Blizzard has announced pricing and other sale details for BlizzCon 2026 passes, which will start at $249.99. For the first time ever, the next iteration of Blizzard's annual event will offer early bird ticket discounts.
BlizzCon has been one of the gaming industry's largest conventions for nearly two decades. Blizzard hosted 15 editions since the inaugural event in 2005. This year marked the first time the convention was not held for two years in a row. Blizzard cited a focus on ongoing game development as the reason for canceling the 2024 and 2025 editions. In March, the company confirmed BlizzCon would return in 2026, scheduled for the first time in September.
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Blizzard Announces First-Ever Early Bird Discount on BlizzCon Passes
Another convention first has been confirmed as part of the event’s ticketing announcement: the 2026 edition of BlizzCon will be the first to offer promotional pricing for early buyers. Early bird passes will go on sale on November 7 at 9am PST, priced at $249.99, and will remain available until 11:59pm PST on November 9. Regular tickets will cost $289.99—a 16% increase—and will go on sale on November 18, available while supplies last.
BlizzCon 2026 Ticket Prices and Sale Dates
|
Ticket |
Price |
Sale Start |
Sale End |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Early Bird Pass |
$249.99 |
Nov 7, 9am PST |
Nov 9, 11:59pm PST |
|
Regular Pass |
$289.99 |
Nov 18, 9am PST |
While supplies last |
BlizzCon 2026 Passes will be sold via Tixr. Blizzard recommends making a Tixr account well before the start of the sale.
As previously announced, BlizzCon 2026 will take place on September 12 and 13 at the Anaheim Convention Center in southern California. The standard BlizzCon Pass grants full access to all halls and the esports arena during show hours on both days of the event. In-game goodies and some commemorative items are included in the price. BlizzCon 2026 tickets will be sold exclusively via Tixr. Blizzard officially recommends that prospective buyers create a Tixr account in advance to ensure a smoother early bird purchase experience.
BlizzCon 2026 Ticket Add-On Options
- Charity Night: $499.99 (benefits Make-A-Wish; reserved Opening Ceremony seating; signed art; collectible credential).
- Darkmoon Faire After Hours: $89.99 (3-hour Saturday event; store access; 20 tokens; collectible credential).
BlizzCon 2026 Overview
- Opening Ceremony: Major announcements to kick off the weekend; main stage seating is first-come, first-served. Reserved spots for Charity Night attendees.
- Show Floor: Opportunities to play World of Warcraft, Diablo IV, Overwatch 2, Hearthstone, and Diablo Immortal.
- Blizzard Arcade: Heroes of the Storm and StarCraft, plus a new Classic Stage for panels.
- Panels and Presentations: Developer talks across multiple stages.
- Community Night: Celebrating cosplay and fan creativity.
- Esports: Overwatch, World of Warcraft, and Hearthstone competitions, plus the first-ever Blizzard Classic Cup.
- BlizzCon Store: Redesigned walk-through shop with click-and-collect options and extra kiosks around the floor.
- Darkmoon Faire: Pins, plushies, and limited items; optional After Hours event costs $89.99.
- Hearthstone Tavern: Social hub for matches, panels, and downtime with friends.
- Inclusion Nexus: Blizzard staff and community member meetups.
- March of the Murlocs: Fan-favorite parade returns.
- Career Hub: Hiring team meetups.
Blizzard's longstanding charitable efforts will extend to BlizzCon 2026, which will continue the convention's Charity Night tradition. Participation will cost an extra $499.99, with all proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Fans can also purchase access to the $89.99 Darkmoon Faire After Hours event, a three-hour program that promises a unique experience and some goodies, including a collectible credential. Availability for both add-ons is limited, though Blizzard did not specify quantities.
As is tradition, the event's opening ceremony will include multiple "major announcements." For fans staying home, the Opening Ceremony and other programming will be live-streamed for free, with instructions for securing virtual in-game goodies to follow.