The Hall of Heroes is opening its doors to welcome new challengers! In 2024, IEM Katowice returns to the Spodek Arena to host 24 of the world's best teams as well as thousands of passionate fans for one of the most prestigious events on the calendar. Get your tickets and come to experience the very elite of Counter-Strike with a $1M prize pool, EPT Championship title and Intel Grand Slam contribution on the line. Who will rise to the top and take it all?
Join thousands of like-minded fans in the bowl of the Spodek arena in Katowice to celebrate the world's best Counter-Strike competition at the prestigious ESL Pro Tour Championship with $1M in prize money. Which team will be able to claim the crown of FaZe and get their names engraved on the iconic trophy?
The IEM gaming expo is officially back!
Across the weekend, tens of thousands of gaming enthusiasts will get together and explore various gaming & esports-related activities and booths. Meet players, enjoy fresh gaming hardware drops, play your favorite games, or simply meet up with friends and have a stroll through the broad offering of dozens of gaming booths.
The success story of the all women's CS:GO league ESL Impact continues with a standalone tournament right at the IEM Expo. The action will be live on the EXPO stage across all three days, February 10-12, when 8 teams from EU, NA, SA, and Asia fight for victory!
Along IEM Katowice, The IEM Expo returns as well and is accessible without a ticket. It's completely free to enter. Play games yourself, enjoy the latest gaming technology, and win awesome prizes in sponsor activations. Additionally, Expo visitors can enter the Spodek Arena on a first come first serve basis.
Please note that the minimum age to attend this event is 16. Attendees between 4 and 13 years of age must be accompanied by a parent. If you are between 13 and 15 years old, you need written consent from your parents. Children under 3 years are not allowed to attend the event.
Tickets for IEM Katowice 2024 will be divided into 3 Waves. Waves 1 and 2 have now been sold out. The 3rd Wave will go live on November the 15th.
Wave 1 - September 26th 15:00 CEST - SOLD OUTÂ
Wave 2 - October 11th 15:00 CEST - SOLD OUT
Wave 3 - November 15th 15:00 CET - SOLD OUTÂ
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Placement | 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 |
Friday, 09.02.2024 | ||
|---|---|---|
10:00 | Doors open MCK/ IEM Expo | |
12:00 | Doors open Spodek | |
14:30 | Access to Spodek seats | |
16:20 | Opening Ceremony | |
16:30 | Quarterfinal #1 | BO3 |
19:30 | Quarterfinal #2 | BO3 |
22:00
| Outdoor area closes | |
Saturday, 10.02.2024 | ||
|---|---|---|
10:00 | Doors open MCK/ IEM Expo | |
12:00 | Doors open Spodek | |
14:30 | Access to Spodek seats | |
16:20 | Opening Ceremony | |
16:30 | Semifinal #1 | BO3 |
19:30 | Semifinal #2 | BO3 |
22:00
| Outdoor area closes | |
Sunday, 11.02.2024 | ||
|---|---|---|
10:00 | Doors open MCK/ IEM Expo | |
12:00 | Doors open Spodek | |
15:00 | Access to Spodek seats | |
16:50 | Opening Ceremony | |
17:00 | Grand Final | BO5 |
22:00
| Outdoor area closes | |
Placement | 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 |
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IEM Katowice proudly holds its place as one of the biggest and most iconic tournaments in Counter-Strike. Taking place every year since 2014, the Hall of Heroes has had the privilege of hosting three CS:GO Majors, uniting thousands of passionate fans from all over the globe. Throughout the years, it has given us unforgettable moments, breathtaking plays and intense rivalries, solidifying and shaping the landscape of the competitive scene.
An extraordinary ambiance of the Spodek arena, the sheer ferocity of the crowd, the enduring legacy - every detail extends far beyond the tournament itself. To this day, IEM Katowice remains a driving force for innovation, leaving a significant mark on wider ecosystems and displaying the beauty and uniqueness of eSports to the rest of the world.
Here you can find our wallpapers and some fantastic photography from previous IEM Katowice tournaments.
You can also download full resolution wallpapers from the folder below!
Yes! IEM Katowice 2024 StarCraft II event will take place from February 8 to 11 in the Auditorium of the International Conference Center (MCK).
Yes! There will be limited seats for EXPO visitors without a ticket. However, please note that free seats are filled on a first come first serve basis. To secure a seat, opt for a ticket in Spodek arena.
The minimum age for entering the event alone (without a guardian or without parental consent) is 16. Persons between 13 and 16 years of age need to bring a written consent letter from their parent or legal guardian. Persons under 13 years of age can only enter the event accompanied by a responsible adult. Persons under 3 years of age are not allowed to attend the event.
The main language for the event and the games commentated inside the arena will be English.
There are three ticketi
