BlizzCon 2026 · September 12–13 · Anaheim

All World of Warcraft news from BlizzCon in one place

We are following the Opening Ceremony, WoW announcements, panels and interviews, with verified news added here as it happens.

Until the Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony
September 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM PDT (17:30 UTC)
Venue
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California
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BlizzCon 2026 at a glance

The practical details that matter whether you watch from home or travel to Anaheim.

Official information checked September 1, 2026

Free worldwide livestream

The Opening Ceremony, major panels and esports are free on official Twitch and YouTube channels. Musical performances are in-person only.

Two days of Warcraft

The confirmed program includes What’s Next, Deep Dive, WoW Hardcore, Mythic Dungeon International and Arena World Championship.

Passes are sold out

BlizzCon Passes and both add-ons are sold out. Blizzard directs remaining buyers to the official Tixr resale marketplace.

Anaheim, September 12–13

Doors open at 9:00 AM PDT on Saturday and Sunday. The Opening Ceremony begins Saturday at 10:30 AM PDT in Hall D.

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World of Warcraft program

Selected confirmed WoW, WoW Classic and esports sessions. Times follow your device’s time zone; Blizzard may update the schedule.

Saturday, September 12

  1. Your local timeSep 12, 10:30 AM PDT · Anaheim

    Opening Ceremony

    Major announcements from the Main Stage in Hall D.

  2. Your local timeSep 12, 12:00 PM PDT · Anaheim

    World of Warcraft: What’s Next

    The first official look at what is coming next to Azeroth.

  3. Your local timeSep 12, 12:45 PM PDT · Anaheim

    Mythic Dungeon International

    The four-team single-elimination tournament begins.

  4. Your local timeSep 12, 02:45 PM PDT · Anaheim

    World of Warcraft: What’s Next II

    The second part of the World of Warcraft presentation.

  5. Your local timeSep 12, 04:45 PM PDT · Anaheim

    Community Night

    Cosplay, art, film and talent from the Blizzard community.

Sunday, September 13

  1. Your local timeSep 13, 10:00 AM PDT · Anaheim

    World of Warcraft Deep Dive

    Developers take a closer look at the newly revealed WoW content.

  2. Your local timeSep 13, 11:00 AM PDT · Anaheim

    Arena World Championship

    Six teams compete in the Sunday championship bracket.

  3. Your local timeSep 13, 02:45 PM PDT · Anaheim

    World of Warcraft Design Deep Dive

    A detailed session about the design behind World of Warcraft.

  4. Your local timeSep 13, 04:15 PM PDT · Anaheim

    WoW Hardcore: What’s Next

    A dedicated presentation on the future of WoW Hardcore.

  5. Your local timeSep 13, 05:00 PM PDT · Anaheim

    Arena World Championship Final

    The AWC weekend concludes with a best-of-seven final.

Twitch · YouTube · Battle.net

Watch from home and earn WoW rewards

BlizzCon is free to watch. Connect Twitch or YouTube to Battle.net before viewing so eligible watch time is counted.

  1. 1

    Connect Twitch or YouTube to your Battle.net account before the broadcast.

  2. 2

    Watch the World of Warcraft category on Twitch or the official Warcraft YouTube channel.

  3. 3

    Twitch rewards run September 12–27; YouTube rewards run September 12–13.

How to watch

World of Warcraft reward track

Watch time is cumulative on an eligible platform. Availability and requirements may still change.

  1. 2hours200 Trader’s Tender
  2. 4hoursCuddly Blue Grrgle decor
  3. 8hoursFluffy Comfy Flying Quilt mount
  4. 12hoursVenomous Champion’s Illustrious Banner toy

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Anaheim Convention Center

Going to Anaheim? Know this before you arrive

A short checklist based on Blizzard’s latest attendee guide.

Registration

Friday, September 11 from 1:00–9:00 PM PDT in Hall E. Bring your Tixr pass and a matching government-issued photo ID.

Weekend entry

Security opens at 6:00 AM and doors at 9:00 AM PDT. Lost badges and wristbands are not replaced.

Bag limit

Bags larger than 18 × 12 × 8 inches are not permitted. Empty reusable plastic and insulated bottles are allowed.

Accessibility

Guest Services and ADA assistance are available near Hall E. Main and Legends Stages provide ASL and open captioning.

Official information and live sources

Facts were checked against Blizzard’s latest guides. Open the originals for last-minute changes.