Atlanta 2026
NA CS HAS A NEW HOME
- 16 Equipes
- EPT Masters at Dreamhack Atlanta
- $1,000,000
May 15-17, 2026Georgia World Congress Center
Tournament Starts: May 11th
Be at the center of the actionIEM at DreamHack Atlanta
For the first time, IEM will make its appearance in Atlanta, Georgia next May. Hosted as part of DreamHack Atlanta, get ready for a weekend where the worlds of esports and gaming combine. As well as watching top-tier Counter-Strike, you'll be able to explore a range of gaming activities, music events, prized competitions, cosplays and more throughout DreamHack. The Counter-Strike action will feature 16 of the world's best teams competing in a packed arena. Don’t miss your chance and get your tickets now to secure your spot, as North American Counter-Strike heads to a new home - Atlanta.
One ticket = Two Worlds
You're one step away from living your best CS life at DreamHack Atlanta. Enjoy everything the DreamHack Festival has to offer alongside an IEM event! For 2026, all you need is an IEM Atlanta ticket to experience everything that both IEM and DreamHack has to offer. Your IEM ticket will secure you a seat to watch the tournament, plus any other perks based on ticket tier, with no need for a separate DreamHack ticket.
Tickets are live now for a flash sale - be sure to pick up your ticket to secure the best price, before prices increase.
Ticket Types | Incl. Dreamhack Ticket Flash sale | Incl. Dreamhack Ticket Early Bird |
|---|---|---|
IEM Premium | $489 | $519 |
IEM 3-Day | $239 | $269 |
IEM + Upgrade | $159 | $159 |
IEM Atlanta 2026 Tickets*Flash Sale Prices, limited quantity.
While
Stocks Last
Sat&Sun
sold out
IEM Premium3 day ticket
- Experience all 3 days of DreamHack & IEM Atlanta 2026
- Guaranteed seating closest to the stage
- Early Badge Pickup
- IEM+ Upgrade and Goodie Bag Included
$489*$519 Early Bird
Sat&Sun
sold out
IEM3 day ticket
- Experience all 3 days of DreamHack & IEM Atlanta 2026
- Guaranteed seating to watch the entire tournament
$239*$269 Early Bird
Sat&Sun
sold out
IEM1 day ticket
- Experience one day of IEM Atlanta 2026
- Guaranteed seating to watch one day of the tournament
$50-$110Prices vary per day
Sat&Sun
sold out
IEM + UPGRADETicket Addon
- The Add-On can be bought in addition to all ticket types, and Premium ticket buyers already have the Upgrade bundled in with their ticket.
- IEM Atlanta 2026 Goodie Bag Incl. Exclusive Items
- Seating & access to DreamHack NOT included
$159
Sat&Sun
sold out
Formato e equipes
Stage 1
- 2 x 8 Equipes Dupla Eliminação
- Todos os jogos em formato md3
- Top 3 de cada Grupo avança para os playoffs
- Vencedor de Fase de Grupos avança para Semis
- 2º Lugar, avança para Quartas
- 3º Lugar, avança para Quartas
PlayOffs
- 6 team Single-Elimination bracket
- Quarterfinals and Semifinals Bo3
- Grand Final Bo5
Total Winnings: $1,000,000
Place | Prêmio em Dinheiro | Club Reward |
|---|---|---|
1st | $125,000 | $170,000 |
2nd | $50,000 | $120,000 |
3rd | $30,000 | $95,000 |
4th | $20,000 | $75,000 |
5th-6th | $12,500 | $55,000 |
7th-8th | $7,000 | $35,000 |
9th-12th | $5,000 | $15,000 |
13th-16th | $4,000 | - |
FAQs
Your IEM ticket will also get you into DreamHack Atlanta, with no need to purchase a separate DreamHack Ticket. Your IEM ticket allows you to secure a guaranteed seat to watch IEM Atlanta, along with any other perks based on ticket tier.
Stay tuned for more information on goodie bag contents soon!
To secure a guaranteed seat for IEM Atlanta, you can upgrade your ticket to include guaranteed seating for IEM. To upgrade, head over to TIXR and choose from available upgrade options. Alternately, a limited, standing-room-only viewing area will be available for a small number of DreamHack attendees.
Absolutely - everyone is welcome to attend IEM, whether you watch Counter-Strike esports every day, or haven't played the game in a year. Counter-Strike is the most watched FPS esport in the world, and is easy to get into - even if you've never played a game.
Outside of the main tournament, you can experience the rest of DreamHack Atlanta with your ticket, including all the expo floor, cosplay, competitions, merch and more.
Check back in February 2026 for a full list of competing teams.
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As one race ends, another begins. The $1,000,000 derby continues as top-tier teams will look to pick up the next title towards winning the ESL Grand Slam V and forever mark their names in the books of Counter-Strike history.
