Log into your accounts and get ready to strategize your way to victory because the Esports World Cup 2026 schedule has been revealed.
The exhilarating announcement came at the heels of the opening dates announcement and the largest-ever prize pot reveal in the cup’s history.
Set to be the third version of the tournament, the cup will run for seven weeks this summer and bring nail-biting battles to you.
So, dust off those club scarves and get ready to scream and chant your team to victory. Here is the full schedule of the tournament. Start planning right now.
Esports World Cup 2026 schedule
Launched in 2024, the Esports World Cup has fast become Riyadh’s ultimate summer gaming takeover, delivering nearly two months of esports, music, and festival vibes. With high-stakes showdowns across the world’s biggest games, a unique cross-game format, and nonstop entertainment, it’s far more than a tournament, it’s a full-scale gaming celebration.
In 2025, more than 2,000 players from 200+ clubs battled for the biggest prize pool in esports history. Now, the hype continues as the 2026 edition kicks off on July 6, with the final epic club showdown set for August 23.
Esports World Cup 2026 games
- Apex Legends
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
- Call of Duty: Warzone
- Chess
- Counter-Strike 2
- Crossfire, Mercenary Forces Corporation
- DOTA 2
- FC26
- FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
- Fortnite Reload: Elite Series
- League of Legends
- Mobile Legends Bang Bang
- Mobile Legends Women’s Inutational
- Overwatch 2
- PUBG BATTLEGROUNDS
- PUBG Mobile
- TOM CLANCY’S RAINBOW SIX SIEGE X
- Street Fighter
- Rocket League
- Teamfight Tactics
- Tekken 8
- Trackmania
- VALORANT
Complete Esports World Cup 2026 schedule
According to the official website of the Esports World Cup website, each week will feature three to four different games where clubs and athletes will battle it out for ultimate glory.
Week 1
- VALORANT at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 9 – 12
- ALGS Year 6 Split 1 Playoffs at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 7 – 11
- Dota 2 at 2026 Esports World Cup (Week 1), JUL 6 – 11
- FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 7 – 10
Week 2
- League of Legends at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 15 – 19
- Free Fire at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 15 – 18
- Dota 2 at 2026 Esports World Cup (Week 2), JUL 13 – 18
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women’s International at 2026 Esports World Cup
(Free Entry) JUL 13 – 17
WEEK 3
- FC Pro World Championship at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 22 – 26
- PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 21 – 26
- Teamfight Tactics at 2026 Esports World Cup (Free Entry), JUL 21 – 25
WEEK 4
- OWCS: Midseason Championship at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 29 – AUG 2
- Call of Duty®: Warzone Resurgence Series at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 29 – AUG 1
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid Season Cup at 2026 Esports World Cup (Week 2), JUL 29 – AUG 1
- Street Fighter 6 at 2026 Esports World Cup, JUL 28 – 31
WEEK 5
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 at 2026 Esports World Cup, AUG 5 – 9
- 2026 PUBG MOBILE World Cup at Esports World Cup (Week 1) TBA
- Honor of Kings World Cup at 2026 Esports World Cup (Week 2), AUG 5 – 8
- TEKKEN 8 at 2026 Esports World Cup, AUG 4 – 7
WEEK 6
- Rocket League at 2026 Esports World Cup, TBA
- 2026 PUBG MOBILE World Cup at Esports World Cup (Week 2) TBA
- Chess at 2026 Esports World Cup, AUG 11 – 15
- TOM CLANCY’S RAINBOW SIX SIEGE X at 2026 Esports World Cup, AUG 11 – 14
WEEK 7
- Counter-Strike 2 at 2026 Esports World Cup (Week 2), AUG 20 – 23
- Reload Elite Series Championship at 2026 Esports World Cup, TBA
- CROSSFIRE at 2026 Esports World Cup (Free Entry), AUG 18 – 22
- Trackmania at 2026 Esports World Cup, AUG 17 – 21
More sports in Saudi
Beyond the Esports World Cup, the Kingdom keeps the excitement rolling with mega events like the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and Formula E. Riyadh is also set to welcome WWE and RAW superstars for the first-ever Royal Rumble hosted in Saudi Arabia. Adding to the action, the World Cricket Festival is stepping up to the crease, kicking off today, January 21. Canelo Alvarez’ comeback fight will also be held in Riyadh in September.
Mon Jul 6-Sun Aug 23. esportsworldcup.com.
