BLAST Premier Rivals S1 2026 Travels to Fort Worth, Texas
BLAST Premier Rivals 2026 tournament will take place at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas from 29th April - 3rd May, 2026.
This highly-anticipated event will bring together the best Counter-Strike teams from around the globe to compete for $1 million USD in prize pool and participation fees. The BLAST Premier Rivals will be played across five days, with the last three days played in front of a live audience in Dickies Arena.
The tournament builds on the success of BLAST’s last three blockbuster events held in Texas - following this week’s soldout BLAST.tv Austin Major at the Moody Center and last year’s Fort Worth events - the Fortnite Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship 2024. Both of last year’s Fort Worth shows drew thousands of fans to Dickies Arena and captivated millions more watching online. These milestone events have helped cement Fort Worth and Texas’ reputation as a hub for world-class esports and gaming experiences.
Andrew Haworth, SVP of Ecosystems at BLAST, said:
“After two unforgettable events in 2024, we’re proud to return to Fort Worth and Dickies Arena for the BLAST Premier Rivals. The event will bring the very best of Counter-Strike and esports to a city that’s quickly become a home for global esports. We’re excited to partner once again with Live Nation, Fort Worth Sports Commission and C3 Presents to deliver competitive entertainment and a fan-first spectacle.”
"The Fort Worth Sports Commission is proud to continue our partnership with BLAST, building on the momentum of major 2024 events like the Fortnite Championship Series Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship,” said Cassie Poss, Interim Executive Director for the Fort Worth Sports Commission. “With world-class venues like Dickies Arena, Fort Worth is solidifying its place as a global esports destination. We look forward to welcoming fans worldwide and showcasing the hospitality that defines our city."
The tournament will be broadcast in 30+ languages across 100+ territories, millions of fans will witness the action from around the globe.
BLAST has teamed up with Live Nation, global leader in live entertainment, the Fort Worth Sports Commission, the 501c3 focused on enhancing the image, economy and quality of life for the community through the power of sport, and C3 Presents, premier Texas-based event promoters, to help support and promote the BLAST Premier Rivals 2026.
Event Details
- Name: BLAST Premier Fort Worth Rivals 2026
- Dates: April 29th - May 3rd, 2026
- Venue: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, Texas
- Game: Counter-Strike 2
- Teams: 8 total
- 4 teams from the Valve Regional Standings
- 4 regional rankings from Europe, North America, South America and Asia
- Prize Pool & Participation Fees: $1,000,000 USD
Tickets: Fans can sign up via BLAST.tv for access to presale and updates.
