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BlizzCon 2026 Countdown
Sat, September 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT
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The convention returns as a community homecoming featuring hands-on gameplay demos for franchises like World of Warcraft, Diablo IV, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Diablo Immortal. Attendees can explore retro titles at the Blizzard Arcade, gather at the Hearthstone Tavern, visit the Darkmoon Faire for collectible pin trading, participate in the March of the Murlocs, and attend developer panels across multiple stages.
Details
- Venue
- Anaheim Convention Center
- Address
- 800 W. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802
- Organizer name
- Blizzard Entertainment
Release information
The Opening Ceremony and major panels will be live streamed online free of charge for remote viewers. In-person pass holders receive physical commemorative items alongside digital item bundles linked to their Battle.net accounts. Non-attendees can purchase individual digital franchise bundles or the complete Ultimate Collection directly from the Battle.net shop.
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Frequently asked questions
- When does BlizzCon 2026 start?
- BlizzCon 2026 starts on Sat, September 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT.
- What physical merchandise is included with an event pass?
- Attendees receive a retro Blizzard-themed metal lunch box, a matching thermos, a keychain, and a lanyard, which are picked up alongside badges at registration.
- What is the age policy for attendees?
- Children under the age of seven are not permitted to enter the event. Attendees under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
- Will food and drinks be available at the venue?
- Concession stands, internal carts, and food trucks on the Grand Plaza offer food and beverages for purchase. No alcohol is served at the event, but attendees may bring empty reusable plastic or insulated water bottles.
- Which esports competitions are taking place?
- Tournaments scheduled for the weekend include 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.
- Who is performing the musical closing act?
- K-pop group LE SSERAFIM takes the Main Stage as the Sunday closing performance as a prelude to their PUREFLOW North American tour.
- Where is BlizzCon 2026 held?
- BlizzCon 2026 takes place at Anaheim Convention Center.
- What time does BlizzCon 2026 release in my timezone?
- The countdown on this page converts BlizzCon 2026 to your local time automatically, so the clock always reflects your own timezone.
Last updated: 8/30/2026
