If you plan to watch or attend BlizzCon 2026, first check the date and attendance method separately. The event will take place on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, United States. Online viewers can use the free official livestream, while in-person attendees must separately review the pass and registration procedures.
Applicable Timing
This guide covers the schedule and preparation information for the September 12–13, 2026 event. According to the official advance information, on-site event hours are 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. PDT on both days. However, schedules and program details may change, so it is safest to check BlizzCon.com and Blizzard’s announcements again shortly before the event.
If you plan to watch online, the first point to confirm is that the livestream is free. YouTube, Twitch, and Battle.net are listed as the main official viewing routes. The official viewing guide separates the channels and viewing periods by game, including World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo IV, and Hearthstone.
The official livestream is free, but not every program is available for the same period or in the same format.
Key Schedule
The opening ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. PDT on September 12 in Hall D. Seating is first come, first served, and the official information states that schedules and programs may change. Therefore, in-person visitors should consider not only the opening ceremony start time but also the event hours and access conditions for each space.
| Item | Confirmed information |
|---|---|
| Event dates | September 12–13, 2026 |
| On-site hours | 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. PDT on both days |
| Opening ceremony | September 12 at 10:30 a.m. PDT, Hall D |
| Online viewing | Free official livestream on YouTube, Twitch, and Battle.net |
The official viewing guide provides separate YouTube and Twitch routes for each game, along with viewing periods for each channel. Viewers looking for content from a specific game should check that game’s official information for its viewing period rather than relying on a single channel. Some musical performances will not be livestreamed and will be available only to in-person attendees.
When to Prepare
On-site registration will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. PDT on September 11, the day before the event, and from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. PDT on September 12–13 during the event. The location is Hall E at the Anaheim Convention Center. Although the event begins at 9:00 a.m., registration opens at 7:00 a.m., so visitors should plan the registration location and hours separately from the event schedule.
At registration, you must present the BlizzCon Pass in the Tixr app and a valid photo ID whose name matches the pass. After completing registration, you will receive a badge and wristband. In other words, preparing only the pass information is not enough; you must also confirm that the name on the app pass matches your identification.
Reservations and Applications
The official pass page lists the two-day BlizzCon Pass at $289.99, but it is marked as sold out. The Charity Night and Darkmoon Faire After Hours add-ons are also marked as sold out. Anyone considering an in-person visit should therefore check the current official sales status first; it is difficult to plan around an unverified transaction channel.
If you already hold a pass or receive one through the official transfer process, the deadlines also matter. The final pass transfer must be completed by September 8, 2026, according to the guidance, and transfers must follow Tixr’s official procedure. Pass holders can link their pass to a Battle.net account by September 18 to meet the stated conditions for receiving related in-game rewards. This does not guarantee receipt of the rewards; it is the deadline for meeting the condition described in the official information.
Potential Changes
Panels, performances, and programs may be changed or canceled without prior notice. Access to some spaces may also be limited depending on capacity. Because opening-ceremony seating is first come, first served and some musical performances are exclusive to in-person attendees, online and on-site attendance will not offer the same range of content.
Before visiting in person, complete this final checklist:
- Confirm the available registration times from September 11–13 and the location of Hall E.
- Prepare the BlizzCon Pass in the Tixr app and valid photo ID matching the pass holder’s name.
- Confirm the opening ceremony’s Hall D location, 10:30 a.m. PDT start time, and first-come, first-served seating.
- Recheck the sales status on the official pass page and the transfer deadline.
- Online viewers should check each game’s channel, viewing period, and whether any content is exclusive to on-site attendees.
Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian or responsible adult aged 18 or older, and children under 7 cannot enter. Shortly before the event, schedules, program cancellations, and space-access restrictions may change, so checking the latest official information remains essential.