The Date
ESL One Frankfurt will take place from Saturday the 28th until Sunday the 29th of June. The event will start at 11:00AM / 11:00h (CEST, GMT+2) and end at 11:00PM / 23:00h on both days. Doors open at 9:00AM / 9:00h.
The Game: Dota 2
With almost eight million players each month, Dota 2 is one of the most popular games in the world. Fans do not only play the game themselves but also watch the best in the world compete for thousands of dollars.
The Arena
With a capacity of 51,500 spectators, it is among the ten largest football stadiums in Germany. The stadium hosted both the 2006 FIFA World Cup as well as the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup, for which it hosted four matches including the final.
The Compendium
The ESL One Frankfurt compendium is a virtual book filled with interesting information and is bundled with a variety of ingame items. With each compendium sale US 2.5$ is added to the ESL One Frankfurt Prize Pool, supporting the teams attending. more
The Prize Pool
ESL One Frankfurt’s massive $150,000 USD prize pool is increasing daily thanks to community contribution. For every compendium bought $2.5 USD is added to the ESL One Frankfurt Prize Pool. Current Prize Pool: $150,000 USD. more
Autograph Signing
Don't miss out on the opportunity to get a signature from your favourite player of community figure! Get your Natus Vincere sweater signed by the entire team or your Meepo poster decorated by n0tail!
Workshop Artist Sessions
Always wondered how that amazing Dota 2 item was created? Check out the workshop artist sessions at the event and learn about the process of item creation. Be sure to ask your questions and share your ideas with them.
Cosplay Competition
ESL One Frankfurt will be host to a massive cosplay competition! With a massive € 3,000 in prizes to be won and free entrance for all cosplayers, don't be surprised if you see a multitude of heroes at the event. More information on the cosplay competition and free entrance can be found on the cosplay registration page.
The secret Shop
The Secret Shop: No Dota 2 event would be complete without a secret shop! ESL One Frankfurt will have a massive secret shop for all your Dota 2 merchandise needs! ESL will also be present and have their own store available for even more Dota 2 related and other merchandise.