League of Legends Worlds 2026 to be held in North America

The 2026 League of Legends World Championship is scheduled to take place in North America, beginning on October 15. The tournament will feature 19 teams competing across three stages: the Play-In stage in Los Angeles, the Swiss Stage in Texas, and the knockout playoffs.

The grand final is set for November 14 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. T1 enters the competition as the three-time defending champion, seeking an unprecedented fourth consecutive world title. European teams including G2 Esports, Movistar KOI, and Karmine Corp are among the participants, with the latter needing to navigate the Play-In stage to advance.

Riot Games has released a schedule for viewers, noting that the final will begin at 20:00 Central European Time on Saturday, November 14. While the quarterfinals and semifinals are scheduled for late-night slots, the final's timing is expected to be more accessible for European audiences.