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During the League of Legends Showcase, we shared a first look at what's ahead for LoL Esports, including updates to our international event roadmap, new host cities, and a special edition of First Stand to kick off the 2027 competitive season.
From bringing MSI to Spain for the first time to expanding Worlds across Japan and South Korea, we're continuing to find new ways to bring the highest level of League of Legends competition to fans around the world. And in 2027, we're going even bigger with First Stand: All In, our largest tournament to date.
Here's everything we announced!
We're kicking off the 2027 international calendar with something special!
First Stand is getting a major expansion in 2027 with First Stand: All In, a one-time event that will bring more teams, more players, and more of our global community together to kick off the competitive season.
Taking place in China, First Stand: All In will be the largest tournament we've ever produced, creating more opportunities for teams from around the world to compete on the international stage. This special edition of First Stand is designed to stand apart in 2027, bringing even more competition at the highest level to the start of the season.
As part of these plans, we've moved First Stand 2027 from its previously announced location in Southeast Asia to China. We remain committed to bringing major international competitions to fans across the region, and we're excited to confirm that First Stand will head to SEA in 2028.
We'll have much more to share in January, including the tournament format, qualification process, and additional event details. This expanded tournament will also impact how Split 1 looks across our regional leagues, so stay tuned for more information on regional schedules and formats.
For the first time ever, we’re taking MSI to the Feria de Valencia in Valencia, Spain!
With its rich sporting culture and passionate League of Legends community, Valencia will provide an exciting new backdrop for one of our biggest international competitions.
MSI brings together top teams from our regional leagues to compete for international glory, and we're looking forward to bringing that experience to Spanish fans in 2027.
We'll share more information on the dates and tickets in the coming months.
The 2027 League of Legends World Championship is heading to two countries with incredible esports communities: Japan and South Korea!
When we first shared our 2027 roadmap, we announced that Worlds would return to South Korea. That remains the case, but we're expanding the tournament's footprint to bring Worlds to Japan for the first time.
Nagoya, Japan, will host the Swiss Stage, marking a historic first for the World Championship. Japan has a passionate and growing League of Legends community, and we're excited to give Japanese fans the opportunity to experience the world's biggest League of Legends competition in person.
From there, Worlds will head to South Korea for the entire Knockout Stage, where the world's best teams will battle for the Summoner's Cup.
Swiss Stage: Nagoya, Japan
Quarterfinals & Semifinals: Suwon Convention Center, Suwon, South Korea
Worlds Final: Seoul Arena, Seoul, South Korea
South Korea has played an integral role in the history of LoL Esports, and we're thrilled to bring the biggest moments of Worlds 2027 back to the country, culminating in the Final at the brand-new Seoul Arena.
We're also exploring potential changes to the path to Worlds. Following the reception of this year's Demacia Cup, we're evaluating whether the tournament could replace the traditional Worlds Play-In Stage in 2027, potentially creating more best-of series and opportunities for teams to compete for a place at Worlds. No decisions have been finalized, and we'll share more information as those plans develop.
By bringing Worlds to Japan for the first time while returning to South Korea for the Knockout Stage, we're excited to create memorable experiences for fans across both communities.
We're excited to announce that First Stand will head to Southeast Asia in 2028! As the tournament returns to its traditional format, we're looking forward to bringing this international event to the region for the first time and celebrating with SEA's passionate League of Legends community.
We'll have more details on the host city, venue, and event dates to share in the future.
There's plenty more on the horizon for LoL Esports, and these announcements are just the beginning.
We'll be back in January with a deeper look at First Stand: All In, including its format, qualification process, and what fans can expect from our biggest tournament yet. We'll also continue sharing more details about our international events as we get closer to the 2027 season.
Our regional leagues will also be sharing more information about their 2027 competitive formats and schedules soon, so keep an eye on your favorite leagues for updates on what's ahead.
We're excited for another year of incredible competition, unforgettable moments, and opportunities to bring LoL Esports to more fans around the world.
See you in 2027!
