Join us in Fort Worth, Texas, alongside BLAST Premier Rivals Tournament, for EsportsNext 2026—a two-day event where esports business, innovation, and networking converge. Designed for esports professionals, investors, and brands, this premier B2B conference features strategic discussions, key industry insights, and exclusive opportunities to connect with leaders in the gaming world.
Don’t just attend a conference—experience the future of esports business
Experience the perfect fusion of business strategy and immersive gaming.
EsportsNext is a two-day event where esports business, innovation, and networking converge. Designed for esports professionals, investors, and brands, this premier B2B conference features strategic discussions, key industry insights, and exclusive opportunities to connect with leaders in the gaming world.
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 2026 tournament will be played across five days, starting April 29, with the last three days played in front of a live audience in Dickies Arena, May 1-3, 2026.
President of Esports
FaZe
Programme Director Valve & Supercell
BLAST
VP of Creator Marketing
Edelman
Head of Agency
GameSquare
Executive Director of Esports
Syracuse University
Senior Vice President, Brand Partnerships
BLAST
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