Blizzard Entertainment released its BlizzCon 2026 “Know Before You Go” guide, giving attendees and viewers everything they need to prepare for the show ahead of its return to the Anaheim Convention Center on September 12-13.
Whether you’re attending in person or watching the official livestream, get ready for BlizzCon with these essentials:
- Programming Schedule: Plan your must-see moments across the weekend, from the Opening Ceremony and major panels to esports competitions and Community Night. Some items on the schedule will remain under wraps until they are revealed during the BlizzCon Opening Ceremony.
- Viewership Guide: For those joining from home, BlizzCon programming will be livestreamed free for everyone across Blizzard’s official YouTube and Twitch channels as well as on Battle.net.* The broadcast will include the Opening Ceremony, major panels, and esports competitions, with opportunities to earn in-game drops on participating YouTube and Twitch streams.
- Floor Map: A first look at the 2026 show floor reveals much about what lies in store for attendees at the Anaheim Convention Center, but a few areas will remain hidden until after the Opening Ceremony.
The full “Know Before You Go” guide also covers everything in-person attendees need to prepare, including registration and badge pickup, show hours, Opening Ceremony details, the BlizzCon Merch Store, Darkmoon Faire, add-on experiences, esports, Community Night, cosplay, the March of the Murlocs, and more.
Celebrations for BlizzCon 2026 are already underway on the Battle.net Shop! The BlizzCon Digital Bundles offer a collection of in-game items from World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo® IV, Diablo® Immortal, and Hearthstone®. The BlizzCon Ultimate Collection includes all five individual bundles plus additional in-game items. Players can also claim limited-time free rewards for Heroes of the Storm® and StarCraft® II, no purchase necessary. BlizzCon Digital Bundles and free rewards are available now through September 28, 2026.**
