LoL Worlds 2026 Lands in Texas and New York for Epic NA Return
Riot Games officially announced the locations for the 2026 League of Legends World Championship, returning the event to the United States with major excitement and renewed regional pride. The competition will be divided between Allen, Texas, and New York City.
Global Circuit Highlights
- First Stand – Returns to São Paulo, Brazil, from March 16–22, marking the country’s first top-tier League of Legends event since the 2017 MSI.
- MSI 2026 – Heads to Daejeon, South Korea, setting the stage for another possible Gen.G vs. T1 clash reminiscent of their 2024 classic.
- Worlds 2026 – Staged across the U.S., with Allen hosting the Play-In, Swiss, and Playoffs rounds, while New York City will crown the champion at the Grand Final.
Brazil’s Big Return
The São Paulo crowd is expected to bring back the same energy that electrified the 2017 MSI, where fans witnessed SK Telecom T1’s dominance. The expanded eight-team format, with every match as a best of five, promises intense competition.
Fans React to the News
“#Worlds2026 is coming to Allen, TX and New York City! 🇺🇸” — LoL Esports (@lolesports), November 7, 2025
Reviving North American Pride
Following a challenging 2025 season for North America, home teams will look to rebound with Texas grit and New York flair as local fans rally behind them in the first full U.S. Worlds run since 2022.
Author’s summary: Riot’s 2026 LoL tournament roadmap restores North American prestige and global excitement with stops in Brazil, South Korea, Texas, and New York.