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Katowice 2024
HALL OF HEROES
- 24 Contenders
- $500,000
08.02. - 11.02.2024International Congress Center (MCK)
StarCraft 2 tournamentAbout IEM SC2 Katowice 2024
IEM Katowice 2024 is a standalone ESL SC2 Pro Tour event for 24 contenders, and the penultimate, largest stop before the upcoming EPT World Championship taking place in the summer of 2024.
From February 8th to 11th, challengers from across the world will compete for their share of the $500,000 prize pool and the once-in-a-lifetime chance to lift the glorious trophy of IEM Katowice 2024 and take home the Intel Extreme Masters Championship.
Watch the return of another memorable IEM Katowice at the International Congress Center (MCK), just 1 minute from the Spodek Arena and IEM Expo (free to enter). February 8th to 11th.
visit the Free Expo!
You can join the event even if tickets are already sold out.
You don't need a ticket to join the IEM Expo, which is completely free to enter. There will be additional free seats in the Auditorium available on a first come, first served basis.
Schedule
Thursday, 08.02.2024 | |||
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11:00 | Doors open MCK / IEM Expo
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12:00 | Group B - Rounds 1-2 | BO3 | |
14:00 | Group A - Rounds 1-2 | BO3 | |
17:00 | Group D - Rounds 1-2 | BO3 | |
19:00 | Group C - Rounds 1-2 | BO3 | |
22:00 | Doors closed for re-entry | ||
Friday, 09.02.2024 | ||
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11:00 | Doors open MCK / IEM Expo
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12:00 | Group B - Rounds 3-4 | BO3 |
14:00 | Group A - Rounds 3-4 | BO3 |
17:00 | Group D - Rounds 3-4 | BO3 |
19:00 | Group C - Rounds 3-4 | BO3 |
22:00 | Doors closed for re-entry | |
Saturday, 10.02.2024 | ||
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11:00 | Doors open MCK / IEM Expo
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12:00 | Group A - Round 5 | BO5 |
13:00 | Group B - Round 5 | BO5 |
14:00 | Group C - Round 5 | BO5 |
15:00 | Group D - Round 5 | BO5 |
16:00 | Round of 12 #1 | BO5 |
17:30 | Round of 12 #2 | BO5 |
19:00 | Round of 12 #3 | BO5 |
20:30 | Round of 12 #4 | BO5 |
22:00 | Doors closed for re-entry | |
Sunday, 11.02.2024 | ||
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11:00 | Doors open MCK / IEM Expo
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12:00 | Quarterfinal #1 | BO5 |
13:30 | Quarterfinal #2 | BO5 |
15:00 | Quarterfinal #3 | BO5 |
16:30 | Quarterfinal #4 | BO5 |
18:00 | Semifinal #1 | BO5 |
19:30 | Semifinal #2 | BO5 |
21:30 | Grand Final | BO7 |
22:00 | Doors closed for re-entry | |
TICKETS
Tickets for StarCraft II don't allow access to the Counter-Strike event, but you can still visit the free IEM Expo and our fantastic partner booths.
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Premium Ticket
Closest to the player
750 zł
(168€)
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SC2 Tournament Ticket
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Four-Day access from February 8-11
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Guaranteed seating close to the stage
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Access to signing sessions
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Goodie Bag
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Premium attendee badge
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Free drinks (including beer)
SOLD OUT
Regular Ticket
Secured Seating
400 zł
(90€)
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SC2 Tournament Ticket
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Four-Day access from February 8-11
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Guaranteed seating
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Access to signing sessions
SOLD OUT
Day Ticket
Secured Seating
100 - 200 zł
(22 - 45€)
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SC2 Tournament Ticket
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1 day access
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Guaranteed seating
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Access to signing sessions
Please note that the minimum age to attend this event is 16+. Below 13 years of age, you need to be accompanied by your parents. If you are between 13 and 15 years old, you need written consent from your parents. Children below 3 years are not allowed to attend the event
Tournament format
24 Competitors across 4 tournament days
Group Stage
- 4x groups of 6 players, played in Round Robin
- Winner of each group advances to Playoffs Ro8
- 2nd/3rd place advance to Playoffs Ro12
- All matches played Bo3
Playoffs
- Single Elimination bracket
- All matches played Bo5
Grand Final
- Grand Final played Bo7
prize pool
Total | $500,000 |
1st | $150,000 |
2nd | $70,000 |
3rd-4th | $40,000 |
5th-8th | $20,000 |
9th-12th | $10,000 |
13th-16th | $5,500 |
17th-20th | $4,000 |
21st-24th | $3,000 |
Group Stage Extra* | $30,000 |
*$500 per win in the group stage
Slots distribution
| Region | IEM Invites | SERVER QUALIFIER SLOTS | CLOSED QUALIFIER FORMAT |
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| Europe | 1. Summer Regionals Champion
2. Winter Regionals Champion | 6
7 in case of a repeated Winter Champion | 16 players Double Elimination
8 Invites from EU Standings |
| Americas | 1. Summer Regionals Champion
2. Winter Regionals Champion | 3
4 in case of a repeated Winter Champion | 8 players Double Elimination
4 Invites from AM Standings |
| Asia & Korea | 1. Summer Regionals Champion
2. Winter Regionals Champion 3. GSL Season 1 & 2 Champion 4. GSL Season 3 Champion | 7
8 in case of a repeated Winter Champion | 16 players Double Elimination
8 Invites from AS+KR Standings |
ESL Pro TouR Standings
Europe, Americas & Asia
Korea
Global
Seeding Standings
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Schedule
Day | Spodek Arena | Time | MCK | Time |
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Friday 25th | ||||
Outside Gates open | 11:30 | Outside Gates open | 11:00 | |
Spodek Doors open | 13:00 | Show Start - SC2 | 11:40 | |
Opening Ceremony - CS:GO | 14:30 | |||
Quarter Finals #1 - CS:GO | 15:30 | |||
Quarter Finals #2 - CS:GO | 19:00 | |||
Saturday 25th | ||||
Outside Gates open | 12:30 | Outside Gates open | 11:00 | |
Spodek Doors open | 13:30 | Show Start - SC2 | 11:40 | |
Show Start | 14:50 | |||
Semi Finals #1 - CS:GO | 15:30 | |||
Semi Finals #2 - CS:GO | 19:00 | |||
Sunday 26th | ||||
Outside Gate open | 10:00 | |||
Show Start - SC2 | 10:40 | |||
Semi Finals #1 - SC2 | 11:00 | |||
Semi Finals #2 - SC2 | 12:30 | |||
Grand Finals - SC2 | 14:15 | |||
Grand Finals - CS:GO | 17:00 |
FAQs
What are the COVID policies to attend the event?
We will follow the local restrictions at the time of the event
I want to visit both SC2 and CS, do I have to purchase two tickets?
Yes, a SC2 ticket only gives access to the SC2 competition in the MCK Auditorium, where the tournament will take place in its entirety
In order to enjoy the Counter-Strike competition, you will need a separate CS ticket. This will grant you access to the CS area in the Spodek Arena.
What will happen if the event will have to be cancelled due to restrictions set by the government?
In cases where fans are not allowed to participate in the event, there will be a number of solutions available. First of all, a full refund will be possible. Secondly, the tickets will become valid for next year’s IEM. All information on the refunds and tickets in general will be available on a dedicated website.
Will there be free seats that don't require a ticket like in previous years?
Yes! In 2024, the IEM Expo remains free to attend.
The Auditorium will have smaller section of free seats available for visitors of the free Expo.
If you want to secure yourself a seat though, you will have to purchase a ticket to the Regular or Premium sectors.
Is there an age requirement?
The minimum age of entering the event alone (without a guardian or without parental consent) is 16. However persons between 13 and 16 years of age, need to bring a written consent letter from their parent or legal guardian. Persons below 13 can only enter the event accompanied by a responsible adult.
Do all tickets guarantee a seat?
Yes. In our new model, all tickets guarantee a seat in a suitable sector. there won't be one specific seat attached to your specific ticket, but there will always be a seat for you in your respective ticket category.
When do the doors open?
The doors to the MCK and Auditorium will open every day from February 8-11 at 11:00 CET.
What language will the show be in?
The entire tournament will feature a live commentary in English.
When do the ticket sales start?
The tickets will be available for purchase on November 15th at 16:00 CET.
Explore the 2023 winner and watch his exciting Grand Finals Match. Will he be able to repeat it again?
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