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© 2026 Riot Games. All Rights Reserved.
From October 16–18, the final four teams of Champions head to the Mercedes-Benz Arena where three days of competition, fan experiences, the Opening Ceremony, and the culmination of the 2026 VCT season will take place.
After an entire season of competition we’ll see which team will earn the title of 2026 VALORANT World Champion and their place in VCT history.
Champions has brought VALORANT creators, community events, collaborations, pop-ups, and more. Finals Weekend brings all of it together for one last celebration in Shanghai. Whether you’re joining us in the arena or following from home, here’s what to expect for Finals Weekend.
Before we crown a World Champion, some familiar faces are taking the Champions stage for a special Finals Weekend showmatch on October 17th.
Expect a different side of VALORANT as pros, creators, and special guests come together in the Mercedes-Benz Arena before the focus turns back to the final match of the season.
Team Omega | Team Alpha |
[CAPTAIN] TenZ | [CAPTAIN] Karry Wang |
OhnePixel | Gus |
Dabin | HangHang |
Athena | AiJiang |
keshi | whzy |
Immediately prior to the Grand Finals on October 18th, the Champions Shanghai Opening Ceremony will bring the world of Frag or Die to the stage before the final two teams enter the arena.
Shhh… someone’s coming. Bend your mind around a new addition to the VALORANT roster as we reveal them LIVE on broadcast before the grand finals on October 18.
There can only be one Champions Shanghai MVP. It comes down to who made the biggest impact, stayed consistent, and delivered when it mattered most. Talent, co-streamers, and media will decide who truly stood out. Don’t miss the moment after the final when the MVP is crowned!
The Finals Weekend is your last chance to catch the city-wide activations celebrating Champions. From Haidilao, to the VALORANT Concept PC Bang done in collaboration with Balenciaga, if you’re in Shanghai there’s a lot of VALORANT to explore before the matches.
Champions Fan Fest will bring together VALORANT partners, merch, and community experiences in one place. Fans will be able to explore interactive activations, take home exclusive items, test their skills, capture the perfect Champions photo, and experience more of VALORANT throughout Finals Week.
And if you’ve been waiting to get your hands on the VALORANT x POP MART collection, you’ll also be able to find it at Champions Fan Fest.
EWC’s Fan Fest activation is a celebration of all things VALORANT at EWC ’26.
Fans can explore EWC and VALORANT content, collect VALORANT spray stickers, and put their skills to the test in a 1v1 skirmish challenge after downloading the EWC app and following EWC on social.
Depending on how the duel goes, participants can also walk away with free loot, including tote bags and hand fans.
Step into the Mastercard x China Industrial Bank booth and get in on the action at VALORANT Champions!
Strike a pose at the photo booth, test your skills in an interactive game for a chance to win prizes, and keep an eye out for cosplayers and special VCT talent appearances.
While you’re there, discover the China Industrial Bank Passion Card, featuring iconic VALORANT Agent artwork. Cardholders can also pick up an exclusive gift bundle while stocks last.
Secretlab is bringing the same chairs powering players on stage to Champions Fan Fest at Qiantan Leisure Park.
Snap a picture with the one-of-a-kind Secretlab TITAN Evo VCT Champions Edition chair at the photo booth, then join the Wingman Hunt for a chance to win exclusive prizes.
Secretlab chairs will also be featured at the VALORANT Concept PC Bang, so head over and try out the same gear as you play.
See you in Shanghai.
