VALORANT Champions Shanghai 2026: Tickets Pricing and Purchase Guide

Tickets for VALORANT Champions Shanghai 2026 will go live soon! The ultimate VCT event of the year is scheduled to begin on September 24, with the Grand Final set for October 18.

A total of 16 teams, four from each region, will head to Shanghai, China, for the grand event. The Group Stage and the initial phase of the Playoffs will be held at the Jing'an Sports Center, while the Finals Weekend will take place at the Mercedes‑Benz Arena in Pudong.

Below, we've rounded up all the available ticketing information for matches at the Jing'an Sports Center, including pricing and key dates.

When Will VALORANT Champions 2026 Tickets Go Live? 

VALORANT Champions Shanghai 2026 tickets will go live on September 1-2 on MAISEAT for international fans and Damai for residents of Mainland China. Here are the timings:

• United States: September 1 at 8 pm PDT/ 11 pm EDT

• Europe: September 2 at 5 am CEST

• China: September 2 at 11 am CST

Tickets for the Finals Weekend will be available for purchase on September 16 (September 15 for the USA), with the same timings as listed above.

An early wave of ticket sales is available, though it will be exclusive to Mastercard holders.

Mastercard Users Can Purchase Tickets Early

Mastercard users outside Mainland China will be eligible for priority ticket purchase. The purchase window is as follows:

• Priority Purchase Starts: August 29 at 8 pm PDT (August 30 at 5 am CEST / 11 am CST)

• Priority Purchase Ends: August 31 at 8 pm PDT (September 1 at 5 am CEST / 11 am CST)

As for the Finals Weekend, the Mastercard priority purchase window will be as follows:

• Priority Purchase Begins: September 12 at 8 pm PDT (September 13 at 5 am CEST / 11 am CST)

• Priority Purchase Ends: September 14 at 8 pm PDT (September 15 at 5 am CEST / 11 am CST)

Please note that cardholders outside Mainland China must purchase tickets through Damai.

To buy tickets early using Mastercard, users will first need to verify their eligibility during the purchase by entering the first eight digits of their card number. Additionally, the payment must be made using a Mastercard.

How Much Do VALORANT Champions 2026 Tickets Cost?

VCT Champions Shanghai 2026 tickets will be priced across multiple tiers. There are four standard tiers, along with an additional Tier 1 Bundle exclusive to Chinese residents. Tickets will also be cheaper on weekdays compared to weekends. 

According to Riot Games, weekday pricing will apply to matches on September 24, 29-30, and October 8-10, while weekend pricing will apply to September 25-27, October 1-4, 7, and 11.

Below is the pricing for the Finals Weekend (October 16-18). Over these three days, a total of four matches will be played. The Upper Final will be the first match on October 16, followed by the Lower Semifinal later that day. The next day will feature the Lower Final, and finally, on October 18, the Grand Final will take place.

More purchase details will be shared as we get closer to the ticket sale date.

Tier 1 Ticket Holder Benefits

While the exact offerings for each tier remain unclear, Tier 1 ticket holders will be eligible for selection to participate in the player walkout experience and post‑match interviews.

Additionally, the Tier 1 Bundle, exclusive to Chinese residents, includes a VALORANT Championship Trophy Maglev Bluetooth Speaker, which will be shipped via express delivery.

Additional Information

• A single account is limited to purchasing a maximum of 4 tickets per event.

• Tickets cannot be transferred or resold.

• International attendees must present their passport as a valid form of identification and are required to bring it to the venue.

• Seat selection will not be available during purchase. For multiple ticket orders, adjacent seating will be prioritized.

• Tickets purchased through MAISEAT (for international fans) can be refunded during the designated refund period.

For more ticketing details and related information, refer to the official guide from Riot Games.

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