BlizzCon Set to Return in 2026: Celebrating Community and Innovation
The much-anticipated BlizzCon will be making its comeback at the Anaheim Convention Center on September 12 and 13, 2026.
No Event in 2025: A Year Off for Reflection
This announcement indicates that Blizzard Entertainment, a subsidiary of Activision Blizzard under Microsoft’s ownership, has opted not to host the fan festival in 2025. While this delay may disappoint some fans, it provides an opportunity for the company to regroup and enhance future experiences.
A Celebration of Unity within Gaming Culture
Johanna Faries, president of Blizzard, shared insights about this exciting reveal during a conversation with Conan O’Brien at the SXSW festival held in Austin, Texas. Renowned as one of gaming’s beloved traditions, BlizzCon unites fans through their shared enthusiasm for Blizzard’s expansive franchises. Ultimately, it’s a platform focused on fostering community bonds—encouraging people to form friendships and create lasting memories together.
Reflecting on Nearly Two Decades of Legacy
Since its inaugural event in 2005, BlizzCon has continually inspired innovation and creativity while delivering extraordinary experiences over nearly twenty years. The development team acknowledges their responsibility to craft an event that lives up to the expectations of such a passionate community.
A Promising Line-up for Attendees
The upcoming BlizzCon will feature beloved components such as Opening Ceremonies, extensive discussions with panels, the enchanting Darkmoon Faire experience, light-hearted competitions among attendees, hands-on gameplay sessions—and much more! With every aspect meticulously planned out like their games are developed—with care towards player engagement—Blizzard aims to enrich this iconic gathering even further by emphasizing strong interpersonal connections formed through joint adventures within their universes.
Cautious Anticipation Ahead
The lack of events scheduled for next year may indicate fewer major game announcements from Blizzard in 2025. However,
SXSW Spotlight Panel with Johanna Faries
You can catch Faries during her panel titled “Claiming the Future of Entertainment,” set for Tuesday afternoon at SXSW on March 11th during Central Time from – .