Cross-Regional Tournaments
Cross-regional events in League of Legends are rare, making tournaments like MSI and Worlds especially important. They offer all regions a platform to showcase progress and allow regions outside Asia to prove their competitive strength.
2026 Tournament Locations and Dates
First Stand 2026
The season's first international tournament, First Stand 2026, will be hosted in São Paulo, Brazil from March 16 to 22. Eight teams will compete in Best-of-5 matches throughout the event.
Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) 2026
MSI, the annual lead-up to Worlds, will take place in Daejeon, South Korea in 2026. Exact dates are yet to be announced.
League of Legends World Championship 2026
The 2026 Worlds will return to North America, with matches held in Allen, Texas and New York City.
"Cross-regional tournaments are a rarity in League of Legends, making the likes of MSI and Worlds far more special than they already are."
"First Stand 2026 will be the first international tournament of the season. It will take place in São Paulo, Brazil, from March 16-22."
"MSI will be held in Daejeon, South Korea. The date is yet to be decided."
"Worlds is returning to North America, spread across Allen, Texas, and New York City."
Author's summary: Riot Games' 2026 League of Legends international events span three continents, highlighting key cities in Brazil, South Korea, and the USA for First Stand, MSI, and Worlds respectively.