League of Legends Worlds 2026 is bringing the celebration beyond the competition with a three-day Worlds Fan Fest in New York City, and Riot Games has now revealed a much more detailed look at what fans can expect.
Taking place November 12–14 at Pier 36 in Lower Manhattan, Worlds Fan Fest will feature interactive experiences, developer panels, special guests, cosplay, merchandise, collectible opportunities, Artist Alley, gaming activities, and a watch party for the 2026 World Championship Finals.
The event will bring together League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics (TFT), Riftbound, and Wild Rift communities, alongside activations from Riot Games and its partners.
Whether you're attending the World Championship Finals at Barclays Center or simply want to experience the Worlds celebration in New York, Fan Fest offers three days of activities outside the arena.
Worlds 2026 Fan Fest: Dates, Location and Hours
Worlds Fan Fest will take place at Pier 36 in Lower Manhattan, running across three days.
Event schedule:
Thursday, November 12: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Friday, November 13: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Saturday, November 14: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST
Riot says Fan Fest will be open to all fans, but attendance is subject to venue capacity. Visitors should be prepared for potential wait times during busy periods. If the venue reaches capacity, Riot may temporarily limit the entry line.
Main Stage Schedule and Special Events
Riot has also revealed the main stage programming for all three days, including developer panels, trivia, cosplay, meet-and-greets, and a special community show.
Thursday, November 12
3:00 PM: Doors open.
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM: Developer panel, League of Legends in 2026, featuring Riot Phroxzon (Matthew Leung-Harrison), Riot just a capybara (Drew Levin), and Riot Tiny Bun (Jenny Huls).
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM: League of Legends trivia, with audience members invited to participate.
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM: Meet-and-greet with special guests.
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM: ARAM: Mayhem Balance Booth, where players can compete in a 5v5 match. Winners will have the opportunity to submit balance changes for an on-site custom game build.
Friday, November 13
3:00 PM: Doors open.
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM: Cosplay Showcase.
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Coinbase Mundo Dodgeball Finals.
5:45 PM – 6:30 PM: Meet-and-greet with special guests.
6:45 PM – 8:30 PM: ARAM: Mayhem Balance Booth returns.
The cosplay showcase gives fans an opportunity to present their League-inspired costumes on the main stage. Riot has asked interested participants to register by November 8.
Saturday, November 14
11:00 AM: Doors open.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Worlds 2026 x Hotline League with Travis Gafford.
2:00 PM: 2026 League of Legends World Championship Finals watch party.
Hotline League returns for a special one-day show, bringing Travis Gafford back together with the North American League of Legends esports community for the first time in two years.
The Saturday watch party will give fans another way to experience the World Championship Finals together.
Exclusive Worlds 2026 Merchandise and Collectibles
One of the biggest attractions for collectors will be the official Riot Games merchandise area, presented by Mastercard.
Riot Games Merch will bring the official Worlds 2026 merchandise collection to Fan Fest, alongside products and collaborations connected to several League of Legends music groups and properties.
The announced merchandise includes:
Official Worlds 2026 merchandise.
Worlds x HUF collaboration products.
Riftbound merchandise.
K/DA merchandise.
HEARTSTEEL merchandise.
True Damage merchandise.
K/DA-themed Louis Vuitton Travel Book Tempo Point.
One particularly notable detail is that True Damage merchandise will be sold exclusively at Fan Fest, making the event an important destination for fans looking for those products.
Riftbound Worlds Bundle and T1 Player Bundle: How to Buy
Riot has confirmed that two special products will be available exclusively through on-site QR code ordering and pickup at Fan Fest:
Riftbound Worlds Bundle
T1 Player Bundle
Fans will need to visit Fan Fest, scan the available on-site QR code, place their order, and pick up their purchase at the event.
Riot has confirmed that purchases are limited to one item per person, with inventory replenished through daily allocations.
This means availability may vary throughout the three-day event. Fans interested in either bundle should keep an eye on the merchandise area and its QR-code ordering instructions. Riot has not listed a separate online ordering process for these Fan Fest-exclusive bundles in its announcement.
Riftbound and Teamfight Tactics Activities
Riftbound and TFT will have their own dedicated experiences at Fan Fest, giving visitors opportunities to play, learn, collect, and take home personalized items.
Riftbound Token Photobooth
Fans can take part in a Radiance-themed photoshoot and create a personalized Riftbound token. The token can be customized and printed on-site, making it a unique collectible from the event.
Riftbound Learn-to-Play Sessions
Riftbound mentors will introduce visitors to the trading card game and walk them through the basics. Participants will receive cards to help them get started, along with a promotional Riven card.
Riftbound Card Display
Visitors can see special Radiance print cards up close, including their foil treatments and designs.
TFT and Riftbound Giveaways
Riot also promises giveaways, surprise appearances, mascots, and cosplay photo opportunities throughout the event.
Little Legends and human cosplayers will be available for photos on all three days.
Wild Rift, K/DA and Personalized Rift ID Cards
Wild Rift will also have a dedicated activation inspired by K/DA.
Visitors can participate in AAA ARAM matches with other fans and earn an exclusive Worlds emote for playing. Mrs. Chim Chim is also scheduled to stream live from the booth on November 13.
Another collectible opportunity is the Rift ID Card experience. Fans can create a personalized card themed after their favorite music group, featuring their photo and stats. Each card will also come with a Worlds 2026 lanyard, designed to display collectible pins available at select Fan Fest booths.
Riot will also have a Worlds 2026 Graffiti Wall where attendees can leave their signatures and take photos.
Exclusive Photocards and Official Riot Cosplayers
Riot is preparing another collectible opportunity for fans who visit the event's photo areas.
Visitors who take a photo in front of the inflatable Worlds 2026 Teemo at the entrance or with official Riot cosplayers can earn an exclusive Community Photocard Blind Pack.
The packs will feature artwork and character-themed photos connected to:
HEARTSTEEL
True Damage
K/DA
The photocards feature artists Jjolee, Mick Cortes, Elodeas, Aliya Chen, and Jason Chan.
These packs will be available in limited quantities per day and are subject to availability.
Official Riot cosplayers will also appear as champions from the League of Legends music universe, including characters from HEARTSTEEL, TRUE DAMAGE, and K/DA.
Sponsor Activations: Coinbase, HUF, HyperX and More
Worlds Fan Fest will feature several partner experiences and interactive activities throughout the weekend.
Coinbase – Corporate Mundo and Dodgeball
Coinbase is bringing its Corporate Mundo experience and Mundo Dodgeball tournament to Fan Fest. Fans can qualify online or in person, with the competition leading to the finals on the main stage.
The winner of the tournament will take home 1 Bitcoin.
On Friday, fans will also have opportunities to go head-to-head with creators Tyler1 and Alois_NL. Additional office-themed mini-games and giveaways will be available throughout the weekend.
HUF – 2000s LAN Party Experience
HUF will create a themed LAN party photo opportunity inspired by the early 2000s. Visitors can also test their reflexes with a stick-fall challenge machine, with prizes including skate decks, apparel, and limited-edition accessories.
HyperX – Play, Create and Connect
The HyperX activation will feature League of Legends ARAM Mayhem gameplay on HyperX gaming equipment.
Fans can also contribute to an NYC subway-inspired mosaic by adding a customized HyperX keycap. Participants will receive a keycap to take home, and certain activities offer opportunities to enter drawings for Worlds Finals tickets.
Chase and Mastercard
The Chase Freedom Flex Mastercard booth will feature meet-and-greets, a digital photo card experience, and giveaways. Eligible cardholders may receive perks such as Fast Lane entry and exclusive meet-and-greet periods.
Opera GX
Opera GX is bringing its Hardstuck Mirror experience to Fan Fest, where players can test their ranked-game confidence and participate in activities for exclusive giveaways.
Red Bull
Red Bull will host a League of Legends-themed activation with an immersive environment, complimentary drinks, and a winter-themed bar experience.
Artist Alley Presented by Mastercard
Fan Fest will also celebrate the artists and creators who have helped shape the League of Legends community.
Artist Alley, presented by Mastercard, will feature 20 artists from around the world showcasing and selling original community creations.
Visitors can expect League-inspired artwork and other fan creations, with artists given dedicated space to connect with the community and sell their work.
Food Trucks at Worlds Fan Fest
Fans spending several hours exploring the event will also have food options available on-site.
Riot has announced the following food trucks:
Terry and Yaki
Walter's Hot Dogs
Rokstar Chicken
Worlds 2026 Fan Fest: What Fans Should Know
With merchandise, collectibles, gaming experiences, stage programming, and the Saturday Finals watch party, Worlds Fan Fest is shaping up to be a major part of the New York championship celebration.
For collectors, the Riftbound Worlds Bundle, T1 Player Bundle, exclusive True Damage merchandise, personalized Riftbound tokens, and limited Community Photocard Blind Packs are among the most notable offerings.
For the wider League community, the developer panel, cosplay showcase, Hotline League appearance, sponsor activations, and interactive gaming areas provide plenty of reasons to visit.
Event Details
Event: League of Legends Worlds 2026 Fan Fest
Location: Pier 36, Lower Manhattan, New York City
Dates: November 12–14, 2026
Thursday Hours: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Friday Hours: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Saturday Hours: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST
Admission: Open to all fans, subject to venue capacity
Finals Watch Party: November 14 at 2:00 PM EST
For the latest programming and event information, visit the official Worlds 2026 Fan Fest guide.
Worlds 2026 is more than the competition on the Rift. In New York, Riot is bringing the global League of Legends community together for three days of gaming, merchandise, art, cosplay, and fan experiences.
