Cologne 2024

THE CATHEDRAL OF COUNTER-STRIKE

16.08. - 18.08.2024Lanxess Arena

Tournament starts August 7th

ESL Pro Tour ChampionshipIEM COLOGNE 2024

IEM Cologne returns once again in 2024! Cologne will welcome 24 of the best teams in the world to compete for a $1M prize pool, an Intel Grand Slam contribution but above all, an EPT Championship title in the legendary Cathedral of Counter-Strike in front of one of the greatest crowds in the world. History will be made, will you be a part of it?

CologneAugust 16 - 18

ESL Pro Tour ChampionshipIEM COLOGNE 2024

IEM Cologne returns once again in 2024! Cologne will welcome 24 of the best teams in the world to compete for a $1M prize pool, an Intel Grand Slam contribution but above all, an EPT Championship title in the legendary Cathedral of Counter-Strike in front of one of the greatest crowds in the world. History will be made, will you be a part of it?

TICKETS

Tickets for IEM Cologne 2024 will be divided into waves. The first wave will go live on September 28th, make sure to guarantee your seat at the lowest price possible. 

Once a category is sold out, there won’t be a restock in upcoming waves.
Will you be part of it?

Wave 1 - LIVE

Wave 2 - TBD

Wave 3 - TBD

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TICKET PRICES INCREASE APRIL 4TH 15:00 CEST, NO MORE PREMIUM TICKETS WILL BE RELEASED

played on Counter-Strike 2

Weekend Regular

wave 1

114€ Three day ticket
  • Counter-Strike 2 tournament ticket
  • Access on all three days (August 16-18)
  • Free seating: upper & lower ranks

Weekend Plus

WAVE 1

174€ Three day ticket
  • Counter-Strike 2 tournament ticket
  • Access on all three days (August 16-18)
  • Free seating: upper & lower ranks
  • Plus goodie bag
  • Plus attendee badge

Premium

Wave 1

399€ Three day ticket
  • Counter-Strike 2 tournament ticket
  • Access on all three days (August 16-18)
  • Premium seating in front of the stage
  • Premium goodie bag
  • Premium attendee badge
  • Free drinks (water, soft-drinks & beer)
  • Close to the player walk-in

Single Day

Starting wave 2

Starting Wave 2 Friday, Saturday or Sunday
  • Counter-Strike 2 tournament ticket
  • Access to either Friday, Saturday or Sunday
  • Free seating: upper & lower ranks

God Mode Lounge

Full Lounge (5-10 tickets) or Single Lounge Seats

1299€ Three day lounge access
  • Counter-Strike 2 tournament ticket
  • Access on all three days (August 16-18)
  • Access to a comfortable private lounge
  • Large variety of free drinks incl. alcoholic options
  • Catering and refreshments
  • Dedicated entrance
  • Dedicated on-site support staff
  • Merchandising voucher valued at €150
  • Collectible event coin
  • Behind the scenes and backstage tour
  • Free parking at the venue
  • Attendee badge
  • Get a single ticket to a lounge with like-minded fans, or secure your own private lounge with your friends (5-10 persons). 1299€ per person.

    Single ticket = 1299€ | If you buy 5 to 10 tickets, you will receive your own lounge at a price of 1299€ per person

Please note that the minimum age to attend this event is 16+.

Schedule

Times for early check-in (PLUS & PREMIUM only) & ESL Shop early access (open to public):
Thursday 15:00 - 19:00

Friday 4th August

Quarter Finals
Time CEST
ESL Shop opens
10:00
Outdoors Area opens
12:30
Lanxess outer doors open
13:00
Inside Arena doors open
13:30
Quarter Final #1
15:30
Quarter Final #2
19:00
Outdoor Area closes
20:30

Saturday 5th August

Semi Finals
Time CEST
ESL Shop opens
10:00
Outdoor Area opens
12:30
Lanxess outer doors open
13:00
Inside Arena doors open
13:30
Semi Final #1
15:30
Semi Final #2
19:00
Outdoor Area closes
20:30

Sunday 6th August

Grand Final
Time CEST
ESL Shop open
10:00
Outdoor Area opens
12:30
Lanxess outer doors open
13:30
Inside Arena doors open
14:00
Grand Final
16:00
Outdoor Area closes
20:30
Everything remains subject to roster disbands/acquisitions and changes to tournament participants/formats.
Cut-off date: 12th June

ESL World Ranking (EU)

ESL World Ranking (EU)

ESL World Ranking (EU)

ESL World Ranking (NA)

ESL World Ranking (NA)

ESL World Ranking (SA)

ESL World Ranking (ASIA)

ESL World Ranking (OCE)

ESL Meisterschaft Winner

ESL World Ranking

ESL World Ranking

ESL World Ranking

ESL World Ranking

ESL World Ranking

ESL World Ranking

ESL World Ranking

Format

Play-In

Group Stage

PlayOffs

Prize pool Distribution

Prize Money
Total
$1,000,000
1st
$400,000
2nd
$180,000
3rd-4th
$80,000
5th-6th
$40,000
7th-8th
$24,000
9th-12th
$16,000
13th-16th
$10,000
17th-20th
$4,500
21st-24th
$2,500

THIS IS IEM COLOGNE

Culminating in the heart of Cologne, the Cathedral of Counter-Strike has become a temple for history making. To be a part of this elite it requires, excellence, precision, dedication and a ton of grit. Not anyone can make it into these arena and only a few get to tell the tail of their exploits. With the greatest, most passionate fans e-sports has to offer, there is a reason, it is called the called the Cathedral of Counter-Strike. 

You can catch matches live and much more at IEM Cologne, with many brand activations on the outside including the Intel tent, its a weekend filled with activities and great counter-strike to enjoy. 

Wallpapers

These are our fantastic wallpapers from various IEM tournaments.
Get some first impressions below and download the full resolution here!

FAQs

Yes, the 2024 event will be the first IEM Cologne played on Counter-Strike 2!

Please note that the minimum age to attend this event is 16+.
It is not possible to attend the event if you are below the age of 16. 

You can find additional accessibility information on the website of the Lanxess Arena: https://www.lanxess-arena.de/besucherinfos/barrierefreiheit 

Q: Can I bring my plus 1 for free?
 

A: ESL provides free tickets for your plus 1, when you are not able to attend the event without a person who takes care of you/ accompanies you). 

Examples: When you are (partially) deaf and bring your own interpreter with you; Or when you need a person who will assist you with your medical devices, wheelchair etcetera. Please contact us via this ticketing@eslgaming.com, and request the extra ticket please.

No, tickets are not refundable.

We strongly advise you to only buy tickets directly via our shop. We cannot guarantee that a ticket you bought from a third party (for example on a marketplace) is valid. 

Yes, there's a variety of food & beverage options available in the arena.

Please only bring small personal belongings. Anything larger than an A4 document will not be allowed.

It is explictly not allowed to bring:

  • Weapons of all kinds
  • Sharp objects like umbrellas 
  • Drugs
  • Pyrotechnics
  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Bottles
  • Animals
  • Professional cameras