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We couldn’t be more excited to head to Nice, France for the 2026 LEC Summer Finals. But alongside the three day arena tournament, we’ve been holding onto one more secret…
In addition to the mind boggling matches, we are giving our community the ultimate, immersive League cultural moment they deserve by bringing back the LEC XPO. This year we will be transforming Jardin Albert 1er, in the heart of Nice, into an all-encompassing League of Legends weekend, free to attend for all. Throughout time, the LEC Summer Finals grew into way more than top tier EMEA competition: it’s a unique, annual rendez-vous bringing the community together to celebrate the vibrant world of Runeterra beyond the walls of the Arena.
For the first time ever, we’re bringing the excitement of the arena to the XPO with an open-air watch party. Fans can come together to experience every game, every play, and every moment of the LEC Finals weekend, even if they’re not inside the Palais Nikaïa.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Nice and celebrate the biggest weekend of the LEC season together.
After the success of the LEC XPO over the past years, we’re excited to bring it back, this time in the heart of Nice. The XPO brings League of Legends and LoL Esports fans together for an event that goes beyond competition and celebrates their fandom and the culture they’ve built.
The XPO will take place at Jardin Albert 1er on Saturday and Sunday of the Summer Finals weekend, September 19-20. Whether you’re a lifelong fan, introducing someone new to the game, or simply looking for a place to celebrate with the community, the LEC XPO will have something for everyone.
Doors to the XPO will open from 11AM both days and will be open to all ages and completely free to attend. On Saturday, the XPO will close at 19:00, and on Sunday, it will close at 18:00.
Those joining us can look forward to lots of exciting League of Legends activities, with the help from our dedicated partners and teams. Explore booths from valued partners including KIA, Kit Kat, Euronics, Red Bull, ExpressVPN, and more. Fans will also have the chance to meet some of the biggest names in esports, with G2 Esports and Karmine Corp in attendance, alongside additional teams yet to be announced.
Join us for a city-wide cultural celebration that brings the very best of Runeterra to life for fans across two unforgettable days. Discover experiences from other Riot Games titles, including Teamfight Tactics, and get your hands on Riot Games merchandise.
We will share more details about what to expect as we get closer to the event, but we can already say that it’s going to be a great chance to gather with friends and celebrate the game we all love.
Can’t make it into the Arena? We got your back! As a new addition to the program this year, you can be part of the action at our watch party, running Saturday and Sunday on the XPO grounds. Join fellow LEC fans at the Théâtre de Verdure in the Jardin Albert 1er for an open-air esports experience. Enjoy the biggest matches under the sun, right by the seaside, and soak in the electric atmosphere.
The watch party and XPO are both completely free to attend but we encourage you to get a watch party ticket to guarantee entry. We welcome you to pack a picnic, gather with your friends under the Mediterranean sun, and watch the LEC matches together.
Be sure to follow the LEC on social media and keep your eyes on LoLEsports.com for all the latest updates.
